$37,500 to upgrade community fitness centre in Matachewan

Families in Matachewan to benefit from improved community spaces for a better quality of life

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Families in the Township of Matachewan will benefit from improved community facilities as a result of a $37,500 investment from the Government of Canada.

The FedNor funding will enable the Township to make improvements to the community’s fitness centre, including the installation of barrier-free washrooms, showers, and doors, flooring in the fitness area, as well as the addition of new insulation to reduce heating costs.

The funding was announced today by the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for FedNor.

This investment is being allocated under the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program, a $300-million fund that was established to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday through investments in community spaces that bring Canadians together. Of that amount, $10.4 million is being invested across Northern Ontario.

Quotes

"This investment is a community-building project to celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary. And there’s no better way to mark this milestone than to celebrate the places that bring us together – the places that allow us to stay fit, unwind, and connect with our friends and neighbours. That’s how we establish the bonds of common understanding and friendship in a country where people come from every corner of the world. The values of openness, diversity and inclusion that define all Canadians are forged in our community spaces." - The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for FedNor

"The funding announced today will pave the way for much needed repairs and improvements that will improve safety and enhance accessibility at our community fitness centre. I would like to thank the Government of Canada and FedNor for supporting this project as it will provide expanded recreational opportunities that will benefit residents of our community for years to come." - Cheryl Drummond, Mayor of the Township of Matachewan

Quick facts

Including the project supported today, the Timmins-James Bay region has received a total of $1.2 million for 21 projects under the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program.

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