Vaughan secures more than $14 million to fund significant city-building projects
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The
Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) helps advance critical developments
through effective bilateral government agreements
Today,
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council joined Vaughan-Woodbridge MP
Francesco Sorbara, King-Vaughan MPP Minister Stephen Lecce, Vaughan Public
Library Board Members and members of the public to open the newly revitalized
Maple Library and Community Centre. The project was granted more than $9
million in funding through the Investing in Canada
Infrastructure Program (ICIP) and is among five applications for which the City
has been awarded a total of more than $14 million.
Vaughan's administration
reviewed ICIP criteria to identify and prioritize Council-approved initiatives
for consideration. As a result, five projects were submitted and approved for
funding, including the Maple Library and Community Centre Revitalization,
Vaughan Fire Hall 7-1 Zero Carbon Building Renewal, city-wide COVID-19 Safety
Mitigation Measures, North Maple Regional Park Trail Development and Improving
Urban Forest Strom Resiliency. These projects demonstrate the City's commitment
to addressing climate change, fostering diversity and inclusion, and improving the
overall quality of life for Vaughan families.
Learn more about each
initiative below:
Vaughan Community Centre & Library Revitalizations – $9,039,028
- Multi-purpose community centre space and revitalization of the Maple Library and Community Centre.
- Replacement and upgrading of five City-owned skating rinks.
- Replacement of the existing built-up flat roofs at two community centres and two libraries.
Vaughan Fire Hall 7-1 renewal to a Zero Carbon Building – $1,100,000
- Renewal measures include building envelope, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning, and the installation of solar panels on the roof of the building.
Vaughan City-wide COVID Safety Mitigation Measures – $2,632,678
- Physical barriers and facility alterations of three facilities shared by Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service and EMS.
- Replacement of four HVAC units at community centres and retrofitting of 220 HVAC units at 59 City-owned buildings with UV-C systems, which are 99 per cent effective in eliminating the COVID-19 virus.
North Maple Regional Park Trail Development – $1,000,000
- Improve, expand and develop approximately six kilometres of new and existing park pathways and hiking trails.
- Create wayfinding, educational and interpretive signage.
Improving Storm Resiliency in Vaughan's Urban Forest – $1,366,500
- Planting 1,000 trees and proactive pruning and maintenance on 15,000 street trees to promote healthy and structurally sound growth and public safety.
Despite the global pandemic, the City has remained steadfast in its mission to provide Service Excellence to residents, businesses and visitors. The City constantly seeks opportunities to leverage critical funding support from government partners to continue building Vaughan into a world-class city.
QUOTE
"The
City of Vaughan welcomes the investment through the Investing in Canada
Infrastructure Program. We remain grateful to the federal and provincial
governments for their continued partnership and collaboration throughout the
global pandemic. We share common goals to create long-term economic growth,
build inclusive, sustainable and resilient communities, and support pandemic recovery
efforts. These investments will continue to make a significant and meaningful
impact in Vaughan and will benefit residents for years to come. Whether it's
our skating rinks, fire halls, libraries, walking trails or community centres,
all of these important projects are integral to fostering a safe, inclusive and
green city. These initiatives will help ensure Vaughan remains a city in demand
– where people are given opportunities to live
and work in a community that strives to improve the quality of life and
standard of living for everyone."
-
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua
"Ensuring residents have access to recreational infrastructure is
vital for community wellbeing and development. Through our investment, several
community and recreational facilities across the city have received upgrades
and renovations, including the newly revitalized Maple Library and Community
Centre. This new and improved community space will provide residents in Vaughan
access to modern facilities, providing places where people can come together
safely to connect and learn for many years to come."
- Francesco Sorbara, Member of Parliament for Vaughan—Woodbridge, on
behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental
Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities
"I am committed to making our community stronger — from renovating
the Maple Library and Community Centre to expanding the North Maple Regional
Park -- we are getting the job done for families, seniors, and children. Our
government is focused on building and investing for the future, which is why we
are working with all levels of government to get the job done."
- Hon. Stephen Lecce, Member of Provincial Parliament for King—Vaughan
and Minister of Education
QUICK FACTS
- The COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP)was created to address the challenges faced by communities as a result of COVID-19.
- ICIP provides long-term, stable funding delivered by Infrastructure Canada to help communities increase resilience to climate change, build strong and inclusive communities, and ensure Canadians have access to services that improve their quality of life.
- Vaughan's administration reviewed ICIP criteria to identify and prioritize Council-approved initiatives for consideration. As a result, five projects were submitted and approved for funding.
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