August 17, 2009
MP Mark Warawa officially presents TWU with KIP funding
Announced by the Prime Minister on August 5th, the “Knowledge Infrastructure Program is a two-year, $2-billion economic stimulus measure supporting infrastructure enhancement at post-secondary institutions across Canada.” TWU will receive $2.6 million of that financing. The KIP program requires matching funds from the recipient institution. TWU has a strategy in place to acquire matching funds as per Industry Canada guidelines.
Warawa announced, "We've heard from you, we’ve listened and now we are providing the funding. Here at TWU, my alma mater, I am pleased to announce the funding of three significant projects under the KIP program: $298,000 towards to the Library, $661,000 for upgrading information and communications technology, and finally $1.65 million for the expansion of the Neufeld Science Centre. That means researchers will have the tools to be global leaders and be able to pursue world class excellence. And that is what Trinity Western is known for."
TWU president Jonathan Raymond, Ph.D. said, "This underscores yet another form of partnership and the importance of partnering outside of the university so that the university connects and has an impact on the world. We are moving forward very intentionally, developing the strategic thinking and strategic planning that is taking the university to this next level. We believe that this will help us be better partners in the global community, will position us to have a larger impact nationally, and it’s going to position us better in the way we serve British Columbia."
In closing, Dr. Raymond remarked, "I think this is the most remarkable university in Canada. Like a computer chip you don’t have to be big you just have to be well designed, well connected, and well resourced to have an impact, and that well describes Trinity Western University."
