Government of Canada invests $666K to enhance community infrastructure in Brampton North at Heart Lake Conservation

FedDev Ontario supports the Toronto & Region Conservation Authority to fuel community revitalization and create conditions for local economies to rebound.

The Voice of Canada News:

Community infrastructure is at the heart of local communities, bringing together residents and visitors alike, while supporting local businesses, jobs and economies.

On behalf of the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), Ruby Sahota, Member of Parliament for Brampton North announced an investment of $666,825to enhance the Brampton region under the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) at Heartlake Conservation Park, alongside John MacKenzie, Chief Executive Officer, TRCA and Mike Stiell, Marketing Director, TreeTop Trekking With this investment, recipients will enhance community infrastructure to support local economic growth and quality of life for residents and visitors of Brampton North.

This support will improve park amenities at Heart Lake Conservation Park (HLCP) in Brampton North. Project activities will support upgrades to one washroom, swimming pool deck, three trail wayfinding kiosks, access roads, parking lots and add fifty new accessible picnic tables for public use. In addition, TRCA will install two culverts to promote better water flow and a new set of pedestrian access gates which will enhance outdoor & green spaces and increase the accessibility of community spaces.

Quotes

“It is critical that we as a government invest in the necessary infrastructure to support the mental and physical health of all in our communities. This investment promotes social interaction, boosts local economies and creates jobs. Programs like the Canada Community Revitaltization Fund will bring people together while improving their quality of life.”-The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario

“We know that communities flourish when they have the infrastructure to promote social interaction and physical activity. Community infrastructure makes our lives better and makes our communities stronger, and invests like this are key to promoting that. Heartlake Park has acted as a pillar for our community here in Brampton North since it’s official opening 13 years ago. Since then it has become a centre for residents, friends and families in our community. This investment will strengthen our community socially and improve the recreational experiences of residents, promoting their well-being, while at the same time supporting local economic growth.–Ruby Sahota, Member of Parliament for Brampton North

“TRCA’s parks and education centres are important spaces for the communities we serve. This includes Heart Lake Conservation Park, which has been a source of recreation and fun for local residents across TRCA’s jurisdiction. We are grateful to the Government of Canada for supporting our efforts to enhance Heart Lake. These investments will improve accessibility and visitor experiences so that this valuable greenspace can continue to thrive for decades to come.” – John MacKenzie, Chief Executive Officer, TRCA

Quick Facts

• The TRCA will be receiving $666,925 in funding toward Heart Lake Conservation Park located in Brampton North.
• Heartlake Conservation Park was officially opened in 2013, and since has become a community hub for recreation, green spaces, physical activities and an employer through the Canada Summer Jobs program.
• With a national investment of $500 million over two years, the Canada Community Revitalization Fund supports projects that build new community infrastructure and revitalize existing assets, bring people back to public spaces safely, create jobs and stimulate local economies. This includes $139 million for projects in southern Ontario, delivered by FedDev Ontario.