June 17, 2008
HALIBURTON COUNTY - Local MP Barry Devolin, on behalf of the Honourable Josée Verner, Minister of Canadian Heritage, Status of Women and Official Languages, is pleased to announce a total of $3700 for two separate Celebrate Canada projects in Haliburton County.
The Township of Minden Hills will receive $3000 while the West
Guilford Community Centre will get $700 to help cover the costs of
their Canada Day celebrations.
Both events plan such things as children’s activities, live
entertainment and fireworks.
“Celebrate Canada activities have become a tradition offering Canadians the opportunity to share their pride in their country,” said Devolin. “The success of these events is due, in great part, to the volunteer members who work tirelessly to ensure each Canadian has an opportunity to enjoy local celebrations.”
“I’d like to thank Rick Cox, Laura Cunliffe and all the staff at the Township of Minden Hills as well as Linda Morrison of the West Guilford Community Centre for their hard work and their successful applications for funding,” stated Devolin. “Having the opportunity to thank people for their hard work and commitment to making our communities better is one of the most rewarding things that I do as your MP.”
“Canada Day is an opportunity to gather in our communities, from coast to coast to coast, and to proudly celebrate all we have in common,” said Devolin.
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For more information contact:
Barry Devolin, MP
(705) 324-2400 or (866) 688-9881