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PREMIER--$42.6 MILLION INFRASTRUCTURE WORKS EXTENSION ---------------------------------------------------------------- Premier John Savage today announced a one year, $42.6 million extension to the Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Works Program. The program will be funded equally by Ottawa, the province and the municipalities. The province's $14.2 million portion will be found through a re-allocation of existing funds. With three funding partners, this will mean a total infusion of $42.6 million into the economy creating jobs and addressing deficient community infrastructure, the premier said. "The program will address the infrastructure needs in many Nova Scotia communities," he said. "Municipalities have expressed their support for an extension of the program." Launched in January 1994, the Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Works Program's objectives are to kick-start the economy, put people to work and help municipalities upgrade deteriorating infrastructure. To date, more than $220 million has been invested in more than 300 projects across Nova Scotia. -30- Contact: Michelle Whelan 902-424-6336 mfm Feb. 4, 1997 11:30 a.m.