Abitibi-Témiscamingue and La Jamésie families to enjoy improved community spaces for a better quality of life
News Release
August 25, 2017 – Val-d’Or, Quebec – Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Abitibi-Témiscamingue and La Jamésie families will be able to enjoy improved recreational spaces and modern community facilities thanks to an investment of more than $3.1M by the Government of Canada. The funding will generate over $7.4M in related investments from other partners, such as non-profit organizations and municipalities.
The contributions were announced today by David Lametti, Member of Parliament for LaSalle–Émard–Verdun and Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions.
The funding for the Abitibi-Témiscamingue communities will support 25 projects, from bike paths and hiking trails to community centres, pools and arenas.
The investment is part of the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program (CIP150), a $300M fund that was established to celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary through investments in the community spaces that bring Canadians together. Up to $63.5 million of this amount will be invested in Quebec.
Quotes
“This investment is part of a community construction project celebrating Canada’s 150th anniversary. There is 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 is 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 CED
“The funding we are providing for our communities clearly reflects our commitment to fostering sustainable growth and prosperity in Canada. By upgrading community infrastructure, as these great projects aim to do, we are enhancing the vitality of our communities and helping ensure a high quality of life for residents of all ages.”
The Honourable David Lametti, Member of Parliament for LaSalle–Émard–Verdun and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development
Quick Facts
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Since its creation in 2015, CIP150 has invested nearly $61M in more than 470 projects contributing to the vitality of Quebec’s 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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