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November 2, 2009
Municipal infrastructure
Alberta recreational facilities get federal funding
The federal government is funding eight projects that will strengthen recreational infrastructure in Southern Alberta communities.
Under the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, seven municipalities across Alberta will receive a total of $1.5 million in federal funding. At the Plainsmen Arena in the City of Airdrie, the funding will be used to rebuild the floor below the rink, upgrade the refrigeration system, expand the dressing rooms and renovate the lobby area.
The Town of Olds’ Sportsplex facility is also receiving support for upgrades that include the installation of energy efficient windows to reduce operating costs, improvements to the dressing rooms, and replacement of arena boards.
The Eau Claire YMCA in Calgary is renovating its locker rooms and installing new lighting and flow restrictors on showers to improve energy-efficiency.
Additional project highlights include funding to enable the Red Deer Tennis Club to install an inflatable tennis dome that will allow for full, year-round tennis play.
The Three Hills Aquatics Centre is enhancing its facility with an outdoor splash park and indoor climbing wall, while upgrades to the community’s recreational trail system will make the trail more accessible for residents. The Town of Vauxhall and Village of Veteran are receiving funding towards upgrading the Vauxhall Recreation Centre and Veteran Arena.
JOC News Service
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