Rocanville, Saskatchewan – Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (PotashCorp) today announced a commitment of one-third of the costs - up to $800,000 - to support construction of a new community hall in Rocanville.  

The original Rocanville hall was built in 1950 and used until 2004.  Since that time, the curling rink has been used as a hall, but with limitations.  The new facility is expected to be used for drama and other stage presentations, as well as dances, sporting events and more.  It will also be equipped with meeting and catering facilities.

“At PotashCorp, we’re proud to play a role in providing important facilities in those communities where we operate,” said Mark Fracchia, PotashCorp’s President, PCS Potash.  “Rocanville is a vibrant community and we’re pleased to help create a community gathering space which is poised to become the heart of this community.”

With an expected cost of approximately $2.4 million, the remaining costs would be covered by the Rural Municipality of Rocanville, the Town of Rocanville, fundraising initiatives and grants. 

Following a public consultation process, construction could be begin in summer 2015, with an opening date in the fall of 2015 or early 2016. 

As the world’s largest crop nutrient company, PotashCorp plays an integral role in global food production. The company produces the three essential nutrients required to help farmers grow healthier, more abundant crops. With global population rising and diets improving in developing countries, crop nutrients such as potash, phosphates and nitrogen offer a responsible and practical solution to help produce the food we need, from the land we have.

The Rocanville facility has been in operation since 1970 and is one of our six potash mines in Canada. We are a proud member of the Rocanville region contributing locally through employment, purchasing and community investments.

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