Released on September 7, 2001
Today the Board of Directors of the Saskatchewan Science Centre announcedthat the Centre has secured the necessary funds to continue its operations.
Saskatchewan Science Centre Board of Directors Chair Randy Jahrig expressed
his pleasure at the announcement. "I am delighted with the news that the
Province will provide the necessary financial support to keep the Centre
open," he said. "Now more than ever before, we need the help from our
supporters and our corporate friends to help us raise the funds to continue
to refurbish and rebuild the centre and develop the strongest scientific
programming base possible."
The provincial government will provide additional one-time funding of up to
$600,000 this fiscal year. The provincial government, Science Centre Board
and other partners will work together to develop a strategic business plan
for the long-term viable operation of the facility.
"The Science Centre is an important education and tourist attraction for
Saskatchewan," Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister Ron Osika said. "We
are pleased to support the Centre's work in delivering quality science
educational programming and help them move toward a more self-sufficient
operation."
The Saskatchewan Science Centre is a non-profit membership-based
organization with an independent Board of Directors. The Science Centre
receives annual core funding from the provincial government, Sask Power and
the City of Regina totaling $540,000 and annual in-kind funding from the
City and Sask Power totaling $500,000 for rent and taxes.
The remainder of the the Saskatchewan Science Centre's funds come from
admissions to the Powerhouse of Discovery and the Kramer IMAX Theatre,
memberships, corporate sponsorships and special events.
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For more information, contact:
Wayne Hellquist Jan Carter
Executive Director Corporate Services
Saskatchewan Science Centre Municipal Affairs and Housing
Phone: (306) 791-7900 Phone: (306) 787-1085