Fundy-St. Martins shines a light on local tourism
News release
August 17, 2023 · St. Martins, New Brunswick · Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Communities flourish when local businesses and organizations have the infrastructure and resources they need to attract visitors to our rural areas. The Government of Canada, through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), is investing to support tourism growth in Fundy-St. Martins.
Today, Wayne Long, Member of Parliament for Saint John–Rothesay, announced an investment of $620,000 through ACOA’s Innovative Communities Fund (ICF) for Fundy-St. Martins. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA.
The Honourable Tammy Scott-Wallace, Minister of Tourism, Heritage and Culture also announced contributions of $480,000 on behalf of the Province of New Brunswick.
The project will support the construction of an amphitheatre and improvements to key tourism infrastructure, including the revitalization of the community lighthouse tourism centre. These enhancements will allow Fundy-St. Martins to better welcome and direct visitors to businesses and services, address traffic safety issues and improve accessibility in support of the tourism industry in the area.
Atlantic Canada has the wind in its sails. In March, the Public Policy Forum published a report that confirms that the region is poised for exponential growth. Today’s announcement highlights the Government of Canada’s commitment to build on that momentum by strengthening our communities, creating new opportunities, and setting the stage for a strong, sustainable future.
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“Tourism is vital to so many of our small communities – attracting visitors, creating jobs, and driving local business. I am pleased the Government of Canada, through ACOA, is helping communities like Fundy-St. Martins raise their tourism profile so that more people can discover the magic that makes Atlantic Canada so special and unique.”
- The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA
“I am so pleased that our government, through ACOA, is working together with Fundy-St. Martins to build a new amphitheatre and improve local attractions that promote inclusiveness and accessibility. This community has so much to offer visitors, from natural beauty and amazing outdoor adventures to vibrant cultural experiences. Today’s investment will help the region fulfill its potential and seize opportunities, bringing economic benefits for years to come.”
- Wayne Long, Member of Parliament for Saint John-Rothesay
“Investing in key tourism infrastructure for Fundy-St. Martins will support a positive visitor experience and tourism growth. We have already made significant investments in the region with the completion of the Vaughan Creek Covered Bridge and the Fundy Connector Road and with today’s announcement, the community will be better positioned to welcome and direct visitors.”
- The Honourable Tammy Scott-Wallace, Minister of Tourism, Heritage and Culture speaking on behalf of the Honourable Réjean Savoie, Minister responsible for Regional Development Corporation (RDC)
“Tourism is growing in the Fundy-St. Martins region, and it is projects like this that will allow us to continue to deliver a grade A experience for our visitors.”
- Mayor James (Jim) Bedford
Quick facts
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Fundy-St. Martins is a newly formed community that includes three former Local Service Districts of Simonds, Fairfield, and St. Martins, and the Village of St. Martins.
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The population of the new municipality is approximately 5,200 people, covering a large geographical area of diverse social and economic backgrounds.
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Tourism has become a key catalyst for economic growth in this region.
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With its rich history, its natural beauty, its growing artisan community, and the proximity of the Fundy Trail, tourism is growing exponentially.
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The Innovative Communities Fund (ICF) supports projects that build the economies of communities in Atlantic Canada. Through the ICF, ACOA works with communities to find opportunities for growth.
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Contacts
Hugo Alvarez
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Rural Economic Development
Hugo.Alvarez@ised-isde.gc.ca
Ann Kenney
Senior Communications Officer
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
ann.kenney@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
Mary-Anne Hurley-Corbyn
Communications
Regional Development Corporation
mary-anne.hurley-corbyn@gnb.ca
Mayor Jim Bedford
Fundy-St. Martins
JamesBedford@FundyStMartins.ca
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