BGC Moncton will benefit from renovation and expansion to help bring people back to public spaces safely
News release
July 14, 2022 · Moncton, New Brunswick · 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, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA, announced an investment of $111,500 through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) for BGC Moncton (formerly know as the Moncton Boys and Girls Club). The Province of New Brunswick is also contributing $111,500 to the project.
The project includes renovating and expanding the existing building to create more space. This will be used to deliver key programming to help youth strengthen their numeracy literacy and social and emotional skills. It will also make the facility more accessible and inclusive to all by providing access to those with disabilities.
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 New Brunswick are a critical part of a robust and inclusive economic recovery. Investing in shared public spaces like the BGC Moncton helps revitalize local economies, boosts tourism, creates jobs, and gives residents a place to come together safely.”
- The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA
“Community organizations like BGC Moncton are foundational to building vibrant and sustainable communities across the province. That is why we are pleased to make this investment in renovations to BGC Moncton to expand their space and offer programming to more than the 1,000 families they are already serving.”
- The Honourable Daniel Allain, Minister of Local Government and Local Governance Reform
“We are grateful to count on both levels of Government for this significant investment to upgrade our infrastructure. Such a meaningful commitment enables more than 1,000 kids and their families to have access to world class programming through education, health and well-being, leadership and civic engagement and newcomer youth integration. We are driven by the ultimate passion to help young people discover, develop and achieve their full potential as adults, citizens and leaders of our communities.”
- Moncef Lakouas, Executive Director, BGC Moncton
Quick facts
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CCRF funding will support two major streams of activity:
o adapt community spaces and assets so that they may be used safely in accordance with local public health guidelines,
o 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
Catherine Mounier-Desrochers
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of Official Languages and of the
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
catherine.mounier-desrochers@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
Danielle Phillips
Senior Communications Officer
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Danielle.Phillips@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
Mary-Anne Hurley-Corbyn
Communications
Province of New Brunswick (RDC)
Mary-Anne.Hurley-Corbyn@gnb.ca
Moncef Lakouas
Executive Director
BCG Moncton
moncef.lakouas@bgcmoncton.com
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