GATINEAU – The Government of Canada is committed to building stronger and healthier communities across the country. Sport plays an important role in building self-esteem and leadership skills, while allowing Canadians to thrive physically, emotionally and socially. Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, announced today that Canoe Kayak Canada is receiving as much as $404,700 in funding through the Community Sport for All Initiative.
This investment will support accessible canoe kayak programs for equity deserving groups through various projects. It will help provide instructor training, equipment and resources to local community leaders and participants. The Community Sport for All Initiative supports national organizations in establishing more accessible local organized sport and reducing barriers that prevent participation in sport, particularly among Black, Indigenous and racialized communities as well as 2SLGBTQI+ groups, people with low incomes, newcomers and persons with disabilities.
“One of our government’s top priorities is helping Canadians of all ages pursue healthier lifestyles. We know there are still major barriers to sport today. That is why we are investing in organizations like Canoe Kayak Canada to help solidify our commitment to building stronger and healthier communities across the country. Together, we are making sport more inclusive, equitable and accessible for everyone across the country.” – Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec