Lanaudière families will benefit from improved community spaces that support a better quality of life
News Release
July 21, 2017 – Saint-Félix-de-Valois, Quebec – Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
As a result of an investment of over $3.2M by the Government of Canada, families in the Lanaudière region will be able to benefit from upgraded recreational areas and modern community facilities. The funding provided will generate more than $7M in related investment by other partners, such as non-profit organizations and municipalities.
These contributions were announced today by David Lametti, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for CED.
The funding earmarked for Lanaudière communities will go towards supporting 17 different projects targeting bike paths and hiking trails, community centres, swimming pools and arenas.
This investment was made through the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program (CIP 150), a $300M fund set up to celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary. The Program supports the renovation or upgrading, including the expansion, of community infrastructure that brings Canadians together. Up to $63.5M of this funding will be spent in Quebec.
Quotes
“The financial support we are providing for our communities clearly reflects our commitment to foster sustainable growth and prosperity in Canada. By upgrading community infrastructure, as these great projects aim to do, we are helping to enhance the vitality of our communities and ensure a high quality of life for residents of all ages.”
David Lametti, MP for LaSalle — Émard — Verdun and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development
“The Government of Canada supports projects which, like those announced today, mobilize and unite our communities. These projects strengthen Canadian communities, stimulate economic activity and benefit families and the middle class.”
The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister responsible for CED
Quick Facts
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Since its creation in 2015, the CIP 150 has provided almost $58M in funding for over 450 projects that support the vitality of Quebec communities.
CED is one of the six regional development agencies under the responsibility of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development.
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