Fairview Legion will benefit from renovations to help bring Veterans, families and community members back to public spaces safely
News release
Government of Canada fueling community revitalization and creating the conditions for local economies to thrive as they rebound from the effects of COVID-19
June 3, 2022 · Halifax, Nova Scotia · Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families and communities. Our economic recovery is closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.
Today, Lena Metlege Diab, Member of Parliament for Halifax West, announced an investment of $54,921 through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) for the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 142. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA.
This support will allow the Legion to upgrade its building exterior with new siding, windows, insulation, and a gutter system. The updates will reduce energy costs to make the building more sustainable, preserving its role as a community hub for leisure and social activity. The upgraded Legion will promote the mental and physical wellbeing of Veterans and their families well into the future, as it continues to host training, celebrations, peer support groups and a variety of community events.
The CCRF was launched in June 2021. The Fund provides $500 million over two years to Canada’s regional development agencies (RDAs) to invest in shared and inclusive public spaces. As public health restrictions ease, the Government of Canada remains committed to investing in shared spaces to make them safer, greener and more accessible. This in turn will stimulate local economies, create jobs, and improve the quality of life for Canadians.
Quotes
“Strong, vibrant communities in Nova Scotia are a critical part of a robust and inclusive economic recovery. By investing in shared spaces like the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 142 in Fairview, we are helping revitalize local economies and giving residents a place to come together safely.”
- The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA
"For residents of Halifax West, the Royal Canadian Legion Fairview Branch 142 is a space to come together as a community, attend events, and honour the legacy of Canadian Armed Forces members. Since 1951 this building has been an essential part of our area, and like any 76-year-old building it could use some upgrades. The Government of Canada through ACOA is giving the Fairview Legion $54,921 to improve their property so that it can be enjoyed for generations to come. I applaud the work that the Legion does and congratulate them on their success."
- The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Member of Parliament for Halifax West
"This contribution from the Government of Canada will allow the RCL Fairview Branch 142 to make important upgrades to our physical infrastructure. This building plays a critical role as a community space in our area, and in honouring the memory of those who served. These upgrades will improve and protect our building so that we can continue our operations for many years to come"
- Murray Austin, President, Royal Canadian Legion Fairview Branch 142
Quick facts
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The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 142 was incorporated by the Royal Canadian Legion Act in 1926 and is part of the Nova Scotia/Nunavut Command.
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CCRF funding will support two major streams of activity:
- adapt community spaces and assets so that they may be used safely in accordance with local public health guidelines,
- build or improve community spaces to encourage Canadians to re-engage in, and explore their communities and regions.
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Eligible recipients will include not-for-profit organizations; rural, municipal or regional governments; Indigenous groups and communities; and public sector bodies that provide municipal-type infrastructure.
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Priority may be given to projects that encourage the participation of underrepresented groups and take into consideration the unique challenges of rural and remote communities.
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For more information on the application process, eligibility criteria and eligible expenses, or to apply for the CCRF, reach out to your regional development agency.
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Canada’s regional development agencies are continuing to deliver targeted support for economic recovery in the region. Application intake is open through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency for the Canada Community Revitalization Fund, Jobs and Growth Fund, Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative and Tourism Relief Fund.
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Contacts
Marianne Blondin
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Official Languages and of the
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Marianne.Blondin@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
Lauren Sinclair
Director of Communications
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
782-641-6365
Lauren.Sinclair@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
Richard Morris
Accountant and Treasurer
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 142
902-443-7086
Rick.Morris@live.com
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