INVESTING IN SASKATCHEWAN SCHOOLS

Saskatchewan students and communities will benefit from major upgrades to schools throughout the province this year. The Government of Saskatchewan is investing $6.2 million to improve Saskatchewan schools. Thirty-two K-12 schools around the province will receive capital upgrading for the 2005-06 fiscal year. With these projects, the total commitment by the government to K-12 capital projects this fiscal year is $26.6 million.

"When we invest in capital projects for education, we are investing in our students and in the future of Saskatchewan," Learning Minister Andrew Thomson said. "These projects show our continued commitment to improving Saskatchewan schools."

The projects announced today include improvements such as roof replacement and restoration, mechanical system upgrades, renovations, additions and portable classrooms, as well as preliminary planning funding. Funding for these projects will be cost-shared with school divisions across the province.

"These school improvement projects are part of the government's commitment to invest in modern, well-equipped learning facilities for Saskatchewan students," Thomson added.

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For More Information, Contact:

Nelson Wagner Learning Regina Phone: (306) 787-6040