Backgrounder: Cumberland, Colchester Counties will benefit from investments to help residents and visitors enjoy the region and its shared spaces safely
Backgrounder
The Government of Canada invests more than $1.8 million in 10 community shared spaces and 2 tourism projects to stimulate local economies, create jobs, boost tourism, and improve the quality of life of Canadians.
| CLIENT NAME | PROEJCT | TOTAL | MEDIA CONTACT |
| $1,308,820 through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) for ten projects: | |||
| Town of Truro | Repair and restore Victoria Park’s outdoor pool to give community members access to swimming, recreational programs and training.
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$495,000 non-repayable | Josée Gallant Administration and Communications Coordinator Town of Truro 902-893-6090 jgallant@truro.ca |
| Municipality of the County of Cumberland, in partnership with the Parrsboro Playground Society | Build a playground at the former Town Hall grounds to provide inclusive play opportunities for children. | $250,000 non-repayable | Amanda-Leigh MacLeod Corporate Communications Officer Municipality of the County of Cumberland 902-664-9736 amacleod@cumberlandcounty.ns.ca |
| The Sunset Community Incorporated, in partnership with the Northumberland Tennis and Pickleball Association | Develop a multi-court racquet facility including tennis and pickleball on the grounds of the Sunset Community adult residential centre to enhance accessible recreation opportunities for the centre and their community. | $250,000 non-repayable | Julie Hoeg CEO The Sunset Community Inc. 902-243-2571 ext: 222 jhoeg@sunsetcommunity.ca |
| The Trustees of the Riverside Community Hall Association (operating as Portapique Community Hall), in partnership with the Rotary Club of Truro | Safely relocate and expand the Portapique Community Hall by adding a commercial kitchen, natural playground, amphitheatre and sports court, creating a place where residents can come together to enjoy physical activity and community events. | $100,000 non-repayable | Andrew MacDonald Chair of the Board Trustees of Riverside Community Hall Association 902-324-2622 j.andrew.macdonald@gmail.com |
| Village of Bible Hill | Replace the windows and doors at the H. Douglas Boyce Village Hall to improve energy efficiency, reduce costs and provide a more comfortable environment for community groups, volunteer firefighters and other occupants. | $67,545 non-repayable | Mitchell Bell Clerk and Treasurer Village of Bible Hill 902-893-8083 Mitchell.bell@biblehill.ca |
| Town of Amherst | Create pathways to outdoor parks, playgrounds and public washrooms, improving accessibility throughout the town to encourage residents and visitors to be active and explore. | $46,200 non-repayable | Jason MacDonald Chief Administrative Officer Town of Amherst 902-664-8367 JMacDonald@amherst.ca |
| Pugwash Farmers Market Cooperative Limited | Make the Pugwash Farmers’ Market more accessible through signage and resurfaced walkways—as well as greener through the addition of solar panels, which will supply renewable energy to the Market and neighbouring Pugwash Library, creating net zero emissions for the buildings. | $43,500 non-repayable | Jennifer Houghtaling Vice President Pugwash Farmers Market 902-297-3867 jenniferhoughtaling@gmail.com |
| Pugwash Park Commissioners (operating as Thinkers Lodge National Historic Site) | Renovate the Gate House building of the Thinkers Lodge National Historic Site to improve accessibility and visitor experience for community members and tourists. | $35,000 non-repayable | John Eaton Executive Director/Chief Commissioner Pugwash Park Commissioners 510-599-1082 johneaton@me.com |
| Town of Oxford | Create a second baseball field to accommodate the area’s growing minor baseball program and provide space for other youth sports activities. | $15,000 non-repayable | Linda Cloney Town Clerk Town of Oxford 902-447-2170 lcloney@oxfordns.ca |
| Amherst Curling Club | Add a wheelchair ramp between the main floor and ice surface, making the sport of curling accessible to everyone. | $6,575 non-repayable | Tim Lawrence President Amherst Curling Club 709-728-6603 tslaw@bellaliant.net |
| $550,000 through the Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) for two projects: | |||
| 4337139 Nova Scotia Limited (operating as On the Park) | Create sustainable, eco-friendly accommodations situated on Victoria Park to encourage adventure and connecting with nature, while building an experiential tourism offering in Truro to encourage visitors to stay and explore. | $500,000 repayable | Miriah Kearney President 4337139 Nova Scotia Limited (Operating as On the Park) 902-843-5899 miriah@myhomeapparel.com |
Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce |
Help host the Truro Winter Long John Festival, a four-week outdoor winter showcase of Nova Scotian culture, food, art and experiences to draw new visitors to Downtown Truro and its businesses. | $50,000 non-repayable |
Sherry Martell Executive Director Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce 902-890-4616 Ed@tcchamber.ca |
| Total | $1,858,820 |
Contacts
Marianne Blondin
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Official Languages and of the
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Marianne.Blondin@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
Chris Brooks
Communications Director, Nova Scotia
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
902-830-3839
Chris.Brooks@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
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