Six Nations Polytechnic has received a letter of support from the Six Nations of the Grand River (SNGR) Elected Council, enabling the institution to participate in Indigenous Services Canada’s funding application process. SNP Director of Advancement Matt Ferlin appeared before the council to formally request the letter of support. Ferlin explained that Indigenous Services Canada expected that Indigenous and educational organizations to signal their interest and needs in a survey and submit a letter of support from the First Nations communities that they represent. Councillor Audrey Powless-Bomberry noted that the council has also submitted an application for funds to support lifelong learning in the community.