News Release For Immediate Release Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan Invest in Municipal Infrastructure January 23, 2015 – Ituna, Saskatchewan – Western Economic Diversification Canada The Town of Ituna will benefit from upgraded water supply infrastructure thanks to joint federal and provincial funding announced today by the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, and Glen Hart, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Last Mountain-Touchwood, on behalf of the Honourable Jim Reiter, Saskatchewan’s Minister of Government Relations. The investment will allow Ituna to build a new well near its water treatment plant, update pumps, and rehabilitate its existing well to provide a reliable supply of clean drinking water. The upgrades will increase the efficiency and reliability of the water treatment plant and distribution system, as well as meet expansion needs in this growing community. The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are each investing $124,000 through the Communities Component of the Building Canada Fund (BCF-CC), with Ituna contributing the remaining balance of the $372,000 project. Quick Facts    Since 2007, more than 150 municipal infrastructure projects have been funded by the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan under BCF-CC, benefitting thousands of Saskatchewan residents and their communities. This project is being funded using savings realized through previous BCF-CC projects coming in under budget, allowing dollars to be recommitted to additional initiatives. The Building Canada Fund is being replaced by the New Building Canada Plan. Quotes “Our Government is committed to helping communities meet their infrastructure needs so that they can continue to grow and thrive. With today’s announcement, we are demonstrating this commitment and helping to create jobs and growth, while improving the reliability of the water system in Ituna.” - The Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification “The Government of Saskatchewan recognizes the importance of investing in infrastructure to maintain Saskatchewan’s growth, as well as contribute to a high quality of life for residents. This project is an example of what can be achieved when the federal, provincial and municipal governments work together.” - The Honourable Jim Reiter, Minister of Government Relations “The Town of Ituna and surrounding rural area is very pleased and grateful for the federal and provincial governments continued financial commitment to rural Saskatchewan infrastructure needs and requirements. This joint funding partnership has provided our residents and businesses confidence and peace of mind in having a safe and dependable water system, not only today, but for many years to come.” - Joe Garchinski, Mayor, Town of Ituna Additional Links    New Building Canada Plan: http://www.infrastructure.gc.ca/plan/plan-eng.html Western Economic Diversification Canada: http://www.wd-deo.gc.ca Saskatchewan Ministry of Government Relations: http://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/government-structure/ministries/governmentrelations - 30 - Contacts Joanne Mysak Manager, Communications Western Economic Diversification Canada Telephone: 306-975-5942 Email: [email protected] Sarah Still Saskatchewan Ministry of Government Relations Telephone: 306-787-2687 Email: [email protected] Joe Garchinski Mayor Town of Ituna Telephone: 306-795-3392 Email: [email protected] WD Toll-Free Number: 1-888-338-WEST (9378) Teletypewriter (TTY): 1-877-303-3388 Website: WD is online at www.wd-deo.gc.ca. Subscribe to news releases and keep up-to-date on the latest from WD. Follow us on Twitter at @WD_Canada. The West Means Business. IF THERE IS A DISCREPANCY BETWEEN ANY PRINTED VERSION AND THE ELECTRONIC VERSION OF THIS NEWS RELEASE, THE ELECTRONIC VERSION WILL PREVAIL. 2