SAINT-QUENTIN (GNB) - A major repair and updating of Théâtre Montcalm in Saint-Quentin will be undertaken thanks to funding from the provincial and federal governments.
“Your government understands what matters most to New Brunswickers,” said Restigouche West MLA Gilles LePage. “We are working hard on these priorities and with your support we are seeing positive change and getting things done. Our investment in the Théâtre Montcalm project demonstrates our commitment to getting things done by creating economic opportunities through shaping the future of this recreational and cultural facility.”
LePage attended the event for Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour Minister Donald Arseneault, who is also minister responsible for the Regional Development Corporation.
“The Government of Canada recognizes the importance of safe, quality, reliable recreational and community infrastructure to the health and vitality of our citizens and communities, said Madawaska-Restigouche MP René Arseneault. “The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program is providing towns, cities and organizations right across this great country with an opportunity to upgrade and enhance community spaces while paying tribute to our nation’s special anniversary. This year, let’s honour Canada as we come together to play, create and celebrate.”
Arseneault attended for Innovation, Science and Economic Development Minister Navdeep Bains, who is also minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), and for Canadian Heritage Minister Mélanie Joly.
Théâtre Montcalm is used in the area for recreational and cultural activities, and serves as a meeting place for residents. The project will involve a number of upgrades such as bringing the facility up to current building code standards.
The provincial government is investing $500,000 through the Regional Development Corporation. The federal government, through ACOA, is contributing $400,200 under the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program for the building upgrades, while the Department of Canadian Heritage provided $249,000 for the project through the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund.
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