Investments in Saskatchewan’s infrastructure during this extraordinary time are providing an opportunity to make several communities more sustainable and resilient, with the announcement of more than $33 million in joint funding for 26 projects.
“The Government of Canada is taking decisive actions to help create jobs and support our economy,” said Jim Carr, Special Representative for the Prairies, on behalf of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Communities.
“These projects in Saskatchewan will provide better access to community amenities such as playgrounds and swimming pools, update sewage systems and provide reliable, efficient water services.”
Key projects include the following:
- Bridge repair: The Rural Municipality of Porcupine No. 395 and the Rural Municipality of Preeceville No. 334 will see the replacement of rural bridges to strengthen the ability to move goods and services on the local transportation network.
- Water upgrades: Important upgrades to water and wastewater systems in the Town of Hudson Bay and the Village of Edenwold will help protect the health of residents and the environment.
- New recreation: A new park and community garden in the Village of Craven. This project – along with improvements to arenas, pools, playgrounds, and community centres across Saskatchewan – will provide residents with access to programs and services, and promote a healthy lifestyle.
Providing communities with reliable and sustainable infrastructure is a shared priority for both governments. To that end, the Government of Canada is investing more than $21 million in these projects through the Investing in Canada plan. The Government of Saskatchewan is contributing over $12 million. Contributions by recipients toward their respective projects are more than $12 million. In total, this represents a combined infrastructure investment of more than $46 million.
“Our provincial government is proud to play a role in these infrastructure initiatives by investing more than $12 million that will help them move from the drawing board to reality. These projects improve the rural transportation system, water and recreation facilities, create jobs, improve quality of life and strengthen Saskatchewan,” said Don McMorris, Saskatchewan’s Minister of Government Relations.
Overview of recreation projects:
| Location | Project Name | Project Details | Federal Funding | Provincial Funding | Municipal / Other Funding |
| Big River First Nation | Big River First Nation Arena Build Project | Construction of a new arena and associated amenities connected to a high school. | $7,101,750 | n/a | $2,367,250 |
| City of Flin Flon | City of Flin Flon Safe Playground Upgrade | Various upgrades to the area and replacement of the playground equipment and rehabilitation of the outdoor rink. | $31,720 | $26,431 | $21,149 |
| City of Weyburn | Weyburn Recreation and Cultural Centre Facility Out of Contract Amenities | Construction of new amenities related to hockey, soccer and other recreational activities. | $500,712 | $417,218 | $333,850 |
| Northern Village of Denare Beach | Northern Village of Denare Beach Community Hockey Bunk Revitalization Project | Expansion of the outdoor ice surface to create a skating ring around the main skating surface that will allow for both hockey and skating simultaneously. | $31,000 | $25,831 | $20,669 |
| Town of Ogema | Ogema Regional Park Authority Swimming Pool Rebuild | Replacement of the existing outdoor swimming pool. | $330,760 | $275,606 | $220,534 |
| Resort Village of Big Shell | Resort Village of Big Shell Recreation Committee Playground Project | Construction of a playground near the beach. | $24,800 | $20,665 | $16,535 |
| Town of Assiniboia | Town of Assiniboia and District Recreation Complex | Replacement of the
existing ice arena built in 1956 with a new multi-use facility. It will include a teen centre, full-size rink, walking track, multi-use sport and recreation room, a canteen, dressing rooms and a Lakota First Nation Education and Interpretive Centre. |
$6,293,010 | $5,243,651 | $4,195,865 |
| Town of Delisle | Town of Delisle Splash Park | Creation of a splash park and green space facility.
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$123,930 | $103,265 | $82,631 |
| Town of Duck Lake | Town of Duck Lake Belladrome Upgrade | Roof replacement, kitchen area upgrades, installation of weeping tiles, and addition of wheelchair accessible bathrooms. | $101,824 | $84,845 | $67,891 |
| Town of Eston | Town of Eston Lions Pool Upgrades | Upgrades to the existing facility, including change rooms, washrooms, pool flooring and associated works. | $23,700 | $19,748 | $15,802 |
| Town of Hague | Town of Hague Arena Floor Upgrades | Install a concrete floor and associated floor heating/cooling systems for the existing ice surface. | $486,000 | $404,960 | $324,040 |
| Town of Hudson Bay | Town of Hudson Bay Aquatic (Pool) Renewal / Replacement | Renewal of the existing pool, which is at end of its life cycle, along with associated works.
