July 31, 2015 – Fredericton N.B. - Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
The Honourable Keith Ashfield, Member of Parliament for Fredericton, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Regional Minister for New Brunswick and Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency), today announced a commitment to the City of Fredericton through the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program (CIP 150) to assist with improvements to Wilmot Park.
The Government of Canada has approved a contribution of $131,732 to focus on phase 1 of the project, which will provide the footprint for the new outdoor aquatic facility. Federal funding is part of the up to $16.6 million allocated for projects in Atlantic Canada under CIP 150, announced earlier this year by Prime Minister Stephen Harper. Once all phases of this project are complete, Wilmot Park will have new barrier-free splash pads, water play elements and washroom facilities.
The national Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program is providing up to $150 million over two years to support projects that rehabilitate, renovate and expand existing public infrastructure for communities. It is part of the Government of Canada’s activities to honour Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017. The program is expected to boost economic activity through infrastructure investments, build community-based partnerships and modernize existing community facilities.
In Atlantic Canada, CIP 150 is administered through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA).
Quick Facts:
- Wilmot Park dates back to 1860 when it was first opened to the public. It is an iconic landmark in Fredericton, New Brunswick.
- The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program is one of several infrastructure-related initiatives that the Government of Canada has undertaken to generate well-being and prosperity in communities across Canada.
- Infrastructure investments are a proven, effective means of boosting economic activity and enhancing the quality of life for Canadian families.
- Projects that will be supported by the program will be chosen based on assessment criteria including construction-readiness and public benefit, the extent to which funding is leveraged from other sources and linkages to Canada 150.
- Total federal government funding will be a maximum of 50 per cent of the total eligible costs for projects in Atlantic Canada.
- The Government of Canada’s contributions are contingent on the execution of contribution agreements with recipients.
- Selected projects are expected to be completed by March 31, 2018.
Quote:
“The 150th anniversary of Confederation is a time to celebrate the places across this great country that unite and connect us – the parks, the trails, the cultural and community centres and more. The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program will have a lasting impact in Atlantic Canada and will ensure residents, such as those here in Fredericton, have access to improved community spaces.
- The Honourable Keith Ashfield, Member of Parliament for Fredericton, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Regional Minister for New Brunswick and Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency)
Associated Links:
www.acoa-apeca.gc.ca/CIP150
http://canada.pch.gc.ca/canada150
http://www.fredericton.ca/en/recleisure/recreationandleisure.asp
Contacts:
Kelsie Corey
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of State
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
613-941-7241
Monique LeBlanc
Director of Communications
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
506-452-2451
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