Gary Schellenberger, Perth-Wellington Conservative MPGary Schellenberger, Perth-Wellington Conservative MP
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Perth Wellington Projects Attract $362,000 in Infrastructure Funding

Four projects in Perth wellington will share $362,000. from the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program.

MP Gary Schellenberger says the rehabilitation of Market Square in Stratford will receive the bulk of the funding at $250,000.

Repairs to the Harry Parrott Pumping Station in West Perth will get $67,000.

Wellington North will received $24,000 for upgrades to the Arthur Community Centre, and Perth East gets $20,000 for improvements to Pioneer Park.

“Our Government is committed to creating jobs, growth and long-term prosperity for Canadians through investments in our communities. By improving community infrastructure through these local projects, we are helping to boost economic activity and maintain a high quality of life for residents of all ages.” -Gary Schellenberger, MP, Perth Wellington

"The importance of this funding coupled with the significance of our country’s sesquicentennial, make this investment in our downtown infrastructure a very strategic and worthwhile project.” -Dan Mathieson, Mayor, City of Stratford

"The Harry Parrot Pumping Station Upgrades will ensure the continued safe and energy efficient operation of a vital component of the wastewater system. As a municipal asset that is vital to the public’s health and welfare, it is critical and legislated that the standards for the treatment of wastewater be maintained. West Perth is pleased to have received this celebratory funding and expresses its gratitude to the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program for its approval." -Walter McKenzie, Mayor, Municipality of West Perth

"We are proud to partner with the federal government in celebrating 150 years of Canada and are delighted they have agreed to help fund some important upgrades to the Arthur Community Centre, a place where we often celebrate our community pride." -Andy Lennox, Mayor, Township of Wellington North

“The Township of Perth East is pleased to be able to replace the Pioneer playground equipment in Millbank with the help of the anada funding announcement. The new playground equipment, will be a welcome community addition and promote the recreational activities in an accessible format." -Bob MacMillan, Mayor, Township of Perth East

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