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SHERBROOKE, QC, May 20, 2022
CED grants $228,344 to upgrade community kitchens and building in Sherbrooke.
SHERBROOKE, QC, May 20, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Shared public spaces are at the heart of communities across Canada. They draw in residents and visitors alike, supporting local businesses and jobs. In so many places across the country, these spaces have seen a significant reduction in use as Canadians took precautions to stay safe from COVID-19.
Today, Élisabeth Brière, Member of Parliament for Sherbrooke and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, on behalf of the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Member of Parliament for Brome–Missisquoi, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED, announced a total of $228,344 in investments through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) for two projects in the Sherbrooke region.
Details on the financial assistance are as follows:
The Government of Canada recognizes that community spaces promote social interaction and physical activity. By providing better access to recreational programs and facilities, we are contributing to the well-being of communities, families, and individuals across the country. Our economic recovery is closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.
"I am delighted that our government is supporting the Cuisine collective le Blé d'Or and the Corporation de développement communautaire de Sherbrooke by investing in their community spaces. These kinds of facilities are essential in growing the region's economic potential and bringing prosperity to the community. Bravo on these exciting projects boosting Sherbrooke's development!"
Élisabeth Brière, Member of Parliament for Sherbrooke and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health
"The renovations to Cuisine collective le Blé d'Or's community kitchens and the Corporation de développement communautaire de Sherbrooke's community building represent excellent news for the Sherbrooke community. Through these projects, they will be able to upgrade their facilities and improve community spaces accessible to organizations and citizens. Residents will also benefit from the activities and culinary workshops available to them to improve their health and quality of life. This assistance attests to our government's commitment to support development in communities of every size in order to enhance well-being across all regions."
The Honourable Pascale St‑Onge, Member of Parliament for Brome–Missisquoi, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED
"We are delighted with this financial assistance from CED, which will benefit not only the 15 organizations renting space, but also the community as it calls on their services."
Claudelle Cyr, Director, Corporation de développement communautaire de Sherbrooke
"The Board of Directors and members of the Cuisine collective le Blé d'Or are truly delighted to be able to count on this contribution from CED to renovate our facilities."
Solange Rodrigue, Director General, Cuisine collective le Blé d'Or
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SOURCE Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
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