July 27, 2015 – Vernon, British Columbia – Western Economic Diversification Canada
Today, Colin Mayes, Member of Parliament for Okanagan — Shuswap, on behalf of the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support of over $160,000 for six projects under the Government of Canada’s Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program.
In Budget 2015, the Government of Canada announced further support to help communities across the country modernize their infrastructure. The Government committed $150 million for the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program, in order to provide significant support for community and cultural infrastructure across the country, as we celebrate Canada 150th anniversary of Confederation.
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.
Nicholas Insley
Office of the Minister
Western Economic Diversification Canada
Telephone: 613-954-1042
Email: ben.stafford@wd-deo.gc.ca
Tannis Nelson
Community Development Coordinator
Regional District of North Okanagan
Telephone: 250-550-3689
Email: tannis.nelson@rdno
WD Toll-Free Number: 1-888-338-WEST (9378)
Teletypewriter (TTY): 1-877-303-3388
Website: WD is online at www.wd-deo.gc.ca.
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