Winnipeg Free Press
Federal money set up to support community after rail line washout laid important groundwork, mayor says
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Mike Spence, mayor of Churchill, says the Churchill and Region Economic Development Fund did an ‘excellent job of laying the groundwork for a very successful future,’ for the community.
The last of the $7.3-million federal government fund set up to support the town of Churchill after it lost rail service for a year and a half has now been disbursed.
The last of the $7.3-million federal government fund set up to support the town of Churchill after it lost rail service for a year and a half has now been disbursed.
Quotes Strong regional economies are essential for Canada s success and sustainability. The CRED fund is a valued tool in the effort to drive economic growth. Thank you to all involved in delivering the CRED fund – your work paves the way for long-term economic success of Churchill and the surrounding area.
– The Honourable Mélanie Joly, MP for Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages, and Minister responsible for Western Economic Diversification Canada The Government of Canada is committed to supporting the economic stability of northern Manitoba. This funding is a positive step to diversifying and sustaining the economy. It shows that CRED is making a difference in helping these resilient business owners, community leaders, and families grow our economy.