Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador strengthen province’s tourism industry
Backgrounder
The governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador invest more than $2.7 million in province’s tourism industry to stimulate the local economy, create jobs, support the tourism sector, and improve the quality of life for Canadians.
| CLIENT NAME | PROJECT | GOVERNMENT OF CANADA TOTAL | PROVINCE OF NL TOTAL |
| Gros Morne Co-operating Association | Support the development and implementation of cultural experiences in the Gros Morne region. | $939,900 non-repayable ($140,000 contribution over three years from Parks Canada) |
$264,000 non-repayable |
| Theatre Newfoundland and Labrador | Support the Gros Morne Theatre Festival operations in Cow Head and enhance its marketing and production of the festival. | $350,000 non-repayable |
$75,000 non-repayable (over two years |
| House’s Limited (Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins) | Improve and enhance existing accommodations of property located in Cow Head, NL. | $250,000 repayable |
$25,000 non-repayable |
| Newfoundland and Labrador Outfitters Association |
Implement a marketing strategy to help the outfitting industry rebuild and grow. | $190,000 non-repayable |
$90,000 non-repayable |
| Cabox Geopark Inc. |
Undertake Phase 2 of establishing a world-class Geopark, in the Bay of Islands region of Western Newfoundland. | $126,868 non-repayable |
$48,795 non-repayable |
| Ledonis Ltd. (Mountain Waters Resort) | Improve and enhance existing accommodations of property and RV park located in Portland Creek | $100,000 repayable |
$20,000 non-repayable |
| Wild Gros Morne Outdoor Experience Incorporated |
Undertake enhancements to an existing RV Park and adventure tourism operation located in Woody Point. | $100,000 non-repayable |
$25,000 non-repayable |
| Total | $2,196,768 | $547,795 |
Contacts
Hugo Alvarez
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Rural Economic Development
Paul McGrath
Director of Communications
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
709-689-5731
Meghan McCabe
Office of the Premier
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
709-729-3960
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