Communities in Southern Alberta receive over $4.8 million in celebration of Canada's 150th anniversary of Confederation
Western Economic Diversification Canada's 150 Community Infrastructure Program and Canadian Heritage's Canada 150 Fund and Canada Cultural Spaces Fund invests in 10 projects that celebrate our communities and shared heritage
(firmenpresse) - LETHBRIDGE, ALBERTA -- (Marketwired) -- 01/18/17 -- Western Economic Diversification Canada
Ten community projects in Southern Alberta will receive a total of over $4.8 million through the Government of Canada's , and to help communities modernize local recreation facilities, as well as improve social and cultural infrastructure and programs.
These three programs are part of Canada 150 Celebrates, the Government of Canada's celebration of our country's 150th anniversary of Confederation. Budget 2016 provided an additional $150 million over two years to Canada's Regional Development Agencies and $168.2 million over two years through Canadian Heritage's Canada Cultural Spaces Fund to deliver community funding across the country.
Through investments in community, social and cultural infrastructure and programs, the Government of Canada is supporting the legacy of many Canadians who have invested their time, energy and spirit into improving the cultural and recreational opportunities for people of all ages within their communities.
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"The Government of Canada's vision for the 150th anniversary of Confederation is to empower communities throughout the country. The renewed facilities and programs not only respond to the demand for community infrastructure improvements, but also leave a lasting legacy beyond 2017."
- Darshan Kang, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister Canada responsible for Western Economic Diversification Canada; and the Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage
"We are very grateful for the funding we have received from the federal government towards important renovations at our Yates Theatre. This support has helped fast track upgrades that will offer better accessibility, enhanced technology and a more comfortable and enjoyable theatre experience for both audiences and performers. These changes ensure the Yates can continue providing excellent entertainment and cultural experiences to residents and visitors for years to come."
- His Worship Chris Spearman, Mayor, City of Lethbridge
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Government of Canada Invests in Southern Alberta's Community Infrastructure
Announcement by Darshan Kang, MP (Calgary Skyview) on behalf of the Hon. Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible for Western Economic Diversification Canada, and the Hon. Melanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage.
Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program (Department of Western Economic Diversification Canada)
Budget 2016 provided an additional $150 million over two years to Canada's Regional Development Agencies to invest in local improvements to communities across the country, starting in 2016-17. A total of $46.2 million was allocated for projects across Western Canada (British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba). Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD) is responsible for administering the program in the West.
Canada 150 Fund (Department of Canadian Heritage)
The Government of Canada established the Canada 150 Fund to create opportunities for Canadians to participate in local, regional, and national celebrations that will provide lasting legacies for future generations.
With a budget of $200 million, the has allowed hundreds of organization to submit funding applications for activities that will mark the 150th anniversary of Confederation.
Canada Cultural Spaces Fund (Department of Canadian Heritage)
The Canada Cultural Spaces Fund (CCSF) program seeks to improve physical conditions for artistic creativity and arts presentation or exhibition. It is also designed to increase access for Canadians to performing, visual, and media arts, and to museum collections and heritage displays.
TOTAL FEDERAL INVESTMENT ANNOUNCED: $4,899,327
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Carolina Calderon
Acting Regional Communications Manager, Alberta Region
Western Economic Diversification Canada
780-495-6892
Pierre-Olivier Herbert
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage
819-997-7788
Media Relations
Canadian Heritage
819-994-9101
1-866-569-6155
Tara Grindle
Communications Consultant
City of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, Alberta
403-320-3910
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