Released on April 15, 2013
Francophone communities and agencies in Saskatchewan have until May 15 to apply for the Francophone Community Infrastructure Fund (FCIF).
“I am very pleased to announce that for a third straight year, the Government of Saskatchewan will be providing much-needed infrastructure dollars for our province’s Francophone community,” Provincial Secretary Wayne Elhard said. “The FCIF program is designed specifically with the community in mind and will help to ensure a strong and vibrant French culture in Saskatchewan for generations to come.”
Through FCIF, the Government of Saskatchewan provides $100,000 annually for capital projects that:
- enhance access to and promote Francophone culture and the French language;
- enhance the quality and use of Francophone community facilities; and,
- create greater opportunities to hold events that support cultural vitality.
Funding may be provided for up to two-thirds of the required funds to a maximum of $50,000 per project. Applicants must contribute at least one-third of all eligible costs.
FCIF is managed by the Francophone Affairs Branch. Applications will be accepted from registered charitable organizations, non-profits and co-operatives applying on behalf of the Francophone community.
Successful applicants will be contacted by the Francophone Affairs Branch.
Application material and additional information on FCIF can be found at www.ops.gov.sk.ca/FCIF.
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For more information, contact:
Jay Teneycke
Intergovernmental Affairs
Regina
Phone: 306-798-6095
Email: jay.teneycke@gov.sk.ca
Cell: 306-529-8630