Released on August 29, 1997
Social Services Minister Lorne Calvert today presented a cheque to theFirst Nations Child Development Centre in Saskatoon to assist with the
cost of renovating the day care facility at 211 - 5th Avenue North.
The $25,353 capital grant will be used to expand existing space on the
main and second floors to eliminate the need to use the basement,
install sufficient windows to meet the natural lighting requirements
for a day care, and enlarge and fence the outdoor play space.
"It is extremely important that young children play and learn in a
safe environment which supports their healthy physical and emotional
growth," Calvert said. "As a result of our partnership with the First
Nations Child Development Centre, children attending the centre will
soon enjoy a larger, brighter and safer facility."
Funding for this expansion is part of the $1 million in Child Care
Capital Grants announced in the 1997/98 budget.
The Grants are a one-time initiative introduced through Saskatchewan's
Action Plan for Children, and are available to child care centres to
undertake renovations or upgrade equipment.
The 1997/98 budget targeted an additional $13.3 million to
services for children and youth, bringing government funding for
programs and services under the Action Plan to $24.7 million.
"I want to commend the First Nations Child Development Centre for
its commitment to providing a safe and healthy environment for
the children in their care," Calvert said. "Our children are out
future. By providing quality child care to children today, we
are making a positive investment in that future."
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For more information, contact:
Virginia Wilkinson
Social Services
Regina
Phone: (306) 787-0916