Winnipeg to spend $1.25 million for renovations to 19 community centres – Winnipeg | 24CA News
Winnipeg is spending $1.25 million by way of a renovations grant program to renovate 19 neighborhood centres within the metropolis.
“This program is a crucial investment in our community centres, ensuring they have the necessary resources to undertake repairs, upgrades and safety improvements that enhance the overall experience for visitors,” mentioned Mayor Scott Gillingham in a press launch.
“Thank you to the dedicated board members and staff who manage and operate our community centres. Their hard work and commitment to serving our communities is instrumental in creating welcoming and accessible spaces for residents of all ages.”
The neighborhood centres receiving a makeover as a part of the $1,259,466 expenditure embody:
- Bord-Aire
- Champlain
- Deer Lodge
- East Elmwood
- Gateway
- Glenwood
- Morse Place
- North Kildonan
- Northwood
- Norwood
- Park City West
- Robert A. Steen
- Southdale
- Sturgeon Heights
- Tyndall Park
- Valley Gardens
- Vince Leah
- Whyte Ridge
- Wildwood
“Community centers are the hub of our communities,” mentioned Coun.r John Orlikow, chairperson of the Standing Policy Committee on Community Services.
“They provide local programs that allow families to participate in sports and activities, and link neighbours together through shared experiences. These funds recognize this and provide support to the amazing volunteers that run our community centres.”
The program has two consumption durations annually: a spring consumption in March and a fall consumption in October. Since this system’s inception in 2012, the City has invested greater than $15.7 million in direction of neighborhood centre renovations throughout Winnipeg.
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