Town of Oliver receives funding to develop multi-purpose public plaza in downtown core
Summary
Upgrading exisiting community infrastructure and building new public assets will help Canadian cities and towns provide better access to recreational programs and facilities while boosting their economic vitality.Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), announced an investment of $599,925 through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) for the Town of Oliver.This support will allow the Town of Oliver to develop the Station Street Plaza, a multi-purpose outdoor space next to the Okanagan River which will serve as a downtown community events hub. The Fund provides $500 million over two years to Canadas regional development agencies to invest in shared and inclusive public spaces. As public health restrictions ease, the Government of Canada remains committed to investing in shared spaces to make them safer, greener and more accessible. "By investing in shared public spaces like the new Station Street Plaza in downtown Oliver, the Government of Canada is helping British Columbians reconnect with their neighbours, welcome back visitors, and build strong communities for the future." Priority may be given to projects that encourage the participation of underrepresented groups and take into consideration the unique challenges of rural and remote communities.For further information: Contacts: Haley Hodgson, Press Secretary, Office of the Minister of Economic Development, [email protected]; Jillian Glover Communications Manager, Pacific Economic Development Canada, [email protected]