New Amenities Added to Canyon Park

News Release

Project made possible thanks to federal Gas Tax Fund

July 1, 2015 – Creston, British Columbia – Infrastructure Canada

Canyon Park, a beautiful and rustic natural Park used by backpackers, cyclists, kayak and canoe enthusiasts, as well as equine enthusiasts, now has a new bathroom and shower facility thanks to the federal Gas Tax Fund.

The $98,700 facility was made possible thanks to $56,000 from the federal Gas Tax Fund and $42,700 from the Canyon Community Association.

Canyon Park offers camping, a playground, a pavilion, a baseball diamond, an equestrian arena and hiking trails. The bathroom and shower facility marks the first phase of a broader project that will also include the construction of a new catering-style kitchen, which is scheduled to open in the spring of 2016.

Quick facts

The Government of Canada provides $253,276,892 in annual funding for municipal infrastructure in British Columbia through the federal Gas Tax Fund.
The Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) administers the Gas Tax Fund in BC, in collaboration with Canada and British Columbia.
Since 2006, the federal Gas Tax Fund has made $10,007,834 available to the Regional District of Central Kootenay.

Quotes

"Canyon Park is a gathering place for the community. Ongoing improvements will contribute to maintaining a good quality of life and an active lifestyle for all residents. Today's official opening is an example of our Government's commitment to investing in infrastructure projects that promote sustainable growth and build strong, liveable communities."

- David Wilks Member of Parliament for Kootenay-Columbia

"It's gratifying to see the first phase of upgrades to Canyon Park completed through our Gas Tax partnership. For over 75 years, Canyon Park has been a major community hub in the Kootenay region where residents and visitors gather for a variety of social and outdoor activities. These new washroom and shower facilities are a perfect complement to this park and add to the impressive amenities it already offers."

- Bill Bennett MLA for East Kootenay

"Canyon Park and the Canyon Community Association are strong pillars in our community. The enhancements and plans for further improvements will sustain a resource in our community that will be enjoyed by many for years to come. I would like to congratulate the association on the completion of this project, and thank the federal government for providing valued funding."

- Tanya Wall Director of Electoral Area B Regional District of Central Kootenay

"In response to a request from local governments, the renewed federal Gas Tax Fund broadened its funding categories to include parks and recreational improvements. This RDCK project in partnership with the Canyon Community Association shows how this expanded capacity is helping communities to better match the funding available with local priorities."

- Sav Dhaliwal UBCM President

Associated links

Learn more about the federal Gas Tax Fund.
For additional information on the New Building Canada Plan.
To learn more about the Government of Canada's focus on jobs and the economy consult Canada's Economic Action Plan.

Contacts

Vincent Rabault
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and
Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec
613-943-1838

Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development
Communications
250-953-3677

Anitra Winje
Corporate Officer
Regional District of Central Kootenay
250-352-8166
awinje@rdck.bc.ca

Paul Taylor
Director of Communications
UBCM
250-356-2938

Infrastructure Canada
613-960-9251
Toll-free 1-877-250-7154
Email: media@infc.gc.ca
Twitter: @INFC_eng
Website: Infrastructure Canada

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