A Government of Canada investment of $75,000 will enable the Township of McMurrich/Monteith to make improvements to Sprucedale’s outdoor rink to increase accessibility and usage.

“The Government of Canada is proud to invest in communities, like the Township of McMurrich/Monteith, to help rehabilitate existing infrastructure assets that deliver community and cultural benefits for all Canadians. By supporting this local initiative, 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

“The funding announced today is an important show of support for our community. On behalf of the citizens of our community, I would like to thank the Government of Canada for this investment in our local facilities and for taking action to improve the social and economic outlook of our region.”

Reeve Joanne Griffiths, Township of McMurrich/Monteith

• The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program (CIP 150) funding is part of the Government of Canada’s coordinated approach to mark the 150th anniversary of Confederation.

• FedNor is delivering this program in Northern Ontario with an allocation of $10.4 million over two years, ending March 31^st, 2018.

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Barclay Babcock
Communications Officer
FedNor
705-690-0957
barclay.babcock@canada.ca