Recreational Opportunities for Families and Communities Strengthened Through Investments

Funding Granted to St. Kevin’s High School for Green Space Development

St. Kevin’s High School has received $15,000 through the Community Capital Grants Program to assist with the costs associated with developing a new green space for recreational programming and physical activity for the coming year.

“Creating new areas for physical activity provides more opportunities for residents of all ages, particularly children and youth, to enjoy outdoor activities in a safe and welcoming environment. The $15,000 grant will assist with the purchase of fencing, seeding and landscaping costs of the new green space area that will be a benefit to all users.”
- The Honourable Terry French, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation

St. Kevin’s High School 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.

“Several years ago, St. Kevin’s High School lost its green space when the land it was on was sold for development. With this provincial grant of $15,000, a new green space will be completed and ready next year for the students and the community to use for their recreational needs."
- John Dinn, MHA for Kilbride

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

• St. Kevin’s School has received $15,000 through the Provincial Government’s Community Capital Grants Program to develop a new green space.
• 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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