RICHMOND, QC, May 17, 2024 /CNW/ - The Couvent
Mont-Saint-Patrice renovation project will save energy, reduce
carbon emissions, use renewable energy sources and improve
accessibility for all, thanks to an investment of more than
$2.3 million from the federal
government.
Announced by the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, this project
will benefit Richmond residents by
enhancing the local heritage while promoting a better quality of
life through reduced energy costs, improved accessibility and
environmental preservation, creating a sustainable and inclusive
place for generations to come.
A thriving economy needs strategic investments in green
infrastructure to build a sustainable future for Canadians, with
access to good jobs, while limiting impacts on the local
environment.
Funding for this project will be used to reduce the building's
operating costs and ecological impact, while increasing its energy
efficiency. This will be achieved by installing a heat pump system
to heat the building, as well as replacing exterior doors and
windows to reduce heat loss. In addition, the project will include
the installation of a geothermal system and improvements to make
the building more accessible.
The Green and Infrastructure Community Buildings program aims to
improve the places Canadians work, learn, play, live and come
together by cutting pollution, reducing costs, and supporting
thousands of good jobs.
Through green and other upgrades to existing public community
buildings and new builds in underserved communities, the GICB
program helps ensure community facilities are inclusive,
accessible, and have a long service life, while also helping
Canada move towards its net-zero
objectives by 2050.
Quotes
"By adopting high standards for energy efficiency and reducing
greenhouse gas emissions, our government is actively contributing
to the fight against climate change. I am convinced that the
Couvent Mont-Saint-Patrice will become not only a restored jewel of
our history, but also a beacon of sustainability for generations to
come."
The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of National
Revenue and Member of Parliament for Compton-Stanstead, on behalf of the Honourable Sean
Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities
« This is a major investment which will undoubtedly
contribute to positioning the Couvent Mont-Saint-Patrice as a
gathering place hosting numerous socio-community organizations
which the community greatly needs to ensure its dynamism.
Congratulations to the directors and thank you to the Government of
Canada for its generous
contribution. »
Bertrand Ménard, Mayor of Richmond
«The convent, at the heart of the artistic, cultural and
community development of Val St-François.»
Benoit St-Pierre, President of
the Board of Directors of Couvent Mont-Saint-Patrice
Quick Facts
- The federal government is investing $2,399,912 in this project through the Green and
Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program.
- These enhancements are expected to reduce the facility's energy
consumption by an estimated 66.7% and greenhouse gas emissions by
3.5 tonnes annually.
- The GICB program was created in support of Canada's Strengthened Climate Plan: A Healthy
Environment and a Healthy Economy. It is supporting the Plan's
first pillar by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing
energy efficiency, and helping develop higher resilience to climate
change.
- The program is providing $1.5
billion over five years towards green and accessible
retrofits, repairs or upgrades.
- At least 10% of funding is allocated to projects serving First
Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities, including Indigenous
populations in urban centres.
- The application period for the Green and Inclusive Community
Buildings Program is now closed.
Associated Links
Green and Inclusive Community Buildings
https://www.infrastructure.gc.ca/gicb-bcvi/index-eng.html
Strengthened Climate Plan
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/climatechange/climate-plan/climate-plan-overview.html
Federal infrastructure investments in Quebec
https://www.infrastructure.gc.ca/plan/prog-proj-qc-eng.html
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