
|
|
Canada to build youth centre in earthquake-shattered L’Aquila Italy
July 08, 2009
(Italy) July 8, 2009 - Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced that Canada is contributing to the rebuilding of L’Aquila and Italy’s surrounding Abruzzo region, which were devastated by a severe earthquake on April 6. The Government of Canada will contribute $5 million to create a Canadian centre for youth at the University of L’Aquila, which was badly damaged in the earthquake. The construction of the youth centre is part of the international community’s efforts to help residents of Abruzzo rebuild their lives and their community. "The people of Canada, and especially Canadians of Italian descent, are proud to stand with the people of Italy as they rebuild after this tragic disaster,” said the Prime Minister, who visited the site of the youth centre during a tour of L’Aquila, prior to taking part in the 2009 G-8 Summit. The Prime Minister was joined by Senator Consiglio Di Nino and Members of Parliament Paul Calandra and Dean Del Mastro. The L’Aquila Earthquake Fund Brant, a trust fund for victims of the Italian earthquake was established earlier this year by a group of local residents of Italian descent. “I’m very pleased to see our government doing this. The people of L’Aquila suffered a great deal and the damage to the University was tragic,” said Brant MP Phil McColeman. I would encourage residents who have not done so already to contribute to the efforts being made by local members of the Italian community.” Donations can be made at the Bank of Montreal, 195 Henry St. - transit number 2333 and the account number 8094-80. Cheques can also be made out to the L'Aquila Earthquake Fund Brant, and forwarded by mail to L'Aquila, 325A West St., No. 202, Brantford N3R 3V6. In May Nipissing University students scooped up cups of gelato to raise funds for L’Aquila earthquake victims. The Nipissing education faculty has made annual co-operative trips to the L'Aquila region and was planning another trip there until the earthquake occurred. Nipissing students have partnered with the University of L'Aquila to teach English to Italian children. Over 65,000 people were left homeless by the earthquake and almost 300 lost their lives. The Italian-Canadian community responded immediately to the crisis by raising funds to support the population of Abruzzo. The Canadian business community has also contributed to re-construction efforts. "This facility will provide students from L'Aquila, as well as those from Canada and around the world, with a place to learn and exchange ideas,” added the Prime Minister. "This centre will also serve as a testament to the enduring bond of friendship between Canada and Italy.” The design of the centre is consistent with both Canadian standards and the surrounding environment and, where possible, will make use of Canadian anti-seismic, green technology. |
![]() July 01, 2010
June 16, 2010
June 15, 2010
June 11, 2010
June 09, 2010
May 26, 2010
May 13, 2010
May 05, 2010
July 30, 2010 Government of Canada investing in Long Term Job growth Strategy for Sand Plains RegionJuly 28, 2010 The Government of Canada supports accessibility for all CanadiansJuly 24, 2010 The Government of Canada Recognizes a Great Canadian Sculptor & Artist as a Person of National Historic SignificanceJuly 21, 2010 Government of Canada Supports the Brant Museum and ArchivesJuly 16, 2010 Government of Canada announces new research Project to revitalize Cayuga language at six nations of the Grand River ReserveJune 25, 2010 Summer JobsJune 22, 2010 Government of Canada Supports Newspaper Publications in BrantJune 11, 2010 Phil McColeman Honours Trooper Larry John RuddJune 07, 2010 Phil McColeman Addresses House of Commons on Government Legislation to Eliminate Pardons for Serious CrimesJune 07, 2010 Government of Canada Supports National Aboriginal Day Festivities in HagersvilleJune 05, 2010 Federal government provides funding to support development planning for community athletics-recreational facility in downtown BrantfordJune 03, 2010 Government of Canada Supports Canada Day Celebrations in Brantford and St. GeorgeJune 01, 2010 Phil McColeman Addresses House of Commons on G8 and G20 SecurityMay 27, 2010 Statement by Phil McColeman, Member of Parliament for BrantMay 26, 2010 Phil McColeman Recognizes Achievements of Six Nations WomanMay 21, 2010 Phil McColeman Announces Government of Canada Support for Senior CitizensMay 20, 2010 MP Phil McColeman Promotes Parks Canada Program to Brant YouthMay 19, 2010 "Canada’s Economic Recovery Still Fragile” McColeman Tells Bantford Homebuilder’s AssociationMay 19, 2010 Grade Nine Student Wins Phil McColeman’s Public Safety Essay ContestJuly 26, 2010 Statement By The Prime Minister Of CanadaJuly 20, 2010 Statement By The Prime Minister Of CanadaJuly 19, 2010 Prime Minister Stephen Harper welcomes Junior Athletes from around the GlobeJuly 11, 2010 Statement By The Prime Minister Of CanadaJuly 09, 2010 Statement By The Prime Minister Of CanadaJuly 09, 2010 Prime Minister Stephen Harper names new SenatorJuly 09, 2010 Statement By The Prime Minister Of Canada |