Mayor Ralph Carr, MLA Bruce Northrup, Princess Louise Show Park Treasurer Al Gerrish and MP Rob Moore

Princess Louise Park Show Centre Receives Federal Funds

November 12, 2009 -- Sussex, New Brunswick -- MP Rob Moore was pleased to represent the federal government at a funding announcement for the Princess Louise Park Show Centre. The funding will allow the center to undergo renovations that will increase its capacity to meet the needs of a growing number of users.

"Through the Economic Action Plan, our government is taking steps to reduce the impact of the global recession by investing in initiatives that stimulate local and regional economic activity," said MP Moore. "Our government's investment in the Princess Louise Park Show Centre will improve its ability to meet the diverse needs of its clients, and it will help it to attract events from across the country."

The Government of Canada is providing $87,500 to the project.

As a result of the government’s investment, the centre will undergo renovations that will improve spectator seating, enhance electrical services and increase fire protection. These upgrades will accommodate the increasing number of clients that use the centre to host events, including: horse shows, 4-H Club achievement days, the National Agility Dog Championships and both the Sussex Holstein Club Show and the annual NB Beef Expo.

Funding for this project was provided through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) under the Community Adjustment Fund (CAF). Canada’s Economic Action Plan provides $1 billion over two years for the CAF, which will help create jobs and maintain employment in affected communities. In Atlantic Canada, CAF is delivered by ACOA. For more information regarding the CAF application process, community criteria and timelines, visit ACOA’s website at www.acoa-apeca.gc.ca

For information on Canada's Economic Action Plan, please visit www.actionplan.gc.ca

Rob Moore is the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Justice and the MP for Fundy Royal.

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