Government support for renovations of two Adams Lake Indian Band community buildings was awarded April 5 by Okanagan-Shuswap MPColin Mayes from the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund.
Mayes, who made the announcment on behalf of Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, expressed his approval of the improvements now set to occur.
“I am proud to see the Adams Lake Indian Band benefit from the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund,” said Mayes. “This investment will help create economic growth and will support the prosperity of the community for years to come.”
The federal government’s investment of $11,650 will upgrade the band’s administration building and community resource centre with stained siding and a new roof. The facilities are located in the heart of the community and the renovations will allow the band to continue providing important resources for elders, youth and other band members.
“Adams Lake Indian Band is grateful for this contribution from the Government of Canada, as well as for their continued support,” said Chief Nelson Leon. “Projects like this help build pride in our accomplishments, and ensure infrastructure facilities are available and accessible to our people.”
In Economic Action Plan 2012, the government announced further support to help communities across the country modernize their infrastructure. The government committed $150 million over two years for the fund. The fund supports projects that look to improve existing community infrastructure accessible for use by the public, such as community centres, recreational buildings, local arenas and other community facilities.
