Backgrounder: Central P.E.I. will benefit from modernized community spaces and tourism offerings
Backgrounder
The Government of Canada is investing more than $140,000 in six projects to support the tourism and community growth in Central P.E.I.
| CLIENT NAME | PROJECT | TOTAL | CLIENT CONTACT |
| The Lone Oak Inc. | Support additions to improve visitor experience at the company’s new second location at “The Milky Way” causeway, including an outdoor stage. | $63,650 Non-repayable TRF |
Jared Murphy CEO (902) 729-2228 |
| Rise & Climb Adventure | Support improvements to the laser tag course, additions to the high ropes course and new signage for the business. | $27,500 Non-repayable TRF |
Michael Corney Owner (902) 394-2021 |
| Central Coastal Tourism Partnership | Support product development, marketing, and cost sharing programs for members. | $20,100 Non-repayable BDP |
Jillian O’Halloran Executive Director (902) 963-3613 |
| Outside Expeditions | Support new equipment purchases and improvements to kayak tours and rentals to enhance the tour experience. | $15,650 Non-repayable TRF |
Kenneth Sanderson Owner (902) 963-3366 |
| Hampshire Women’s Institute | Support accessibility, electrical, and plumbing upgrades to bathrooms the community hall. | $12,149 Non-repayable CCRF |
Cathy Croken President (902) 566-3800 |
| Greenvale Women’s Institute | Support energy efficiency improvements to the facility, including the installation of a new heat pump, for year-round use. | $4,551 Non-repayable CCRF |
Shelly Kavanagh Treasurer (902) 338-4064 |
| Total | $143,600 |
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
Jacqueline Beauregard
Director, Policy, Advocacy, and Coordination
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
jacqueline.beauregard@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
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