The Town of Red Bay is improving its docking facilities and developing infrastructure with the support of an investment of more than $262,000 from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA). This investment helps meet the needs associated with increased cruise ship activity within the community and surrounding region
The funding was announced today in Red Bay by the Honourable Peter Penashue, Regional Minister for Newfoundland and Labrador, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and President of the Queens Privy Council, on behalf of the Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of State for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) and La Francophonie.
"Red Bay is strategically positioned on the coast of Labrador and has one of the oldest ports of call along the Labrador Straits. This project will enhance the comfort and experience of visitors to the region and opens the door to more visitors and increased spending in the area," said Minister Penashue. "It will allow the Town of Red Bay to grow economically through further development of the region’s tourism sector."
The Town of Red Bay is upgrading the electrical system at the docking facility, undertaking interior and exterior renovations, enhancing the parking area, improving the restroom facilities and creating a waiting area to welcome and accommodate visiting tourists.
The Government of Canada’s investment in this project was provided throughACOA's Innovative Communities Fund (ICF) which focuses on investments that lead to long-term employment and economic capacity building in rural communities.
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Regional Minister Peter Penashue was in Red Bay, Labrador today to announce federal support for important improvements to the community’s docking facilities – enhancing the town’s ability to meet the needs of increased cruise ship activity. Funding fromACOA of more than $260,000 will help the town upgrade the electrical system at the facility; undertake interior and exterior renovations; expand the parking area; and create a waiting area for visitors.
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Information:
Doug Burgess
Director Public Affairs
ACOA NL
709-772-2935
