MP Maurice Vellacott announces funding to the Fédération des aînés fransaskois
May 13, 2014 – Saskatoon – Department of Canadian Heritage
The Government of Canada is providing $49,500 in funding to the Fédération des aînés fransaskois (FAF) for its 2014–2015 programming, which will make it possible to offer services, workshops, and projects to approximately 400 seniors.
Maurice Vellacott, Member of Parliament (Saskatoon–Wanuskewin), made this announcement today on behalf of Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages Shelly Glover. The Government of Canada is providing this financial support under the Community Life component of the Development of Official-Language Communities Program.
“Today’s announcement demonstrates our commitment to supporting organizations that contribute to the cultural and economic vitality of the Francophone community in Saskatchewan. It is essential that French-speaking seniors and young retirees in the province be able to continue living in French in their communities.”
—Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
“With this investment, Fransaskois seniors and retirees will have access to activities that meet their needs and contribute to their well-being. I am proud that our Government is supporting the efforts of the Fédération des aînés fransaskois.”
—Maurice Vellacott, Member of Parliament (Saskatoon-Wanuskewin)
“The Fédération des aînés fransaskois is delighted by the support from Canadian Heritage in order to deliver a program of activities and training that encourage the full participation of seniors in the community development of their regions. The FAF brings together Fransaskois aged 50 and up in a half-dozen rural communities and in cities. Thanks to this funding, the province’s clubs for Francophone seniors will be able to expand their volunteer activities, for the benefit of these seniors and their communities.”
—Annette Labelle, President, Fédération des aînés fransaskois
Marisa Monnin
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
819-997-7788
Roxanne Carrière
A/Regional Communications Manager
Prairies and Northern Region
Canadian Heritage
Tel.: 204-984-8700
Cell: 204-228-8866
roxanne.carriere@pch.gc.ca
Media Relations
Canadian Heritage
819-994-9101
1-866-569-6155
media@pch.gc.ca
