February 29, 2008 Glenavon, Saskatchewan
The pumphouse in the Village of Glenavon will be replaced thanks to a joint investment of $9,720 from the federal and provincial governments through the Canada-Saskatchewan Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF).
The new building will reduce the chance of contaminants entering the water supply system from the pumphouse site. The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are jointly investing 50 per cent of the funds, while the Village of Glenavon is contributing the balance, bringing the total investment to $19,422.
"This infrastructure investment will leave real and lasting benefits for the Village of Glenavon," said Ed Komarnicki, Member of Parliament for Souris Moose-Mountain on behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, President of the Queen's Privy Council for Canada, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister of Western Economic Diversification. "Today's investment reflects our commitment to work in partnership with all orders of government to help communities grow as vibrant and productive places to live, work and raise families."
"The provincial government is committed to improving the quality of life for all Saskatchewan people, and investing in quality infrastructure is an important part of that," said Don Toth, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Moosomin, on behalf of Saskatchewan Municipal Affairs Minister Bill Hutchinson. "Glenavon residents will enjoy the benefits of this investment in a new pumphouse for years to come."
"This work is absolutely necessary for our community," said Glenavon Mayor Herb Schmidt. "Without this funding we would not have been able to proceed with this project."
Under the initial Canada-Saskatchewan MRIF Agreement, the federal and provincial governments committed a combined $76 million to the fund, with participating communities contributing one-half of all costs, raising the total infrastructure investment to more than $152 million.
Last year, the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan contributed an additional $14.9 million to MRIF as part of their commitment to help smaller communities meet their infrastructure needs. This additional funding brings the total federal and provincial investment in MRIF projects to more than $90.9 million.
These projects are an example of how MRIF is supporting a stronger, safer and better Canada through infrastructure projects that provide cleaner air and water, a stronger economy and a higher quality of life.
Before receiving final approval, community projects undergo a review process under both the Canadian Environment Assessment Act and The Environmental Assessment Act (Saskatchewan).
For additional information, contact:
Joanne Mysak
Manager, Consultations, Marketing & Communications
Western Economic Diversification Canada
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Tel: (306) 975-5942
Tyler McMurchy
Communications Consultant
Saskatchewan Ministry of Municipal Affairs
Regina, Saskatchewan
Tel: (306) 787-5193
Cell: (306) 537-7051
WD Toll-Free Number:1 888 338-WEST (9378)
Web Site: WD is online at www.wd-deo.gc.ca.
