Residents and visitors in Eastern PEI will benefit from safer and more accessible gathering spaces for social and recreational activities, as well as improved tourism products and services, as a result of more than $622,000 from the Government of Canada and $61,000 from the Province of PEI.

“This investment is a community-building project to celebrate Canada’s 150^th anniversary. And there’s no better way to mark this milestone than to celebrate the places that bring us together—the places that allow us to stay fit, unwind and connect with our friends and neighbours. That’s how we establish the bonds of common understanding and friendship in a country where people come from every corner of the world. The values of openness, diversity and inclusion that define all Canadians are forged in our community spaces.”  

• The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA

“I am pleased to see the Government of Canada recognizing the great work being done in rural communities across our region through this important funding program. These projects have been made possible thanks to the dedication of many volunteers working to improve their communities and create opportunity for future generations. This federal support will ensure that more people can benefit from the vision of these community organizations.” 

• The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and Member of Parliament for Cardigan

“I would like to commend the many community-minded volunteers for their hard work on each of these projects. The Government of Prince Edward Island is committed to working in partnership with community organizations to enhance the social, recreational and economic opportunities in rural areas across the province.” 

• The Honourable Pat Murphy, Minister of Rural and Regional Development

“We are grateful to be among the projects announced today, each of which play important roles in their communities. Established in 1928, the Fortune Community Centre provides the Fortune and surrounding areas a community meeting space, a venue for weddings, anniversaries, and other celebrations, fundraisers, bingo, a children's playground, darts, girl guides, concerts, festivals and other events.” 

• Cathy Rose, Board Member, Fortune Community Centre

• • CIP 150 is designed to leave a lasting legacy by supporting the rehabilitation or improvement of existing community infrastructure assets and facilities across the country that promote community and cultural benefits for the public.

  • Infrastructure investments are a proven, effective means of boosting economic activity and enhancing the quality of life for Canadian families.

  • Projects supported by the program are chosen based on assessment criteria including construction-readiness and public benefit, the extent to which funding is leveraged from other sources and linkages to Canada 150.

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