Survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking will be receiving some much needed supports .
Almost $18.5 million is being invested into services at five on-reserve Indigenous shelters in a release from the province.
The shelters affected include those in Walpole Island First Nation, Oneida First Nation, Six Nations of the Grand River, Tyendinaga First Nation and Mohawk Council of Akwesasne.
The Transitional and Housing Support Program will provide access to counselling, social assistance, housing and employment assistance as well as education and legal supports.
There will also be wholistic, culturally responsive services for Indigenous women as well.
Ontario has the most police-reported incidents of human trafficking in Canada occurring 2019 stats.
