Education
November 29, 2006

The following statement was issued by the Honourable Joan Burke, Minister of Education. It was also read in the House of Assembly:

Official Opening of New Murphy Centre

This morning I had the pleasure of attending the official opening of the new Murphy Centre and seeing first hand the result of a strong community-government partnership and a lot of hard work.

With a $1 million investment from this government, the Murphy Centre will now serve clients from its new location at College of the North Atlantic on Prince Philip Drive.

The Murphy Centre was established in 1986 and is the only learning centre of its kind in Newfoundland and Labrador. It provides academic, career and life skills services to young adults. This includes the High School Credit Program and the Adult Basic Education Program. The services are tailored to the individual and have helped many students achieve academic and career success.

The new location is a modern new facility and is fully accessible. Although the centre is now located at the college, it is still an independent, distinct learning environment.

Countless hours were spent by the volunteer Board of Directors, the administration and the Department of Education to bring this project to fruition. I would like to recognize the contribution of all those involved who have worked diligently to ensure the continued operation of the Murphy Centre.

This government is making unprecedented investments in programs that support our young adults. We have allocated $1.2 million to reach more people who want to take Adult Basic Education, $650,000 to expand the Comprehensive Arts and Science College Transition Program, and an increase of over $150,000 for Adult Literacy Grants.

As a government, it is our responsibility to work with our partners to provide the best learning opportunities possible.

On behalf of this honourable House, I offer congratulations to everyone at the Murphy Centre, and wish them continued success in their new home.

2006 11 29                                                   2:25 p.m.
 


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