More than $720,000 in Canada Community Revitalization Fund support to revitalize four outdoor community recreation facilities for the benefit of Calgarians of all ages and abilities
July 12, 2022 - Calgary, Alberta - Prairies Economic Development Canada
The Government of Canada continues to invest in community-led initiatives that revitalize public spaces, encourage healthy communities, stimulate local businesses, and welcome visitors back. Accessible and modern recreation spaces are key to bringing people of all ages and abilities together, encouraging physical activity, improving mental health, and supporting businesses.
Today, Adam van Koeverden, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health and to the Minister of Sport, on behalf of the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, announced a federal investment of more than $720,000 for four community revitalization projects across the city of Calgary. The investments will provide residents and visitors of all ages and abilities with greater access to sport and recreation facilities.
Projects receiving federal funding include:
- Alberta Urban Athletics Association is receiving $78,000 to develop an outdoor gym in McHugh Bluff.
- The City of Calgary is receiving $75,000 to expand and revitalize four outdoor basketball courts located in Calgary's Saddle Ridge, Coventry Hills and McKenzie Lake communities.
- Hawkwood Community Association is receiving $85,612 to create an outdoor fitness centre that is useable year round with a multipurpose paved rink, skating area, basketball courts, tennis courts with pickleball, indoor play area and pathways.
- Vivo for Healthier Generations Society is receiving $490,000 to create a new outdoor courtyard and plaza and improve accessibility at its recreation centre in Calgary.
The combined federal investment of $728,612 is expected to help create or maintain 15 jobs, increase accessibility to recreation spaces for residents and visitors, and support investment attraction and business activity.
The Government of Alberta has been a key partner in supporting the revitalization of recreation facilities in Calgary by providing nearly $1 million to help upgrade three of these community centered organizations: Alberta Urban Athletics Association ($35,000), Vivo for Healthier Generations Society (close to $150,000), and Hawkwood Community Association ($771,000).
