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Canada’s Economic Action Plan Invests in Salmo’s Recreational Infrastructure
Local residents and visitors can look forward to a more energy efficient Salmo Valley Youth & Community Centre thanks to a $34,000 investment from the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.
Candy Cane Park Playground Officially Opened
A safer and more accessible Candy Cane Park playground was officially opened today for new generations of Regina children to enjoy. Regina-Lumsden-Lake Centre Member of Parliament Tom Lukiwski, the Honourable Laura Ross, Minister of Government Services and Regina City Councillor Mike O’Donnell cut the ribbon at the 30-year-old playground in Wascana Centre, which was upgraded this spring thanks to investments from the federal and provincial governments. MP Lukiwski joined other members of our Government taking part in similar events across the country to celebrate the completion of community recreational construction projects, all of which were funded under our Government’s Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program.
Minister Chuck Strahl Announces Support for BC’s Fishery Sector
The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced Government of Canada support to help the Pacific Salmon Foundation (PSF) strengthen economic opportunities in various British Columbia communities.
Member of Parliament Laurie Hawn Highlights Progress on Queen Elizabeth Pool Construction
Today, Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Defence, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, visited the construction site of the new Queen Elizabeth Pool and highlighted the impact of Canada’s Economic Action Plan on recreational infrastructure in Alberta communities. He joined other members of our Government taking part in similar events across the country to celebrate the completion of community recreational construction projects, all of which were funded under our Government’s Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program.
Minister Lynne Yelich Announces Funding for Technology Upgrades for Improved Nuclear Medicine at TRIUMF
A federal investment of over $911,000 to support innovative medical and pharmaceutical research at TRIUMF through the Western Diversification Program was announced by the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification Canada.
Federal, Provincial Funding Supports B.C. Life Sciences
Dr. Marco Marra, Director of the Genome Sciences Centre and Minister Lynne Yelich examine the lab equipment during a tour of the centre.
More than $5 million in federal and provincial funding will help Genome BC support commercialization of genomics discoveries and technology.
Minister Yelich Tours YWCA Vancouver Improvements
• Minister of State Lynne Yelich and Janet Austin, CEO of the YWCA Vancouver try out the amenities available at the YWCA Vancouver’s Health & Fitness Centre.
Today the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, toured the construction currently underway at YWCA Vancouver’s Health & Fitness Centre.
Governments Invest in Broadway Community Centre and Granite Curling Club
MP Bruinooge gathers with dignitaries as well as volunteers, staff and youth of the Broadway Neighbourhood Centre.
Winnipeg is moving forward with improvements to the Broadway Community Centre and the Granite Curling Club thanks to over $890,000 in funding from the Government of Canada, the Province of Manitoba and the City of Winnipeg. Federal funding is provided under the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.
Governments of Canada and British Columbia Launch Asia Trade Program
Joint funding of $2,030,000 for the B.C. Economic Innovation Partnership Program, a program to boost trade and investment with Asia, was announced today by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.
Canada’s Economic Action Plan Invests in Pleasantview Community League
The Pleasantview Community League is moving forward with enhancements to its playing courts thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.
Canada’s Economic Action Plan Supports Upgrades to King Edward Park
The King Edward Park Community League is moving forward with repairs and upgrades to the park’s outdoor skating rink thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.
Minister Yelich Promotes Western Businesses at Abbotsford International Airshow
Minister Yelich with Cascade Aerospace Mechanic Mathew Dickson at the Abbotsford Airshow
The Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, is attending the Abbotsford International Airshow today to meet with industry leaders and demonstrate the Government of Canada’s continued support for western Canada’s aerospace and defence sector.
Canada’s Economic Action Plan Supports Aldergrove’s Community Playground
The Aldergrove Community League is moving forward with the redevelopment of its playground thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.
Federal Government Strengthens Tourism Industry in Ladysmith
Minister Yelich addressing the crowd as (L) Doug Bell, President of the Ladysmith Maritime Society and (R) Gerry Giles, Chair, Cowichan Valley Regional District look on
Today the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification announced support to the Ladysmith Maritime Society to develop a new visitor centre to improve local tourism.
Canada and Saskatchewan Announce Funding for new Water and Sewer Services in Blaine Lake
The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are investing $140,000 to supply water and sewer connections to a new housing and business area in Blaine Lake, through the Building Canada Fund.
Canada and Saskatchewan Announce Funding for Upgrades to Rural Water Pipeline
The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are investing $75,972 to upgrade the rural water pipeline at Good Spirit Lake in the Rural Municipality of Good Lake, through the Building Canada initiative.
Government of Canada Supports Video-Conferencing Network in Western Canada
MP Block hears the benefits of the Community Futures Partners of Saskatchewan video-conferencing system expansion from Bill Matlock, Board Chair
A total of 200 communities in rural Western Canada can stimulate better brainstorming, knowledge sharing and information gathering through the Western Canada Business Service Network video conferencing system, thanks to an investment from the Government of Canada.
Canada’s Economic Action Plan Invests in Fraser Valley’s Outdoor Sports Facilities
Scowlitz First Nation and Abbotsford residents will be able to enjoy new and improved sports amenities, thanks to $328,363 in funding through the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.
Town of Moosomin Breaks Ground for New Multipurpose Recreation Centre
Souris-Moose Mountain Member of Parliament Ed Komarnicki and Speaker of the Legislature and Moosomin MLA Don Toth turned sod today at Lloyd Bradley Park with Town of Moosomin Mayor Don Bradley to kick off construction to the town’s new multipurpose recreation centre.
Minister Yelich Promotes Northern Manitoba’s Economic Diversity
The Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, visited numerous business and community leaders in Flin Flon and Thompson, Manitoba, to learn about the economic diversity of Manitoba’s northern communities.
