Canadore College got a $200,000 cheque today to help with construction of "The Village."
“Initiatives as unique and transformative as The Village come around once every generation, so it really is our family’s honour to be associated with such an amazing project, and to offer a bit of help to ensure its success,” said Mark and Steve Deacon, along with Mark’s mother, Annette Deacon. “In addition to helping make The Village a reality, our family hopes that our gift will inspire others to become involved in this project… a project that will change how healthcare training is delivered.”
The centre’s reception area will be known as "The Deacon Family Meeting Place." The space is symbolic of the first welcome that patrons of The Village will receive, and will represent the convergence of Indigenous, Eastern and Western cultures.
The Village concept by Canadore College is the only model of its kind in Canada says a news release, focused on collaborative interprofessional education and the integration of Indigenous, Eastern and Western healing and wellness practices. The centre will integrate seniors’ and community care, with teaching, experiential skills training and applied research provided by North Bay, Ontario’s Canadore College -- all in one facility.
The facility’s construction and technology are valued at $20 million in total.
