Today, the Honourable Elvis Loveless, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure and Ken McDonald, Member of Parliament for Avalon, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, announced $145,000 in joint funding for projects at the Carbonear and Seal Cove campuses of the College of the North Atlantic.
Projects include upgrading the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system at the Carbonear campus and improving accessibility at both the Carbonear and Seal Cove campuses.
These upgrades will provide students, staff, and visitors with improved access to college facilities, while also increasing overall energy efficiency.
The Government of Canada is investing a total of $116,000 in these projects, with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador providing $29,000 through the COVID-19 Resiliency Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program.
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“Upgrading our education facilities is important to ensuring quality learning opportunities for students. Renovating these College of the North Atlantic campuses will provide healthier environments and make them more accessible for everyone.”
Honourable Elvis Loveless
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure
“We aspire to great things in post-secondary education in the years to come. College of the North Atlantic is an important partner in preparing students for the careers of today and tomorrow. Investments in school infrastructure and renovations are investments that support vibrant post-secondary learning environments.”
Honourable Tom Osborne
Minister of Education
“It is important that all members of the community have equal access to on-campus facilities and excellent education at the College of the North Atlantic. Modern and energy efficient facilities will help to ensure a green future for students at the college, and for residents across Newfoundland and Labrador. Canada’s Infrastructure plan invests in thousands of projects, creates jobs across Canada, and builds stronger communities.”
Ken McDonald, Member of Parliament for Avalon, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities
“I’m pleased to see the College of the North Atlantic Carbonear campus is receiving funding that will result in important upgrades to the facility. We all benefit when our institutions become more inclusive and welcoming. I will continue to advocate for more accessible spaces in the District of Carbonear-Trinity-Bay de Verde and, wherever possible, ensure those spaces are eco-friendly.”
Honourable Steve Crocker
Minister of Tourism, Culture Arts and Recreation and Member of the House of Assembly for Carbonear-Trinity-Bay de Verde
“College of the North Atlantic welcomes this investment in our infrastructure that will benefit the college’s long-term environmental footprint. Opportunities for green energy improvements and increased ability to access our facilities align with CNA’s existing strategy to provide a healthy learning environment for our employees and future graduates. Post-secondary education will be instrumental in helping to rebuild the local economy through skilled graduates, community and industry partnerships, and strategic investment will help us achieve these goals.”
Liz Kidd
President and CEO, College of the North Atlantic
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Learn more
Investing in Canada: Canada’s Long-Term Infrastructure Plan
Investing in Canada Plan Project Map
Government of Canada Resources – Coronavirus disease (COVID 19)
Canada Healthy Communities Initiative
Investing in Canada Plan Project Map
Federal infrastructure investments in Newfoundland and Labrador
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