August 7, 2006
Quispamsis, New Brunswick
The Town of Quispamsis celebrated today the grand opening
of its new Arts and Culture Park. The event took place in
conjunction with festivities for the Town's 40th
Anniversary Celebration and New Brunswick Day events.
"I am confident that the Town of Quispamsis will see the
positive impact of this new Arts and Culture Park as
families and tourists use it year-round," said Rob Moore,
MP for Fundy-Royal, on behalf of the Honourable Peter
MacKay, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of the
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA). "Canada's new
government supports projects in New Brunswick that will
benefit generations to come."
"As MLA for Kennebecasis, I am very pleased to be sharing
in this important occasion with ACOA and the Town of
Quispamsis," said Brenda Fowlie, Minister of
Energy. "People from our Town and the surrounding area
have a beautiful new central place to celebrate our vibrant
arts and culture community and to host a wide range of
regional events."
"We are very pleased to officially open our new Quispamsis
Arts and Culture Park," said Quispamsis Mayor Ron
Maloney. "The park has created a real sense of pride in
our community. It will always remain a focal point where
residents and neighbours can gather and enjoy all the
delights that this park has to offer."
The Arts and Culture Park is an open-air art gallery where
local artists can display their works and promote their
talents. The Park will also provide a new and unique venue
for art workshops, festivals, musical performances, outdoor
movies and markets designed to bring the community together
and attract more visitors to the area. During the winter
months, an outdoor rink with music and lighting will be a
festive addition to the town's existing outdoor activities.
The Government of Canada invested a total of $488,284 in
the project under ACOA's Strategic Community Investment
Fund. The Province of New Brunswick also supported the
project contributing $60,000 through the Environmental
Trust Fund and the Family and Youth Capital Assistance
Program. Other financial contributors include J.D. Irving,
Limited, the Greater Saint John Community Foundation, the
Sobey's Foundation, the Quispamsis Island View Lions Club
and the Rotary Club of Rothesay-Kings.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Peta Fussell
Senior Communications Officer
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, NB
(506) 451-2667
Mike Brennan
Town Administrator
Town of Quispamsis
(506) 849-5755
Bob Fowlie
Executive Assistant to the Minister of Energy
Province of New Brunswick
(506) 470-0981
