Western Economic Diversification Canada : Government of Canada Invests in Community Infrastructure Improvements in Saskatchewan

December 15, 2015 - Ottawa - Western Economic Diversification Canada

Today, the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, announced support of $786,961 for 12 projects in Saskatchewan, under the Government of Canada's Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program.

Through a commitment of $150 million, the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program will support communities across Canada, providing them with the funding they need to make lasting improvements to local infrastructure, creating an enduring legacy as the country 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 to the public.

Quick Facts

• The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program celebrates our shared heritage and provides a lasting legacy to strengthen our communities.
• Infrastructure investments strengthen our community infrastructure and in turn, bolster our community identity and spirit.

Quotes

'The investments I am announcing today across Saskatchewan will enrich communities, ensuring a strong community spirit for years to come, and that community groups have places to gather and celebrate Canada's 150 anniversary of Confederation together.'

- The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development

'Today's announcement directly benefits local communities by upgrading important community facilities that contribute to our quality of life in Saskatchewan, and that's a good way to get ready for Canada's 150 Birthday.'

- Ralph Goodale, Member of Parliament, Regina-Wascana

Saskatchewan Projects being launched today:

Funding Recipient	Description	Canada 150 Funding Amount
Foam Lake Community Hall Committee Inc.	Upgrade the community hall in the Town of Foam Lake	$54,500
Town of Norquay	Renovate communiplex in Norquay	$82,232
Town of Preeceville	Replace the arena roof in the Town of Preeceville	$175,000
Village of Buchanan	Upgrade the community centre in the Village of Buchanan	$21,729
Town of Springside	Upgrade the community centre in the Town of Springside	$55,000
Rhein Community Centre	Upgrade the community centre in the Village of Rhein	$12,100
Town of Rose Valley	Rehabilitate park in the Town of Rose Valley	$27,600
Collège Mathieu	Renovate the Collège Mathieu library in the Town of Gravelbourg	$150,000
Lac La Ronge Indian Band	Upgrade the Stanley Mission outdoor community centre	$91,600
Village of Prelate	Upgrade the centennial hall in the Village of Prelate	$7,100
Resort Village of Candle Lake	Upgrade the community hall in the Resort Village of Candle Lake	$100,000
Village of Canwood	Upgrade Canwood North Cemetery	$10,100

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