The Government of Alberta is investing $14 million into 20 sport and recreation projects across the province.
The government has allocated the funding through its Active Communities Initiative, its first grant program dedicated to sport and recreation infrastructure.
“I am proud to support active and healthy lifestyles for Albertan families through the Active Communities Initiative. These investments will enhance recreation opportunities and create lasting benefits for athletes of all ages across the province,” said Boitchenko.
Government officials estimate the 20 projects should stimulate more than $46 million in economic activity across the province.
Following today’s announcement, the following communities are expected to receive funding:
- Soccer Club Central Alberta: $1.5 million
- Brooks: $1.5 million
- Chiniki First Nation: $1.5 million
- Chestermere: $1.5 million
- Drayton Valley: $1.5 million
- Edmonton: $790,000
- Pincher Creek: $750,000
- Calgary: $750,000
- Warburg: $700,375
- Innisfail: $634,470
- Neerlandia: $500,000
- Red Deer: $499,802
- Meadowlark Park (Calgary): $494,000
- Elizabeth Métis Settlement: $438,750
- Taber: $348,469
- Goldeye Lake: $267,723
- St. Paul: $160,000
- Tawatinaw: $65,000
- Westridge: $60,953
- Delburne: $50,864
You can watch the full announcement below.
