Oakville receives $2 million federal grant for four community projects

A full-size cricket field and revitalization of Wallace Park are among the four Oakville community infrastructure projects slated to benefit from a $2 million federal government grant announced on Wednesday (July 6).

Available through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), under the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF), the funding is aimed at helping enhance Oakville’s livability by building safe spaces that promote physical activity, increase social interaction, create jobs, and drive economic growth.

Together with the Town of Oakville, the four projects, which also include upgrades at George Savage Park and a multi-use trail, will receive more than $2.95 million in funding.

“Inclusive, accessible gathering spaces are the heart of any community, and vital to healthy, vibrant, safe and successful communities that are better equipped to restore growth, create jobs, build a greener, more competitive and resilient economy and repair the damage done by the pandemic,” said Oakville North-Burlington MP Pam Damoff, who was on hand for the announcement along with Minister of National Defence and Oakville MP Anita Anand.

“These investments in North Oakville through the CCRF will ensure residents have access to activities that are safe and accessible. I first started working with the Oakville Cricket Club when I was still on Oakville Council and this investment is one I am thrilled to announce. The multi-use trail and multi-sport court will provide residents with a wide range of activities for years to come.”

The CCRF has supported community infrastructure projects to the tune of $500 million over two years.

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“Oakville Council has been expanding our trail system and our indoor and outdoor community facilities to address the growing demand from our residents,” said Oakville Mayor Rob Burton.

“It’s nice to be able to partner with our local MPs and the Federal government to enhance our community infrastructure and offer even more amenities that contribute to Oakville’s livability!”

The four projects receiving a grant are:

• $86,800 to support the installation of an all-season, multi-use sports court at George Savage Park that can convert from a basketball court to a ball hockey surface, then to a skating rink during the winter months.
• $656,250 to construct an irrigated Class A regulation full size cricket field which would be utilized by the Oakville Cricket Club for games and practices. It will be able to host local and regional tournaments, attracting visitors from neighbouring communities.
• $750,000 for the revitalization of Wallace Park, making it a multi-faceted and year-round park catering to the needs of the local community. The project includes the purchase and installation of playground equipment and a basketball court, shade structures, seating areas and greenery.
• $525,000 to improve a 3.7 km multi-use trail along Upper Middle Road between Sixth Line and Joshua’s Creek Drive to improve mobility options and increase the level of safety for walking and cycling. The project is in keeping with the Town’s commitment to encouraging active transportation.

“Our association is so happy to have a dedicated cricket field that we can finally call ours,” said Zain Khot, President, Oakville Cricket Club. “With Oakville growing exponentially, we see a huge rise in interest for cricket among other sports.

“This new field will give our club and our association the opportunity to host national events and bring the spotlight to our amazing town of Oakville.”