LAKE COWICHAN, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwired - July 28, 2015) - Western Economic Diversification Canada
Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of State and Chief Government Whip and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support of $896,025 for eight projects on Vancouver Island, under the Government of Canada's Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program.
In Economic Action Plan 2015, the Government of Canada announced further support for communities with the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program. Thanks to a commitment of $150 million, communities from coast to coast to coast will see support for improvements to local infrastructure, creating a lasting legacy as Canada prepares to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017.
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
- The national Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program provides $150 million over two years to be delivered by regional development agencies across the country. It is part of the federal government's activities to honour Canada's 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017. WD is responsible for the distribution of $46,200,000 over two years for Western Canada.
- The eight projects being announced today total $896,025 in funding under the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program, and will help improve existing community infrastructure in Nanaimo, Parksville, Duncan, Port Alberni, Cherry Creek, Lake Cowichan, Ahousaht and Ucluelet.
Quotes
"Community centres, parks, trails, and other public spaces contribute to the strength of our communities, and by helping to renew them we are ensuring that they remained useable for years to come while creating jobs and economic growth."
- The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of State and Chief Government Whip and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North
"I am very grateful for the funding provided by Canada 150 towards the Centennial Park improvements. New and improved playing fields are long overdue and will become a valuable asset for our community. People of all ages will benefit from the upgrades to this recreational facility."
- Ross Forrest, Mayor of the Town of Lake Cowichan
Additional Links
- WD: Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program
- Cowichan Station Area Association
- Regional District of Alberni-Clayoquot
British Columbia Projects being launched today:
Proponent | Description | Canada 150 Funding Amount | |
The Nanaimo Curling Club | Renovate the Nanaimo Curling Club banquet hall | $50,000 | |
City of Parksville | Upgrade the Parksville Community and Conference Centre | $141,225 | |
Cowichan Station Area Association | Renovate and refurbish exterior of community centre in Duncan | $46,000 | |
Regional District of Alberni-Clayoquot | Upgrade the Third Avenue recycling depot in Port Alberni | $55,100 | |
Cherry Creek Community Recreation Commission | Upgrade the Cherry Creek Community Hall | $20,000 | |
Town of Lake Cowichan | Upgrade the Town of Lake Cowichan Centennial Park | $500,000 | |
Ahousaht Indian Band | Refurbish the Maaqtusiis Gymnasium floor for the Ahousaht First Nation | $22,750 | |
District of Ucluelet | Expand the Ucluelet Skateboard Park | $60,950 |
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