Indigenous families will benefit from improved community spaces for a better quality of life
News Release
$54,000 from the Government of Canada will support upgrades to the Thomas Land Sr. Memorial Arena
September 7, 2017 – Wabaseemoong Independent Nation, ON - Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario - FedNor
The community of Wabaseemoong Independent Nation will benefit from a modernized arena as a result of a $54,000 investment from the Government of Canada.
The funding was announced today by the Honourable Bob Nault, Member of Parliament for Kenora, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for FedNor.
This FedNor investment will be used to modernize the Thomas Land Sr. Memorial Arena by installing new seating, upgrading washroom facilities and replacing the cooling system and concrete foundation required to maintain a safe and quality ice surface that is fully accessible to everyone.
This investment is being allocated under the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program, a $300-million fund that was established to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday through investments in the community spaces that bring Canadians together. Of that amount, $10.4 million is being invested across Northern Ontario.
Quotes
"This investment is a community-building project to celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary. And there’s 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’s 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 FedNor
"Our government is investing in community infrastructure throughout the nation to ensure families continue to benefit from safe, modern and accessible public facilities and spaces. This funding, provided to Wabaseemoong Independent Nation, will support vital upgrades at the Thomas Land Sr. Memorial Arena and will help improve quality of life for the whole community."
- Bob Nault, Member of Parliament for Kenora
"The Thomas Land Sr. Memorial Arena is a social and recreational hub for our community and I’m pleased that the Government of Canada is investing to upgrade this important community asset. This partnership project will ensure our residents have access to a safe and reliable facility that will allow families to play, gather, and celebrate personal, recreational and cultural achievements for many years to come."
- Chief John Paishk, Wabaseemoong Independent Nation
Quick Facts
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In addition to today’s announcement, the Kenora region has received a total of $1,533,945 for 26 projects under the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program.
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Contacts
Barclay Babcock
Communications Officer
FedNor
705-690-0957
barclay.babcock@canada.ca