Ontario is helping to support infrastructure projects at local not-for-profit social service organizations.

Four not-for-profit social service organizations in Kingston will improve their facilities, so they can better serve low income and vulnerable Ontarians, including children, youth and families. The province is investing $566,000 to support projects at Kingston Interval House, Ongwanada, Community Living Kingston and For Community Living.

This is part of a $50 million investment over two years to support nearly 1,000 capital projects in communities across the province. These projects will include expansions and renovations that will improve security, accessibility and energy efficiency at eligible social service facilities.

Investing in infrastructure is a critical part of Ontario’s plan to restore growth, save and create jobs in the short term, and build foundations for the future.

QUOTES

“By improving aging facilities and creating local jobs, this investment will go a long way in helping many of Ontario’s most vulnerable children, youth and families.”

-Laurel Broten, Minister of Children and Youth Services

“The best way to improve Ontario’s economy is to invest in our people and our communities. Improving the health and safety, accessibility and energy efficiency of social service agencies creates jobs — and most importantly — hope.”

-Madeleine Meilleur, Minister of Community and Social Services

“With this investment, Kingston’s service providers will be able to improve their facilities and enhance much needed services to vulnerable Ontarians including children, youth and families within our community.” - John Gerretsen, MPP for Kingston and The Islands.

QUICK FACTS

§ Investments in infrastructure projects at eligible social service facilities are part of the government’s action plan to stimulate and restore economic growth.

§ Work on these projects will start in early 2010 and will be completed by March 31, 2011.

LEARN MORE

§ Read about Ontario’s investments in infrastructure.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Contact:

Office of John Gerretsen, MPP, Kingston and The Islands

613-547-2385