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$639,120 | $532,547 | $426,133 |
| Town of Lanigan | Town of Lanigan and District Water Park Project | Replacement of the existing community pool with a new waterpark facility. It will include a swimming pool, splash park and other amenities. | $1,111,700 | $926,324 | $741,226 |
| Town of Rosthern | Town of Rosthern Jubilee Sports Centre Arena Revitalization | Upgrades to the arena
floor and roof to ensure facility longevity.
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$593,170 | $494,259 | $395,496 |
| Village of Abbey | Village of Abbey Playground Revitalization | Revitalizing the playground at the Abbey Business
and Community Centre. |
$40,160 | $33,463 | $26,777 |
| Village of Canwood | Village of Canwood Curling Rink Re-Build | Rebuild the shelter over the 3 sheets of curling ice and attach the new structure to the viewing area. | $180,000 | $149,985 | $120,015 |
| Village of Craven | Village of Craven Park and Community Garden | Create a new park and community garden complete with a play structure, a full size basketball court, half soccer field, and a community garden with a small orchard. | $42,380 | $34,964 | $28,606 |
| Village of Muenster | Muenster Community Center Board Wheelchair Accessibility Project | Renovate the entrance by removing walls and installing two new sets of doors, replacing handrails, installing a ramp and a wheelchair elevator. | $39,280 | $32,730 | $26,190 |
| Village of Odessa | Village of Odessa Community Hall | Replacement of the existing hall with a new facility capable of supporting local and area events. | $246,016 | $204,993 | $164,031 |
| Village of Rama | Village of Rama A New Way to Play | Installation of an accessible play structure, accessible picnic tables, and an accessible swing set and bench. | $24,600 | $20,498 | $16,402 |
| Whitesand Regional Park | Whitesand Regional Park Kitchen / Canteen Upgrade | Renovations to the kitchen / canteen area at the Whitesand Regional Park. | $13,200 | $10,999 | $8,801 |
| Total federal, provincial and municipal / other funding | $17,978,832 | $9,062,982 | $9,619,893 | ||
Water and waste water management projects funded under the Green Infrastructure Stream
| Location | Project Name | Project Details | Federal Funding | Provincial Funding | Municipal / Other Funding |
| Duck Mountain Provincial Park | Duck Mountain Provincial Park Waste Water Treatment Upgrades | Improvements to the existing sewage lagoons and associated works. | $530,000 | $530,000 | n/a |
| Town of Hudson Bay | Town of Hudson Bay – Sewage Lift Station No. 1 and Force Main Upgrade | Replacement of the main sewage pumping station and sewer force main connecting the lift station to the town’s sewage lagoon. | $1,436,000 | $1,196,547 | $957,453 |
| Village of Edenwold | SaskWater – Edenwold – Village of Edenwold Potable Water Supply Pipeline Project | Expansion of the existing regional drinking water system. | $966,320 | $805,186 | $644,294 |
| Total federal, provincial and municipal / other funding | $2,932,320 | $2,531,733 | $1,601,747 | ||
Bridge improvement projects funded under the Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure Stream
| Location | Project Name | Project Details | Federal Funding | Provincial Funding | Municipal / Other Funding |
| Rural Municipality of Porcupine No. 395 | Farley Bridge Replacement | Replace the existing bridge with a new precast concrete and steel bridge. Work includes dismantling and disposal of the existing structure, the installation of a new steel/concrete structure, and construction of the bridge approaches. | $166,650 | $333,350 | $1,100,000 |
| Rural Municipality of Preeceville No. 334 | Hinchliffe Bridge Replacement | Replace the existing bridge with a new precast concrete and steel bridge. | $166,650 | $333,350 | $450,000* |
| Total federal, provincial and municipal / other funding | $333,300 | $666,700 | $1,550,000 | ||
* The Rural Municipality of Preeceville No. 334 Hinchliffe Bridge Replacement project is partially financed under the federal Gas Tax Fund.
