April 12, 2010
La Crete, Alberta
Chris Warkentin, Member of Parliament for Peace River, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced Government of Canada support to help the La Crete Ferry Campground Society strengthen economic opportunities in the area.
“Our Government’s investment in the La Crete Ferry Campground is creating jobs while improving a local attraction that will benefit the community and help draw visitors to our region,” said MP Warkentin.
Federal funding is directed towards expanding the La Crete Ferry Campground by creating 30 additional campsites and enhancing existing amenities. The project includes activities such as developing roads to the campsites, as well as installing electrical and water systems, signage, picnic tables and fire pits. Expansion of the campground will create immediate employment opportunities and encourage tourists to camp in the area, providing further benefits for local businesses.
“Mackenzie County is very pleased to be able to work with our local communities to provide recreational services to the public,” said William Kostiw, Chief Administrative Officer for Mackenzie County.
Federal funding of $117,676 is being provided through the Community Adjustment Fund (CAF) as part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan. In addition, Mackenzie County is providing $50, 000 in support for the project.
"The La Crete Ferry Campground Society is very grateful for all the funding that has been provided for the expansion of our new campsite, which will create local employment opportunities and promote tourism in our northern Alberta communities,” said John Krahn, President of the La Crete Ferry Campground Society.
CAF supports the most affected western Canadian communities, such as those that are heavily reliant on resource-based industries. Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD) is delivering the fund in the four western provinces.
Visit the Community Adjustment Fund (CAF) in the West or Canada’s Economic Action Plan for more information.
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La Crete Ferry Campground is being expanded to 44 campsites thanks to funding from the Government of Canada. Construction of the 30 new campsites, as well as supporting infrastructure and amenities, will create immediate jobs in the area and encourage visitors to camp in La Crete. The Government of Canada is investing $117,676 towards this project under the Community Adjustment Fund.
For more information, contact:
Donna Kinley
Regional Manager, Communications
Western Economic Diversification Canada
Edmonton, Alberta
Tel: (780) 495-6892
Cell: (780) 991-7432
William Kostiw
Chief Administrative Officer
Mackenzie County
Tel: (780) 927-3718
George Unruh
Vice President
La Crete Ferry Campground Society
Tel: (780) 928-2265
WD Toll-Free Number:1-888-338-WEST (9378)
Teletypewriter (TTY): 1-877-303-3388
WD Website: www.wd-deo.gc.ca.
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