LANGLEY, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov 17, 2012) - Today, Mark Warawa, Member of Parliament for Langley, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced federal funding for McLeod Athletic Park under the Harper Government''s Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF).
"I am proud to see Langley benefit from the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund," said MP Warawa. "This investment will help create jobs and growth, and will support the prosperity of Langley. McLeod Park is an incredible facility for the people of Langley and enables us, as a community, to host more sporting events, and promote the sports tourism industry in Langley for years to come."
Funding of $250,000 will help the Township of Langley upgrade McLeod Athletic Park, creating jobs and economic growth in the community. Changes will include leveling an existing field, upgrading its drainage, and installing new synthetic turf - providing users with year-round outdoor recreation options.
"McLeod Athletic Park is one of the exceptional athletic facilities that have helped Langley Township gain a reputation for being an outstanding sport tourism destination," said Township of Langley Mayor Jack Froese. "We truly appreciate this Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund support, which will further enhance this park for use by community groups and in hosting high-calibre sporting events."
CIIF supports, on a cost-shared basis, repairs and improvements to existing community infrastructure accessible to the public. Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD) is delivering the Fund in Western Canada with an allocation of $46.2 million over two years.
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.
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Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund
Through the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF), the Harper Government has committed to supporting communities and creating jobs through repairs and improvements to existing community facilities over the next two years. The Fund is being delivered by the regional development agencies across Canada. In Western Canada, Western Economic Diversification is delivering over $46 million towards eligible projects.