Investment in Recreation Strengthens Families and Communities

Town of Grand Falls-Windsor Receives $15,000 Recreation Grant

The Town of Grand Falls-Windsor has received a $15,000 grant provided by the Provincial Government’s Community Capital Grant Program to purchase new recreational equipment.

“This $15,000 will be used towards the purchase of new soccer nets, fencing and batting aids. With the purchase of this new equipment, the town will be able to offer residents of all ages increased opportunities to become physically active. This government is committed to increasing physical activity for all citizens; therefore we are delighted to see how this program continues to support communities annually.”
- The Honourable Terry French, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation

The Town of Grand Falls-Windsor is among the many community-based organizations, municipalities, schools, and recreation commissions that have received funding to upgrade their recreation and sport infrastructure through these latest capital grant program investments.

“This funding will ensure the residents of Grand Falls-Windsor continue to have access to exceptional sport and recreation opportunities. I am very pleased with our government’s continued commitment to supporting healthy lifestyles through physical activity.”
- The Honourable Susan Sullivan, Minister of Health and Community Services and MHA for Grand Falls-Windsor-Buchans.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is committed to supporting important social programs, strong communities and the health and well-being of children, families and seniors.

QUICK FACTS

• The Town of Grand Falls-Windsor has received $15,000 through the Provincial Government’s Community Capital Grants Program to purchase new soccer nets, fencing and batting aids.
• Since 2004, more than $13.6 million has supported an average of 71 communities annually through the Capital Grants Program designed to assist with upgrades to recreation and sport infrastructure, as well as equipment purchases for recreational programming.
• Since the launch of Active, Healthy Newfoundland and Labrador: A Recreation and Sport Strategy for Newfoundland and Labrador, approximately $172 million has been committed to recreational and sport infrastructure, programming, and athlete development throughout the province.

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