Winnipeg is moving forward with the Red River Community Centre project thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

“This is a very important project,” commented Mrs. Smith. “Our Government recognizes that investing in community centres helps to cultivate the physical and social well-being for the people in our community.”

This project is going towards replacing a 25 year-old wooden play structure at the Red River Community Centre with one accessible for all children, regardless of physical capabilities.

Funding of $50,000 is provided through the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program as part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

“As Mayor, I am proud to announce another significant investment in our recreational infrastructure,” said Mayor Sam Katz. “The City of Winnipeg’s investment of $100,000 will expand upon the quality service Red River Community Centre provides for our citizens,” said Mayor Sam Katz.

The Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program will invest $500 million in recreational facilities across Canada over a two-year period. It will provide a temporary economic stimulus that will help reduce the impacts of the global recession while renewing, upgrading and expanding recreational infrastructure in Canadian communities. 
 
Visit the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program in the West, or Canada's Economic Action Plan for more information.

For more information, contact:

Gabriela Klimes
Communications, Winnipeg
Western Economic Diversification Canada
Telephone: 204 983-6243