CHILLIWACK, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwired - July 28, 2015) - Western Economic Diversification Canada
Today, Mark Strahl, Member of Parliament for Chilliwack - Fraser Canyon, on behalf of the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support of $425,550 for four projects in the Fraser Valley, 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
Quotes
"Our investment in community infrastructure is part of our Government's plan to help celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation and it will help preserve valuable community and cultural spaces, such as parks, trails and cultural and community centres, that unite and connect us all across the West."
- Mark Strahl, Member of Parliament for Chilliwack - Fraser Canyon
"For over 10 years children and families have greatly enjoyed the Chilliwack Landing Spray Park. Thanks to matching Federal funding, our community will continue to enjoy this free facility with an expanded spray park and improved picnic area."
- Sharon Gaetz, Mayor of the City of Chilliwack
Additional Links
• WD: Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program
• Fraser Valley Regional District
British Columbia Projects being launched today:
Proponent | Description | Canada 150 Funding Amount | ||
The Hope Curling Club | Paint the Hope Curling Club Exterior | $5,100 | ||
City of Chilliwack | Renovate the Chilliwack Landing Spray Park | $225,000 | ||
Fraser Valley Regional District | Upgrade Village of Harrison Hot Springs East Sector Lands park | $24,250 | ||
Stó:lo Nation | Upgrade Stó:lo Coqualeetza cultural site buildings in Chilliwack | $171,200 |
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