WINNIPEG, MANITOBA -- (Marketwired) -- 05/24/16 -- Western Economic Diversification Canada
Today, the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD), announced the second intake of the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program in Western Canada. Announced in Budget 2016, this top-up to the national Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program will create a lasting legacy in communities and be a celebration of the collective community spirit across the country. The program is part of Canada 150 Celebrates, which helps to develop our communities, celebrate our heritage, and improve the quality of life of all Canadians.
As of today, WD is accepting funding applications to support projects seeking to renovate, expand and improve existing community infrastructure. Priority will be given to projects that upgrade recreational facilities, advance a clean growth economy, and have a positive impact on Indigenous communities and peoples.
Quotes
"On behalf of the Government of Canada, I am so pleased to announce the opening of the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program second intake in Manitoba. The program will leave a lasting legacy for communities across Canada, and demonstrate our commitment to local infrastructure priorities that build a healthy and sustainable lifestyle for all Canadians."
- The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for Western Economic Diversification Canada
"This is an opportunity for community groups in Manitoba to undertake projects that will enhance and improve community and recreational infrastructure for years to come. The result will be a legacy of high-quality infrastructure to mark Canada's 150th birthday."
- Doug Eyolfson, Member of Parliament for Charleswood - St. James - Assiniboia -Headingley
Quick Facts
-- The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program will invest an
additional $150 million across Canada in community infrastructure, with
$46.2 million allocated across Western Canada (British Columbia,
Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba).
-- Applications for projects in Western Canada are being carried out
through a call-for-proposals process, and will be accepted between May
24 and June 22, 2016, closing at 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time/2:00 p.m.
Mountain Time/3:00 p.m. Central Time.
-- In Western Canada, examples of community infrastructure project
applications supported may include, but are not limited to, community
and cultural centres, local arenas and swimming pools, campgrounds,
libraries, and parks.
Additional Links
- Apply through WD
- Canada 150
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Contacts:
Philip Proulx
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Innovation, Science
and Economic Development
343-291-2500
Carmen Kardoes
Director, Policy, Planning and External Relations
Western Economic Diversification Canada
204-298-9881
carmen.kardoes@canada.ca
WD Toll-Free Number: 1-888-338-WEST (9378)
Teletypewriter (TTY): 1-877-303-3388
Website: WD is online at www.wd-deo.gc.ca.
