Released on August 17, 2001
There will be upgrades to another 57 Saskatchewan schools, primarily inrural communities. Today's announcement by Education Minister Jim Melenchuk
brings the total number of projects approved to date to 85.
"Our government is investing in improved learning environments for
Saskatchewan students," Melenchuk said. "We are committed to working with
school divisions to ensure students have safe, comfortable and well-
equipped schools."
Today's projects include improvements such as roof replacement and
restoration, mechanical system upgrades, renovations, additions and
relocatable classrooms.
"Today's announcement is a sign we are committed to investing in rural
Saskatchewan," Rural Revitalization Minister Pat Atkinson said. "More than
two thirds of these projects are in rural communities across the province."
The provincial budget allocated $29.2 million, including $5 million from
the Centenary Fund, to fund approximately 150 school construction,
renovation or upgrading projects this year. Additional projects will be
approved throughout the fiscal year.
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For more information, contact:
Cal Kirby
Education
Regina
Phone: (306) 787-6040