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By Chantel Downes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Lakeland This Week The solar facility, set to power over 7,000 homes, is backed by $48.1 million in financing and features nearly 50,000 solar panels. More than 100 jobs will be created during construction, with additional employment expected in long-term operations and maintenance, according to information from Cold Lake First Nations. The initiative is being developed in partnership with Elemental Energy and supported by the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB), Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC), Selkirk Advisory Group, and Equitable Life of Canada. \u201cThis project reflects Cold Lake First Nations\u2019 vision of clean energy leadership and community prosperity,\u201d said Chief Kelsey Jacko. \u201cWe are proud to partner with Elemental Energy and deeply grateful for the commitment shown by our financial partners. This is economic… <\/p>\n

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By Chantel Downes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Lakeland This Week The solar facility, set to power over 7,000 homes, is backed by $48.1 million in financing and features nearly 50,000 solar panels. More than 100 jobs will be created during construction, with additional employment expected in long-term operations and maintenance, according to information from Cold Lake First Nations. The initiative is being developed in partnership with Elemental Energy and supported by the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB), Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC), Selkirk Advisory Group, and Equitable Life of Canada. \u201cThis project reflects Cold Lake First Nations\u2019 vision of clean energy leadership and community prosperity,\u201d said Chief Kelsey Jacko. \u201cWe are proud to partner with Elemental Energy and deeply grateful for the commitment shown by our financial partners. This is economic... <\/p>\n

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