Trailers have been delivered to Attawapiskat, but critics say it’s a ‘Band-Aid’ solution only for community

All were delivered in February, but not all residents have moved in because some foundations and hookups for electrical, sewer and water have not yet been installed.

Almost six months after the federal government put a “Band-Aid” on the housing crisis in Attawapiskat, opposition MPs say there needs to be a long-term infrastructure plan for the impoverished First Nations community.

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