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Government of Canada Invests in Esketemc First Nation’s Recreational Infrastructure

March 09, 2010
Williams Lake, British Columbia

The Esketemc First Nation is moving forward with facility upgrades thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

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Government of Canada Invest Over $15.8 million in Saskatchewan’s Recreational Infrastructure

March 09, 2010
Regina, Saskatchewan

Western Economic Diversification Canada to announce that funds under the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) Program are fully approved for projects in communities across the province.

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Government of Canada Invests in the Village of Radium Hot Spring’s Recreational Infrastructure

March 08, 2010
Radium Hot Springs, British Columbia

The Village of Radium Hot Springs is moving forward with plans to rehabilitate and expand Ball Diamond Park thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

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Government of Canada Announces Investment in new Ile des Chênes Community Centre

March 05, 2010
Ile des Chênes, Manitoba

The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced Government of Canada support to help the Rural Municipality of Ritchot strengthen economic opportunities in Ile des Chênes.

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Governments Invest in Winnipeg’s Recreational Infrastructure

March 05, 2010
Winnipeg, Manitoba

Linden Woods is moving forward with upgrades to the Linden Woods Community Centre thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

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Government Investment to Create Jobs and Boost Tourist in the Grande Prairie Region

March 02, 2010
Grande Prairie, Alberta

Chris Warkentin, Member of Parliament for Peace River, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced Government of Canada support to help strengthen economic opportunities and boost tourism in the County of Grande Prairie.

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Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan Announce Investment to Help Create Jobs and Build Student Housing in Meadow Lake

March 01, 2010
Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan

Rob Clarke, Member of Parliament for Desnethé—Missinippi—Churchill River on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification; Jeremy Harrison, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Member of the Legislative Assembly for Meadow Lake, on behalf of the Honourable Donna Harpauer, Minister of Social Services, and the Honourable Ken Cheveldayoff, Minister of  Enterprise, announced federal and provincial funding to help North West Regional College strengthen economic opportunities in Meadow Lake.

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Study Estimates Cost of Entertainment Facility at $386.2 Million

March 01, 2010
Regina, Saskatchewan

According to a study released today, the cost estimate for the multi-purpose entertainment facility is $386.2 million, including construction, land, consultants' fees and ancillary items; plus furniture, fixtures and equipment. There are some extras or additional costs that could be considered, including a fully retractable roof ($45 million).

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Fish Creek Recreation Complex Receives Federal Support

February 26, 2010
Calgary, Alberta

The South Fish Creek Recreation Association is moving forward with the expansion of the Fish Creek Recreation Complex thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

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Mannville Recreation Centre to be Enhanced with Federal Funding

February 26, 2010
Mannville, Alberta

The Mannville & District Agricultural Society is moving forward with renovations and upgrades to the hockey arena in the Mannville Recreation Centre thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

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Government of Canada Investments to Help Create Jobs in Rossland

February 25, 2010
Rossland, British Columbia

Jim Abbott, Parliamentary Secretary for the Minister of International Cooperation and Member of Parliament for Kootenay-Columbia, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced Government of Canada support to help two organizations, Red Resort Limited Partnership and the City of Rossland, strengthen local economic opportunities.

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Government of Canada Investment to Help Create Jobs in Warren

February 24, 2010
Warren, Manitoba

James Bezan, Member of Parliament for Selkirk - Interlake, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced Government of Canada support to help the Rural Municipality of Woodlands Community Development Corporation strengthen economic opportunities in Warren, Manitoba.

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Government of Canada Invests in Sparwood’s Recreational Infrastructure

February 24, 2010
Sparwood, British Columbia

The District of Sparwood is renovating the Sparwood Leisure Centre, thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

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Minister of State Lynne Yelich Takes Part in Saskatchewan Day Celebrations at the 2010 Winter Games

February 23, 2010
Vancouver, British Columbia
Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification addresses participants of the 2010 Investment Partnership Program.

Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification addresses participants of the 2010 Investment Partnership Program.

The Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification is in Vancouver today to share what makes Canada one of the best places in the world to invest, innovate, work and compete.

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Government of Canada Invests in the Construction Sector in Davidson

February 19, 2010
Davidson, Saskatchewan

Tom Lukiwiski, MP for Regina-Lumsden-Lake Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced additional federal support to assist in expanding the community camping facilities in Davidson.

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Government of Canada Invests in the District of West Kelowna’s Recreational Infrastructure

February 19, 2010
West Kelowna, British Columbia

The District of West Kelowna will soon see a new walking and cycling trail in the area thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

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Minister of State Yelich Represents Canada at the Inauguration of Croatian President

February 18, 2010
Zagreb, Croatia

The Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, was in Zagreb today representing Canada at the inauguration of Ivo Josipovic, who was elected as Croatia’s third President since 1990.

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Government of Canada Invests in East Kootenay’s Recreational Infrastructure

February 18, 2010
Invermere, British Columbia

The Regional District of East Kootenay is moving forward with arena improvements thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

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Government of Canada Invests in Invermere’s Recreational Infrastructure

February 18, 2010
Invermere, British Columbia

The District of Invermere is moving forward with trail and park improvements, thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

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Government of Canada Makes Additional Investment in Grand Coulee’s Recreational Infrastructure

February 18, 2010
Grand Coulee, Saskatchewan

Grand Coulee is receiving additional funding towards replacing the Village’s community recreation centre and curling rink thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

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