October 29, 2014 - Carlisle, Ontario
David Sweet, Member of Parliament for Ancaster-Dundas-Flamborough-Westdale, on behalf of the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, today announced that under the second round of the Recreational Fisheries Conservation Partnerships Program, the Government of Canada will provide up to $92,000 to Trout Unlimited Canada for a project to restore fish habitat in Courtcliffe Park, Carlisle, Ontario.
The Recreational Fisheries Conservation Partnerships Program was announced in Economic Action Plan 2013 to support fisheries habitat restoration projects led by recreational fishing and angling groups, as well as conservation organizations. Given its early success and high demand, an additional investment in Economic Action Plan 2014 increased the funding available through the program to a total investment of $25 million.
On May 15, 2014, the National Conservation Plan was launched to provide a more coordinated approach to conservation efforts across the country. Since 2006, the Government of Canada has taken important steps to conserve and restore our country’s natural environment and connect Canadians to our rich natural heritage. To date, the Recreational Fisheries Conservation Partnerships Program has invested nearly $6 million under Round I in 94 fisheries habitat restoration projects across Canada, an additional 128 projects under Round II is receiving up to $5.5 million, and most recently over 80 projects are eligible for funding under Round III. Details about the program can be found on the Program’s Web site where you can also sign up for updates.
“The restoration of trout habitat in the creeks and ponds at Courtcliffe Park in Carlisle benefit everyone in Flamborough who fishes, hikes, bikes or walks their dog at this local gem. I'm pleased that this project is funded by our Government under the Recreational Fisheries Conservation Partnerships Program.”
David Sweet, Member of Parliament for Ancaster-Dundas-Flamborough-Westdale
“Trout Unlimited Canada is pleased to be working with many partners including the Federal Government to improve water quality, fisheries and recreational opportunities by repairing Bronte Creek through Courtcliffe Park.”
Silvia D’Amelio, Chief Executive Officer, Trout Unlimited Canada
Frank Stanek
Media Relations
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
613-990-7537
Sophie Doucet
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
613-992-3474
NR-CA-14-21E
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