Minister Rempel Announces New Support for Community Infrastructure
The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program is launched in Western Canada
(firmenpresse) - RICHMOND, BRITISH COLUMBIA -- (Marketwired) -- 05/19/15 -- Western Economic Diversification Canada
Today, the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced the launch of the new Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program in Western Canada. The national program supports improvements to community infrastructure, with the aim of giving back to Canadians and creating a lasting legacy as Canada prepares to celebrate the150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017.
As of today, Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD) is accepting applications for funding to rehabilitate, renovate and expand existing public infrastructure for community use. In Western Canada, strong preference will be given to projects that are undertaking meaningful upgrades to existing cultural and community facilities, including, but not limited to, community centres, libraries and recreational facilities.
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"In 2017, Canadians from coast to coast to coast will celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation. As part of the celebrations, the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program will help to improve and renew public spaces and facilities in communities across the West while celebrating our shared heritage and leaving a lasting legacy that strengthens our communities."
- The Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification
"Thanks to the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program, our Government is helping communities across the country celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation. With our investments in local facilities and community spaces, we are helping to create jobs and build safer and stronger communities across Canada."
- The Honourable Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, Member of Parliament for Delta-Richmond East and Minister of National Revenue
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- Backgrounder: Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program
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Nicholas Insley
Office of the Minister
Western Economic Diversification
613-220-6208
WD Toll-Free Number: 1-888-338-WEST (9378)
Teletypewriter (TTY): 1-877-303-3388
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Datum: 19.05.2015 - 14:30 Uhr
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