A joint investment of approximately $690,000 by the Provincial Government and the Town of Grand Bank will support the development of a warming centre under the Municipal Capital Works Program.
The project involves upgrades to the Salvation Army Church so it can serve as a warming centre for the residents of Grand Bank and surrounding communities, thereby providing an important service for the community when needed. The upgrades include the installation of a back-up generator, installation of interior and exterior ramps, and bathroom upgrades.
The Municipal Capital Works program fosters the development of cost-shared projects for many types of municipal infrastructure. Typical projects include water and wastewater treatment, seawalls, roads, recreational facilities, town halls and fire halls. Funding is cost-shared between provincial and municipal governments and is available to municipalities, local service districts and Inuit Community Governments. More information on initiatives to facilitate and build on municipal capital works throughout the province can be found here.
Budget 2024 includes more than $172 million for community infrastructure projects being completed under the Municipal Capital Works Program and the now-concluded Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program.
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“Capital works encompasses a wide range of municipal infrastructure projects and allows towns like Grand Bank to deliver much needed municipal services and meet their infrastructure needs. This funding will allow for the creation of an emergency warming centre for the residents of Grand Bank and neighbouring communities, providing an important function when required by the residents of the area.”
Honourable John G. Abbott
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure
“I’m delighted to see this investment being made in the community of Grand Bank which will have a tremendous impact on the entire region. Having a safe, reliable and functioning warming centre is essential and provides an invaluable service to the area. I would like to thank Minister Abbott and the Town of Grand Bank for their collaborative work in making this a reality.”
Honourable Paul Pike
MHA for Burin-Grand Bank
“The Town of Grand Bank is proud to partner with the Provincial Government and the Salvation Army to provide the residents of Grand Bank and surrounding communities with a fully equipped and fully accessible centre that will be made available to all citizens in the event of an emergency situation in the town, or nearby towns. This funding is a major positive step forward in protecting and providing for all residents in a time of need.”
His Worship Rex C. Matthews
Mayor of Grand Bank
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