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$2.9 Million in Federal Funding to Increase Energy Conservation at Inner City High School

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Edmonton, Alberta-based Inner City High School is set to undergo significant energy conservation efforts thanks to a $2.9 million investment from the Government of Canada. The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, and Dr. Joe Cloutier, Director of Education at Inner City High School, announced the funding, which will be used to implement building renovations and energy-efficient upgrades. The Inner City Youth Development Association (ICYDA), the non-profit Indigenous organization that manages the school, will also benefit from the investment, as it will help reduce the school's carbon footprint and lower utility costs. The upgraded facility will serve as a model for sustainable communities and a showcase for green and inclusive infrastructure.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Government of Canada has invested $2.9 million in federal funding to support energy conservation efforts at Inner City High School.
  • The upgrades are expected to reduce the facility's energy consumption by 63.3% and greenhouse gas emissions by 176 tonnes annually.
  • The funding will support accessibility improvements, including the installation of powered doors, ramps, and designated parking areas for persons with disabilities.
  • The upgraded facility will serve as a community showcase for clean, inclusive infrastructure and sustainable communities.
  • The Inner City Youth Development Association (ICYDA) will benefit from the investment, which will help reduce the school's carbon footprint and lower utility costs.
  • The renovations will include improved glazing, alternative energy sources, and retrofits to increase the building's climate resilience.
  • The school provides life-changing programming for its students through a high school education and employable skills.
  • The Government of Canada's investment is expected to grow the country's economy, increase community resiliency, and improve the lives of Canadians.

Statistics:

  • $2.9 million in federal funding invested by the Government of Canada.
  • Estimated 63.3% reduction in energy consumption at Inner City High School.
  • 176 tonnes annually in greenhouse gas emissions reduction.
  • Over 30 years, the school will continue to help thousands of Edmonton's marginalized urban Indigenous and other youth become productive citizens.
  • 2022 - the current year in which the funding was announced.

Sources:

  • "Federal funding for Alberta school's energy-efficient upgrades". CBC News.
  • Press release from the Office of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities.
  • Inner City High School website: [www.icys.ca](http://www.icys.ca).

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