The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 445 Callander will do some major upgrades to its building during its 75th anniversary this year after receiving a $310,200 grant from the Province's Community Building Fund,
“This Trillium grant will assist the Callander Legion in continuing to support our veterans and their families with significant repairs and renovations of our facility,” said Marc Picard, President.
“The current building is 33 years old and this funding will enable us to meet the local community needs by extending the life and by maximizing the use of existing facilities."
Several veterans, sporting groups and exercise classes use the building.
"This will make us safer and more comfortable for our members, guests, and seniors to be active and healthy in our facility. These upgrades will also significantly reduce utility costs for the Branch going forward."
In addition, Bonfield will use a $123,500 grant to improve its sports facilities.
“These funds will be used to turn our outdoor covered rink and skateboard park into a fully weatherproof facility," said Mayor Randy McLaren, "The retractable side curtains will lengthen the winter ice season and in summer keep rain from blowing into the facility. It greatly enhances the four-season use of the building."
“Our Legions and municipal organizations are the bedrock of our community," said Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing. "By helping them weather the storm, we are ensuring people in our area will have the opportunity to safely reconnect with the many things that make this community special.”
Funding through the Community Building Fund’s capital stream will help complete much-needed sport and recreation facility infrastructure repairs – including retrofits and rehabilitation to meet COVID-19 public health requirements.
