(John Tonelli Sports Centre, 217 Laurier Avenue, Milton, via Google Maps Street View)
The federal, provincial, and municipal governments have announced funding for the John Tonelli Sports Centre in Milton.
On Thursday, February 25th, MP van Koeverden; Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Catherine McKenna; Milton MPP Parm Gill; and, Milton Mayor Gordon Krantz were part of a virtual announcement for the joint funding.
The Government of Canada is investing $558,655 in this project through the Community, Culture and Recreation Infrastructure Stream (CCRIS) of the Investing in Canada plan. The Government of Ontario is providing $465,499, while the Town of Milton is providing $372,483.
The funding will help update the aging facility, including:
- the replacement of 8,000 square feet of sport flooring to provide a safer surface for skaters;
- the replacement of wooden spectator benches with better quality and more durable seating;
- and, the removal, regrading, and repaving of the parking lot and associated roadways to improve access to the facility and other amenities located at Bronte Meadows Park.
MP van Koeverden says the funding will help keep Milton active:
“Our communities rely on our federal government to update cultural and community spaces; [Thursday]’s announcement will ensure just that. This renovation is going to go a long way in supporting our healthy and active recovery from COVID-19 and in further supporting healthy active living right here at home!”
MPP Gill acknowledges the importance John Tonelli and the facility have in our community:
“John Tonelli is a four-time Stanley Cup champion, two-time NHL all-star, and member of the Milton Sports Hall of Fame. I am proud our government will ensure his legacy of excellence will continue in our community with a $465,499 investment to upgrade the John Tonelli Sports Centre.”
Milton Mayor Gordon Krantz is exciting for what the funding will provide for the Milton community:
“This is exciting news that expands the lifespan of John Tonelli Sports Centre, creating even more possibilities for the residents of Milton. On behalf of Town Council, I’d like to thank both the Federal and Provincial governments for the investment in this capital project and for acknowledging the importance of municipal infrastructure to serve our community for generations to come. We also thank The Honourable Catherine McKenna, MP Adam van Koeverden and MPP Parm Gill for their support of Milton families, who I know will all be excited to see the realization of this capital project.”
