Kash hires recreation workers

A pair of wellness workers have been hired in Kashechewan to help develop programs and provide tools and mentoring to help community youth reach their full potential.
The initiative was announced Oct. 5.
“The well-being of youth is a priority for Kashechewan First Nation,” said Chief Jonathan Solomon. “I am pleased that we have been able to partner with Ontario to hire two Youth Wellness Workers in the community. Youth from my community frequently raise recreational opportunities and sports as a priority and I look forward to building our partnership.”
The workers will develop programming to promote leadership skills, self esteem and physical activity among the youth in Kashechewan. They were hired from within the community.
“Sport and recreation programs improve the quality of life of youth,” said Minister of Health Promotion and Sport Margarett Best. “The youth wellness workers in Kashechewan will enrich the lives of Aboriginal youth in building capacity for health and wellness, self-esteem and confidence, as well as being role models for youth in their communities.”