Upgrades in Middle Sackville will allow for program expansion, increased hosting capacity
News release
Government of Canada fueling community revitalization and creating the conditions for the local economy to thrive
October 28, 2022 · Middle Sackville, 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, Darrell Samson, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Sackville–Preston–Chezzetcook, announced an investment of $250,000 through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) for the Springfield Lake Recreation Centre. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA.
This support will help the centre fix the fence at its upper baseball and soccer fields to provide a safer space for spectators to gather and enjoy the game. New lights will also be installed at the field, keeping it open later to host new youth and female baseball programs. These upgrades will also give the centre the capacity to host larger ball tournaments, strengthening its role as a community hub for sports and social activity.
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. The Government of Canada is committed to investing in shared spaces to make them safer, greener and more accessible. This will help 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. Investing in public spaces like the Springfield Lake Recreation Centre in Middle Sackville helps revitalize local economies and gives residents a place to come together safely.”
- The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA
“The Canada Community Revitalization Fund is a fantastic initiative designed to get folks back out into their neighborhoods, and the upgrades to Springfield Lake’s ball field will only provide more reason to do exactly that.”
- Darrell Samson, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Sackville – Preston – Chezzetcook
“I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to ACOA for this generous contribution which will go towards completing necessary repairs and upgrades to our facility. The SLRC takes pride in its facilities which provide our community members with a public space to enjoy physical activity, social interaction, and various recreational programming. This financial contribution will allow community members, and also those from outside of our community, to continue to enjoy our facility for years to come."
- James Foley, President, Springfield Lake Recreation Centre
Quick facts
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The Springfield Lake Recreation Centre was established by a dedicated group of volunteers in the 1960s who recognized a need for a recreation hub. The centre works to build community spirit by promoting and delivering social, recreational, leisure and charitable activities.
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The Canada Community Revitalization Fund supports two major streams of activity:
o adapting community spaces and assets so that they may be used safely in accordance with local public health guidelines,
o building or improving community spaces to encourage Canadians to re-engage in, and explore their communities and regions. -
Application intake for the Canada Community Revitalization Fund is now closed. If you have a pending application, please contact your account manager for more information.
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Canada’s regional development agencies are continuing to deliver targeted support for economic recovery. Application intake is open through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) for the Jobs and Growth Fund, the Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative, and the 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
James Foley
President, Springfield Lake Recreation Centre
jfoley@strum.com
902-456-1846
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