Sod turned for $1.1B Amerindian Hostel along Ogle Highway

A sod-turning ceremony was held for the construction of the $1.1 billion Amerindian Hostel along the Ogle Four-Lane Highway, a partnership between the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs and the Ministry of Housing-Central Housing and Planning Authority.

The three-storey facility, spanning approximately 4,170 square metres, will provide a more comfortable and accessible environment for hinterland residents travelling to the capital.

Minister of Housing, Hon. Collin Croal, joined Minister of Finance, Hon. Dr. Ashni Singh; Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Hon. Sarah Browne-Shadeek; and Minister within the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development, Hon. Pauline Sukhai, for the ceremony.

Minister Croal stated that the Housing Ministry is pleased to be a part of the important initiative. He noted that residents travelling from remote communities will benefit from an enhanced facility where they can access temporary accommodation, healthcare and other essential services. He also underscored Ministry of Housing’s pleasure in contributing to this important project.

The Projects Department of the CH&PA, led the design of the building and will oversee the project’s execution, while financing is being provided by the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs.

Also in attendance were Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs, Mr. Ryan Toolsiram; Director General and Vice-Chair of the National Toshaos Council, Toshao Sonia Latchman; Ministerial Advisor, Ms. Yvonne Pearson; and Member of Parliament, Mr. Alister Charlie.

Source: Ministry of Housing/Facebook