January 26, 2012

Community centres funded by Building Canada plan open in Fort Resolution, Northwest Territories

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The Town of Fort Resolution officially opened two community buildings recently.

A new Youth Centre Complex offers activities ranging from cultural and traditional games to computer classes, and includes space for recreational activities such as billiards. The total eligible cost was $1.4 million. Federal funding was provided through the Provincial-Territorial Base Fund, which is part of the Building Canada plan.

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Canada is providing the Northwest Territories a total of $185.8 million under the Provincial-Territorial Base Fund.  This funding has been fully committed toward 63 priority infrastructure initiatives worth over $310 million.

The retrofitting of Antoine Beaulieu Hall, which included electrical and mechanical upgrades, has opened more space to accommodate large groups and community events. It received investments of $250,000 from the federal government. The Hamlet of Fort Resolution matched federal contributions with community public infrastructure funding provided by the territory.

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