FedNor Investment Strengthens Timmins Region
TIMMINS, Ontario, July 30, 2009 — Today, Greg Rickford, the Member of Parliament for Kenora, on behalf of the Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for FedNor, announced a Government of Canada investment of $1.73 million through FedNor’s Northern Ontario Development Program. The funding will support seven projects in community economic development, information and communications technology (ICT) and youth internship in the Timmins region (see attached information sheet).“This announcement will give communities in the region the tools they need to prosper,” said Minister Clement. “Our government is committed to creating the right conditions for Northern Ontario residents and businesses to thrive.”
“With this FedNor funding, our Government is enabling local and regional stakeholders to capitalize on economic development opportunities, enhance skills and training, expand broadband technology and provide our young people with crucial on-the-job experience here in the North,” added MP Rickford.
The FedNor-funded projects announced today, complement new measures in Canada’s Economic Action Plan. New initiatives, such as the Community Adjustment Fund and Infrastructure Stimulus Fund, are important tools in the Government of Canada’s strategy to revitalize the economy of Northern Ontario. These initiatives are helping communities overcome the challenges brought on by the global economic downturn, while building for future growth and prosperity.
“We are pleased with the confidence FedNor is showing in our region through its financial support for these initiatives,” said Tom Laughren, Mayor of Timmins. “By building on our strengths and developing local capacity, we are helping create a brighter future for our residents.”
By supporting the people, communities and business through its programs and services, FedNor is opening doors and building futures for a prosperous Northern Ontario.
To find out more about FedNor, visit us at: http://ic.gc.ca/fednor
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For more information, please contact:
Laryssa Waler
A/Press Secretary
Office of the Honourable Tony Clement
613-995-9001
Kim Fewchuk
Communications Officer
FedNor
705-941-2105 or 1-877-333-6673
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