Press Release: Harper Government Invests in Improvements to Kindersley’s Community Infrastructure

 KINDERSLEY, Saskatchewan – Today, the Honourable Gerry Ritz, Minister of Agriculture and Member of Parliament for Battlefords—Lloydminster, on behalf of the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support for upgrades completed in Kindersley’s West Central Events Centre under the Harper Government’s Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF).

“I am proud to see Kindersley benefit from our Government’s investments in community infrastructure,” said Minister Ritz. “Our support for this project helps create jobs and economic growth while improving the community’s local arena.”

The Harper Government’s investment of $78,225 enhanced the services provided by the West Central Events Centre and created jobs. Upgrades included replacing the existing arena boards with more flexible ones, increasing safety for players.

“Kindersley appreciates the ongoing contributions made under CIIF to the well-being of our residents and our neighbours in west central Saskatchewan as we grow,” said Mayor John Enns-Wind. “The boards have contributed to the safe enjoyment of a variety of activities in our arena by people of all ages."

In Economic Action Plan 2012, the Harper Government announced further support to help communities across the country modernize their infrastructure. Our Government committed $150 million over two years for the Fund. The Fund supports projects that look to improve existing community infrastructure accessible for use by the public, such as community centres, recreational buildings, local arenas, cultural and other community facilities.

Since 2006, the Harper Government, through WD, has invested in job-creating small- and medium-sized businesses, aerospace, marine and defence industries, and supported innovative entrepreneurs in pursuing emerging markets. By continuing to promote new economic opportunities, WD is helping to create jobs, economic growth, and long-term prosperity.