The governments of Canada and Alberta recognize the importance of investing in infrastructure that encourages active lifestyles, improves community connections and helps preserve the environment.

“Investing in public infrastructure is critical to developing inclusive communities and paving the way for economic growth and middle-class job creation. It is my pleasure to mark the completion of the Devonian Trail here in Parkland County and see another phase of the River Valley Alliance Capital Plan come to life. This initiative will help residents stay healthy, connect our communities and improve residents’ quality of life for years to come.”

The Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities

“Recreational trails are important for Alberta families to connect with our wild spaces, and the Devonian Trail will be another asset in the North Saskatchewan River valley. Our government is making life better for Albertans by supporting the expansion of recreational trails.”

The Honourable Shannon Phillips, Minister of Alberta Environment and Parks

“I am tremendously excited to celebrate the grand opening of this new addition to Parkland County’s trail system. This trail connects the University of Alberta Botanic Gardens to Prospectors’ Point, offering a gorgeous view of the many natural features in the area. It was a key component of the River Valley Alliance Action Plan, and its completion is an asset for both Parkland County and the entire region.”

His Worship Rod Shaigec, Mayor of Parkland County

“The Devonian Trail is an important project in the River Valley Alliance Plan of Action as it now connects the University of Alberta Botanic Garden with the Capital Region River Valley Park. The River Valley Alliance is committed to work with our partner municipalities and federal and provincial governments to ensure the connectivity of the entire park is achieved.”

Brent Collingwood, River Valley Alliance Board Chair

• For the Devonian Garden Trail:

  •  The River Valley Alliance contributed approximately $1,448,728 sourced from:
    •  The Government of Canada, which contributed approximately $724,364 through the 2007 Building Canada Fund – Major Infrastructure Component.
    •  The Government of Alberta, which contributed approximately $724,364.
  • Parkland County covered the remaining funds through the Gas Tax Fund ($306,800), Alberta Sport Connection ($75,000) and Municipal Tax ($342,472). The total cost of this project was $2,173,000.

• Overall, the federal government is contributing up to $30,000,000 through the Building Canada Fund – Major Infrastructure Component towards the River Valley Alliance Capital Program.

• The Government of Canada will invest more than $180 billion over 12 years in public transit projects, green infrastructure, social infrastructure, trade and transportation routes, and Canada’s rural and northern communities.

Associated Links

• Government of Canada’s $180-billion+ infrastructure plan in Budget 2017
• Federal infrastructure investments in Alberta
• The Building Canada Fund – Major Infrastructure Component

Brook Simpson
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities
613-219-0149
brook.simpson@canada.ca

Brent Wittmeier
Press Secretary
Alberta Environment and Parks
587-985-5104
brent.wittmeier@gov.ab.ca

Robin Lillywhite
Marketing Specialist
Parkland County
587-785-1329
rlillywhite@parklandcounty.com

Tanya Klein
Communications Coordinator
River Valley Alliance
780-964-9543
tanya.klein@rivervalley.ab.ca

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