Government of Canada Announces Infrastructure Investment to Support Social and Economic Development and Growth in Markstay-Warren
News Release
September 12, 2016 – Markstay, ON – Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario – FedNor
Marc Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced an infrastructure investment of $100,000 in the Town of Markstay–Warren to help the community transform the Caisse Populaire Outdoor Rink into a year-round facility.
The FedNor funding, provided through the federal government's Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program, will enable the Town of Markstay–Warren to add a roof to its existing outdoor rink. Identified as a local priority, this strategic initiative will improve the community's ability to maintain the rink's ice surface in the winter months and create new opportunities for a skate park and summer programs, as well as family events and other outdoor activities such as ball hockey and basketball.
Quick facts
- Canada CIP 150 is designed to leave a lasting legacy by supporting the rehabilitation or improvement of existing community infrastructure assets and facilities across the country that promote community and cultural benefits for the public.
- FedNor is delivering this program in Northern Ontario with an allocation of $10.4 million over two years, ending March 31, 2018.
Quotes
"The Government of Canada is proud to invest in communities, such as the Town of Markstay–Warren, to help rehabilitate existing infrastructure assets that deliver community and cultural benefits for all Canadians. By working at the grassroots level, we are helping to create strong, self-sustaining communities throughout the region."
– The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, and Minister responsible for FedNor
"This community infrastructure funding is an investment in the future of the Town of Markstay–Warren, the Nickel Belt region and indeed, all of Northern Ontario. By investing in local priorities that strengthen the economic foundation of our region, the Government of Canada through FedNor is helping to create jobs, growth and a strong economy."
– Marc Serré, MP for Nickel Belt
"The funding announced today is a solid show of support for our community. On behalf of the citizens of Markstay–Warren, I would like to thank the Government of Canada for recognizing the unique needs of our community and taking action to improve the social and economic outlook of our region."
– Mayor Stephen Salonin, Markstay–Warren
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Contacts
Barclay Babcock
Communications Officer - FedNor
705-690-0957
barclay.babcock@canada.ca
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