Sylvan Lake, Alberta – Today, Blaine Calkins, Member of Parliament for Wetaskiwin, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support for upgrades to Scouts Canada's Camp Woods under the Harper Government's Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF).
"Our Government is committed to creating jobs, growth and long-term prosperity in our communities across Canada," said MP Calkins. "By making this investment, we are helping Camp Woods to accommodate more visitors and host larger recreational events."
The Harper Government's investment of $53,350 will assist Scouts Canada with renovations to Camp Woods, located near Sylvan Lake. This investment will support upgrades to the camp's water system and resurfacing of internal roads.
"Scouts Canada is very excited about the Camp Woods Restoration Project that will be supported through the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund", said Natalie Benson, Director of Development for Scouts Canada. "This restoration project will be imperative to the hosting of the 2013 Canadian Jamboree which will bring over 5,000 youth and 1,500 volunteers in July, 2013 to Camp Woods. This project will also improve the operations at the camp to ensure that we can continue to deliver quality outdoor programs to local youth."
In Economic Action Plan 2012, the Harper Government announced further support to help communities across the country modernize their infrastructure. Our Government committed $150 million over two years for the Fund. The Fund supports projects that look to improve existing community infrastructure accessible for use by the public, such as community centres, recreational buildings, local arenas, cultural and other community facilities.
Since 2006, the Harper Government, through WD, has invested in job-creating small and medium-sized businesses, aerospace, marine and defence industries, and supported innovative entrepreneurs in pursuing emerging markets. By continuing to promote new economic opportunities, WD is helping to create jobs, economic growth, and long-term prosperity.
