Saskatchewan Party Will Double Rink Grant, Create New Playground Grant
October 17, 2024Recreational facilities are an important part of vibrant communities, Premier says
A re-elected Saskatchewan Party government will increase financial support for recreational facilities in Saskatchewan communities by doubling the Community Rink Affordability Grant and introducing a new School Playground Equipment Grant.
“We understand how important rinks and playgrounds are to Saskatchewan communities,” said Premier Scott Moe. “We want to make sure our communities remain vibrant and growing, and good recreational facilities are an important part of any community.”
The Saskatchewan Party government created the Community Rink Affordability Grant in 2012, fulfilling a 2011 election promise. The grant provides $2,500 per ice surface to skating and curling rinks across Saskatchewan. Beginning next year, the grant will double to $5,000 per ice surface, reflecting the increased cost of operating rinks.
Moe also pledged to create a new School Playground Equipment Fund of $3.75 million annually to help fund 50 per cent of the cost of new school playground equipment to a maximum grant per playground project of $50,000. The grant is expected to fund 75 projects per year or 300 over the next four years.
“Vibrant, growing communities with a great quality of life - that’s part of our plan for a strong economy and a bright future,” Moe said.