July 31, 2015 – Surrey, British Columbia – Western Economic Diversification Canada
Today, Nina Grewal, Member of Parliament for Fleetwood—Port Kells, on behalf of the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support of $1.1 million for six projects under the Government of Canada’s Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program.
In Economic Action Plan 2015, the Government of Canada announced further support for communities with the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program. Thanks to a commitment of $150 million, communities from coast to coast to coast will see support for improvements to local infrastructure, creating a lasting legacy as Canada prepares to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017.
The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program will help fund renovations, expansions and rehabilitations to existing infrastructure that provides community and cultural benefits for the public. The Program represents one of several infrastructure-related initiatives that the Government of Canada has undertaken to generate well-being and prosperity across Canada.
Ben Stanford
Regional Communications Manager
Western Economic Diversification Canada
Telephone: 604-666-3395
Email: ben.stanford@wd-deo.gc.ca
George Psefteas
Chief of Staff, Office of the Mayor
City of Surrey
Telephone: 604-591-4241
Email: george.psefteas@surrey.ca
WD Toll-Free Number: 1-888-338-WEST (9378)
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