FCC Contributes $1.5 Million to 94 Community Projects Across Canada
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is giving $1.5 million through its FCC AgriSpirit Fund to 94 community groups across Canada to support rural capital projects
“The FCC AgriSpirit Fund is another opportunity for us to partner with community organizations that are building for today while keeping future generations in mind,” said Sophie Perreault, FCC executive vice-president and chief operating officer. “I am extremely gratified that more than 80 per cent of the projects this year are energy-efficient or focused on waste reduction, so we are making big strides without leaving deep footprints.”
“The FCC AgriSpirit Fund awarded between $5,000 and $25,000 for community improvement projects that enhance the lives of residents or contribute to sustainability in communities”
This year, the FCC AgriSpirit Fund awarded between $5,000 and $25,000 for community improvement projects that enhance the lives of residents or contribute to sustainability in communities. Examples include equipment purchase and installation, energy efficient building improvements and repairs, and the purchase of rescue and fire equipment.
Over the past 16 years, the FCC AgriSpirit Fund has supported 1,263 projects, an investment of more than $15 million.
The next application period opens March 1, 2020. Registered charities, municipalities and non-profit organizations interested in funding can visit www.fccagrispiritfund.ca for eligibility requirements, to apply online and view past projects.
In Manitoba, the following projects are receiving funding:
Municipality of Killarney-Turtle Mountain
$20,000 Install variable speed drives to the HVAC pumps Rossburn Recreation Commission
$16,000 Replace lights in the Rossburn Arena with LEDs Rosser Central Community Club Inc
$15,000 Install a universal gym floor Rosenfeld & District Skating Rink
$15,000 Replace windows, doors and lighting South Interlake Rockwood Agricultural Society
$15,000 Upgrade the HVAC system RM of Taché/Lorette Complex
$15,000 Add fire cabinets and level outdoor rink Total: $96,000
FCC is Canada’s leading agriculture lender, with a healthy loan portfolio of more than $36 billion.
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