Minister Goodyear Launches the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program in Southern Ontario
WATERLOO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - May 15, 2015) - Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario)
FedDev Ontario Minister Gary Goodyear today announced the launch of the new Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program in southern Ontario. Minister Goodyear was accompanied by Kitchener-Waterloo area Members of Parliament Peter Braid, Harold Albrecht and Stephen Woodworth.
Earlier today, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the $150-million national program dedicated to celebrating Canada's history, heritage, values and future by reinvesting in community infrastructure across the country. The program will create a lasting legacy as Canada prepares to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017.
As of today, FedDev Ontario is accepting applications for funding to rehabilitate, renovate and expand existing public infrastructure for communities in southern Ontario. Local and Aboriginal governments, public sector bodies delivering municipal-type infrastructure services, and incorporated not-for-profit organizations are invited to apply for funding for projects that will be supported on a cost-shared basis. For additional program and application information, please refer to the backgrounder.
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"As we look forward to celebrating Canada's 150th anniversary, our Government wants to ensure Canadians have long-lasting community infrastructure. The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program provides much-
needed support to renovate public infrastructure, while also preserving our heritage, creating jobs and improving the quality of life in our communities."
"I am pleased that this new program will engage local groups to think about meaningful infrastructure upgrades in honour of Canada's 150th anniversary. Our infrastructure investments will boost economic activity, build community-based partnerships and modernize existing community facilities."
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Backgrounder: Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program
Speech: Launch of Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program in southern Ontario
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