Released on June 15, 2000
The Provincial Government is providing approximately $1.27 million this yearfor improvements to the North Battleford Comprehensive High School.
The improvements will benefit high school and regional college students who
both share the school.
This project includes renovations for the alternate education and drama program
areas and the development of day-care facilities. Mechanical improvements to
the heating and fire sprinkler systems, as well as replacement of roof and
asbestos insulation are expected to significantly reduce operating costs.
"Saskatchewan Education is investing in school improvements with a 20 per cent
increase in capital funding over last year including an additional $5 million
from the Centenary Fund," Education Minister Jim Melenchuk said. "This project
in North Battleford is one of an estimated 115 school construction, renovation
or upgrading projects to be undertaken this year in communities across
Saskatchewan."
The Battlefords School Division will contribute close to $750,000 and the North
West Regional College will contribute $40,000. Work will begin this summer and
be completed in 2001.
"The North West Regional College facilities in this building create an
excellent learning environment for North Battleford's adult learners," Post-
Secondary Education and Skills Training Minister Glenn Hagel said. "By
continuing to invest in education and training partnerships, we are investing
in the future of Saskatchewan people and communities."
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For more information, contact:
Cal Kirby Margaret Ball
Saskatchewan Education Post-Secondary Education & Skills Training
Regina Regina
Phone: (306) 787-6040 Phone: (306) 539-3694