Government of Canada Invests $100,000 to Improve St. Mary's Community Theatre

News Release

January 18, 2017 – Sault Ste. Marie, ON – Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario – FedNor

The Government of Canada is investing $100,000 to assist with enhancements to the Community Theatre located at St. Mary's College. The funding will enable the Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board to modernize the facility and create a more conducive environment to welcome local theatre performances and learning.

Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced this Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program investment. The new mid-sized theatre will allow festivals to bring in more acts, and provide local performing groups with more space to perform and hold productions.

The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program (CIP 150) funding, delivered in Northern Ontario through FedNor, is part of the Government of Canada's coordinated approach to mark the 150th anniversary of Confederation. These investments across Canada will help create jobs, boost economic activity, strengthen communities, and celebrate Canada's rich heritage and history.

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 31st, 2018.

Quotes

"The Government of Canada recognizes the importance of investing in key community assets, such as the Community Theatre at St. Mary's College, which will provide an opportunity for residents of all ages to enjoy and participate in artistic and cultural activities."

– The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, and Minister responsible for FedNor

"In addition to being able to host a wide variety of celebrations to honour and celebrate Sault Ste. Marie's cultural diversity and rich history, the venue will also be used for educational opportunities in performing arts and production technologies."

– Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie

"I would like to thank the Government of Canada for investing in our community theatre which will serve the student body, as well as local and visiting artists and patrons. These improvements are a fitting way to celebrate Canada's 150th anniversary."

– John Caputo, Chair, Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board

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Kim Fewchuk
Communications Officer - FedNor
705-971-4112
Kim.Fewchuk@canada.ca


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