February 01, 2010
Rosthern, Saskatchewan
The Town of Rosthern is moving forward with arena upgrades thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.
Today, Maurice Vellacott, Member of Parliament for Saskatoon-Wanuskewin, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced federal funding for upgrades to the arena that will create jobs for the community.
“I’m pleased to announce our Government’s timely support for Rosthern’s recreational infrastructure,” said MP Vellacott. “This investment will create jobs, encourage greater participation in physical activity and use of recreational facilities, and ensure that our communities have access to the essential infrastructure we need today and in the future.”
Funding of $14,000 is provided through the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program as part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan. The Town of Rosthern is providing the balance of the funds, for a total project cost of $42,000.
The arena upgrades include replacement of the existing radiant heaters in the seating area of the arena. These upgrades will improve energy efficiency and result in higher usage of the arena.
“The Town of Rosthern welcomes the $14,000 RInC funding for the arena heater replacement project,” said Mayor Doug Knoll. “This retrofit is much needed and will be appreciated by all the users of the facility.”
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. A total of almost $153 million in RInC funding will be invested across the four western provinces by Western Economic Diversification Canada.
Visit the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program in the West, or Canada's Economic Action Plan for more information.
For more information, contact:
Joanne Mysa
Manager, Communications
Western Economic Diversification Canada
(306) 975-5942
Doug Knoll, Mayor
Town of Rosthern
(306) 232-5303
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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