VERNON, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwired - July 27, 2015) - Western Economic Diversification Canada
Today, Colin Mayes, Member of Parliament for Okanagan - Shuswap, on behalf of the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support of over $160,000 for six projects under the Government of Canada's Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program.
In Budget 2015, the Government of Canada announced further support to help communities across the country modernize their infrastructure. The Government committed $150 million for the Program, in order to provide significant support for community and cultural infrastructure across the country, as we celebrate Canada 150th anniversary of Confederation.
The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program will help fund renovations, expansions and rehabilitations to existing infrastructure that provides community and cultural benefits for the public. The Program represents one of several infrastructure-related initiatives that the Government of Canada has undertaken to generate well-being and prosperity across Canada.
Quick Facts
Quotes
"Our Government's investments across the West are helping to build stronger communities and create jobs. As we look towards the 150th anniversary of Confederation, we are helping all Canadians celebrate this important milestone while leaving a lasting legacy improved local infrastructure."
"The Museum plays a vital role in our community. I am so grateful that we are able to help safeguard our history due to the contribution from the Canada 150 program."
Additional Links
WD: Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program
Greater Vernon Museum and Archives
British Columbia Projects being launched today:
Proponent | Description | Canada 150 Funding Amount | |
Cedar Heights Community Association | Replace Exterior Signage at the Cedar Heights Community Centre | $10,000 | |
Cherryville Community Club | Replace the playground at Hansen Park in Cherryville | $3,264 | |
Eagle Valley Snowmobile Club | Improve the avalanche condition signage in the parking lots of several parks in Sicamous | $2,041 | |
Regional District of North Okanagan | Upgrade Greater Vernon Museum and Archives | $100,000 | |
The Salmon Arm Curling Club | Replace water treatment system and emissivity ceilings in the Salmon Arm Curling Club | $25,000 | |
Vernon Curling & Athletic Club | Replace Vernon Curling & Athletic Club existing shingled roof | $23,276 |
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