February 17, 2010
Calgary, Alberta
The Crowfoot YMCA is moving forward with renovations to its facility thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada's Economic Action Plan.
"Through Canada's Economic Action Plan, the Government of Canada is proud to be investing in recreational facilities that promote and support healthy lifestyles and stimulate economic activity in our communities," said Diane Ablonczy, Minister of State (Seniors) and Member of Parliament for Calgary Nose Hill, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification.
The renovation project will center on the facility's locker rooms by replacing laminate flooring, shower tiles, sinks, faucets and partitions. The enhancements are expected retain current members and to attract more area residents to the facility, which will contribute to a healthier population and benefit the local economy.
Funding of $78,734 is provided through the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program as part of Canada's Economic Action Plan.
"YMCA Calgary is dedicated to providing first-class facilities where families and individuals can grow in spirit, mind and body," said Helene Weir, President and CEO of YMCA Calgary." This renovation is a part of YMCA Calgary's commitment to serving people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities."
The Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program will invest $500 million in recreational facilities across Canada over a two-year period. It will provide a temporary economic stimulus that will help reduce the impacts of the global recession while renewing, upgrading and expanding recreational infrastructure in Canadian communities.
Visit the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program in the West, or Canada's Economic Action Plan for more information.
For more information, contact:
Donna Kinley
Regional Manager, Communications
Western Economic Diversification Canada
Telephone: (780) 495-6892
Nadina Kaminer
Communications Manager
YMCA Calgary
Telephone: (403) 781-1680
Cell: (403) 852-9168
WD Toll-Free Number:1 888 338-WEST (9378)
Teletypewriter (TTY): 1 877 303-3388
Website: WD is online at www.wd-deo.gc.ca.
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