ACOA Minister says "2025 Canada Games will leave a lasting legacy in NL"

    Friday, 15 November 2024 00:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Gudie Hutchings was in the capital city yesterday to announce $19 million is being invested to host the event by supporting infrastructure and other needs.

    ACOA and Rural Economic Development Minister Gudie Hutchings says next year’s Canada games could bring upwards of $120 million to the economies of the Avalon Peninsula. Hutchings was in the capital city yesterday to announce $19 million is being invested to host the event by supporting infrastructure and other needs. She says these Games leave a lasting legacy like the 990 games with the Corner Brook Civic Centre. Hutchings says this is one of the largest events that will be hosted in NL with people travelling from across the country. Lacrosse is being introduced in next year’s Canada Games.

     

    To report an error, submit a news tip, or provide feedback, please e-mail news@bayfm.ca or call (709) 637-0183.

    More from Local News

     

     

     

    BayFM recognizes support from the following agencies:

                        

    Today's Weather

    • Corner Brook

      Sunny intervals

      High: 19°C | Low: 6°C

    • Deer Lake

      Sunny intervals

      High: 20°C | Low: 4°C

    Recently Played

    Podcasts

    • The Plain Truth

      The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 11, 2025

      June is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to shed light on one of Canada's leading health challenges

    • Corner Brook In Council

      Corner Brook City Council Meeting, Monday June 9, 2025

      Corner Brook City Council Meeting, Monday June 9, 2025

    • Qalipu Today

      Qalipu Today, Tuesday June 10, 2025

      On this episode of Qalipu Today, we broadcast an informative conversation about the education and training supports available to members through Qalipu First Nation.