Government of Canada fueling community revitalization and creating the conditions for local economies to thrive as they rebound from the effects of COVID-19
February 27, 2022 · Mount Uniacke, Nova Scotia · Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families and communities. Our economic recovery is closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.
Today, Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings-Hants, announced an investment of $127,650 through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) for the Uniacke and District Volunteer Fire Department. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA.
This support will allow the fire department to restore an outdoor rink it operates in the community. The rink will be resurfaced and a ramp installed to make the space fully accessible. The location serves as an important year-round amenity, a training site for the volunteer firefighters and a location to hold the department's primary fundraiser, the Firefighter's Fair.
The CCRF was launched in June 2021. The Fund provides $500 million over two years to Canada's regional development agencies (RDAs) to invest in shared and inclusive public spaces. The Government of Canada remains committed to investing in shared spaces to make them safer, greener and more accessible. This in turn will stimulate local economies, create jobs, and improve the quality of life for Canadians.
