Tatamagouche Road Train On Track for Summer
News Release
Government of Canada invests to create Tatamagouche Village Road Train
Tatamagouche, N.S. – Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency - Visitors and residents of Tatamagouche are in for a treat this summer as the Tatamagouche Road Train Society will soon unveil a much-anticipated road train that will provide a unique transportation experience in the community. The Government of Canada has announced a $47,000 non-repayable investment in the project through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency’s Innovative Communities Fund (ICF). The unveiling event is planned for this Saturday, May 28, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. next to the Foodland in Tatamagouche.
The project involved the purchase of a locomotive-style road vehicle, featuring a two-seat engine car and a 28-seat passenger car. The Tatamagouche Road Train is a replica of a Canadian National Railway car from the 1950’s and can operate at a top speed of 25km/hour. It will provide tours for residents and tourists from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. 7 days/week during the spring, summer and fall. The train will follow three different routes around the Village, with one running along a section of the Trans Canada Trail. It will also make stops at popular destinations including Main Street, the Creamery Square, and Nelson Memorial Park.
As the first road train of its kind in Canada, the Tatamagouche Village Road Train will significantly add to the area’s appeal amongst tourists who are drawn to the area for Oktoberfest, Jost Vineyard, the Farmers’ Market at Creamery Square, Fox Harb’r, and the many other events, festivals and attractions in the region. It is also expected that the train will be a favourite among the more senior residents of Tatamagouche as they will be able to rely on the train for cost-effective, reliable transportation.
The project is also being supported with an investment of $10,000 from the Municipality of the County of Colchester.
Quotes:
“Our Government is pleased to support the Tatamagouche Road Train Society as they develop a project that has the ability to become a catalyst for economic growth and prosperity in their community. The Government of Canada will continue to invest in organizations, like this one, who work to fuel tourism activity in Canada’s rural communities.”
- The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
“It’s been a long time since a passenger train came to Tatamagouche! Congratulations to David Gunn and the entire Tatamagouche Road Train Society. There is so much to see and do in Tatamagouche, this will only enhance the visitor experience as they explore the North Shore. And thanks to ACOA for seeing the potential in this wonderful place.”
- Bill Casey, Member of Parliament for Cumberland-Colchester
“This is an exciting project for the residents of Tatamagouche. From the volunteers and local experts who developed this idea and raised the funds to make it happen, to the business people who supported the project and envisioned what it could mean for the community—this is a true example of what can happen when we work together. I congratulate all involved on this wonderful achievement.”
- Bob Taylor, Mayor of the Municipality of the County of Colchester
“This one-of-a-kind community road train will serve as a link to the many offerings within the Village of Tatamagouche. The Tatamagouche Road Train was born as a result of a shared community vision and a commitment to making this dream a reality. We thank everyone involved for their tremendous support throughout this process.”
- Darren Schriver, President and Chair, Tatamagouche Road Train Society
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Contacts:
Alex Smith
Director of Communications and Outreach
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
(902) 426-9417
(902) 830-3839 (cell)
Email: alex.smith@canada.ca
Marilyn J. Roberts
Communications and Marketing Assistant
Tatamagouche Road Train Society
(902) 893-6644
Email: buttonroberts@nncweb.ca
Bob Taylor
Mayor
Municipality of the County of Colchester
(902) 897-3160
Email: mayor@colchester.ca
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