Sault Ste. Marie to benefit from key tourism infrastructure upgrades
News release
Federal investment supports modernization of the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre
June 27, 2018 – Sault Ste. Marie, ON – Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario - FedNor
To further enhance Sault Ste. Marie’s position as a tourism destination of choice and to enhance business opportunities in the region, the Government of Canada is investing $438,000 in the Canadian Bushplane and Heritage Centre (CBHC). The investment will support the modernization of the facility by improving exhibition space, introducing new nature and insect exhibits, and renovating public areas to improve the visitor experience and increase attendance.
The funding was announced today by Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for FedNor.
This FedNor investment will enable the CBHC to construct exhibit development and events spaces, a production studio and control room, an archival research and program area, as well as a traveling and rotating exhibit. In addition, the project will result in the renovation of key public spaces including the front lobby, gift shop and washrooms.
Quotes
"Tourism is a major economic driver for all regions of Canada and I am proud that our Government, through organizations such as FedNor, is supporting growth in Canada’s tourism sector and helping drive more international visitation to Canada. Today’s announcement will help fuel the regional economy and help create jobs and opportunity for local residents."
- The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for FedNor
"The Government of Canada is proud to invest in strategic initiatives that strengthen the tourism sector and enhance business development and growth. This investment will help attract additional visitors to Sault Ste. Marie from outside the region, and create new business opportunities for the Canadian Bushplane and Heritage Centre to support its future growth and sustainability."
- Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie
"We would like to acknowledge the Government of Canada and FedNor for their ongoing support. As a result of this investment, we will be better positioned to offer new and exciting exhibits that will contribute to the long-term growth of the centre and help the regional economy through increased tourism visitation and spending."
- Kim Park, President, Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre
Quick facts
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The funding announced today is provided through FedNor’s Northern Ontario Development Program, which supports projects that promote sustainable community economic development, enhance business development and growth, and facilitate innovation throughout the region.
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The recently released Prosperity and Growth Strategy for Northern Ontario outlines the Government of Canada’s approach to ensure the region can fully benefit from the national Innovation and Skills Plan. It is focused on three key economic development areas: supporting innovation; growing companies; and building stronger communities.
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Contacts
Kim Fewchuk
Communications Officer
FedNor
705-971-4112
Kim.Fewchuk@canada.ca
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