Local athletic track and soccer field receiving a much needed facelift
April 4, 2014 - Neguac, N.B. - Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
The citizens of Neguac and surrounding communities will soon have access to a renovated athletic track and soccer field thanks to investments by the Government of Canada and the Province of New Brunswick. Plans are under way to renovate the community’s sporting infrastructure which will help the Village of Neguac host more sporting events, bring more visitors to the region and improve the local economy.
Tilly O’Neill Gordon, Member of Parliament for Miramichi, today announced, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (ACOA), support to the Village of Neguac along with the Honourable David Alward, Premier of New Brunswick. Serge Robichaud, MLA for Miramichi Bay-Neguac and Village of Neguac officials also took part in the event.
The project involves renovations to the village’s 400 metre athletics track and its central soccer field located on the grounds of the Centre scolaire-communautaire Lafontaine in Neguac. Earthwork, excavation, a new synthetic surface, asphalt paving and the installation of a drainage system for surface water, perimeter fencing and lighting are all part of this project.
The Government of Canada is investing $150,000 through ACOA's Innovative Communities Fund. The Province of New Brunswick is also investing $150,000 through the Regional Development Corporation, while the Village of Neguac is contributing $45,000.
Quick Facts
- The village of Neguac has the distinction of being known as the “Capitale des Savoie.” It was founded by Jean Savoie in 1756 and was incorporated in 1967. The village has a population of 1,678.
- The main economic activities in the local area are commercial fishing, of species such as lobster, and oyster farming. The renowned Maison Beausoleil’s oysters positions Neguac as Atlantic Canada’s Oyster Hub.
- The Association des Loisirs St-Bernard Inc. encourages and develops recreational activities within the Village of Neguac and coordinates use of the sports facilities in the area.
- In August 2014, the Village of Neguac is hosting events of the New Brunswick Indian Games held in the neighboring First Nation of Esgenoopetitj.
Quotes
“Our Government, through ACOA, is continuing to support communities across Atlantic Canada. By improving community facilities like the athletic track and soccer field in Neguac, we are helping to sustain community development, boost economic activity and maintain a high-quality of life for New Brunswickers.”
- Tilly O’Neill Gordon, Member of Parliament for Miramichi, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (ACOA)
“Investing in this community track and field project will promote healthy living for residents, students and families in the Neguac area.This project will be an important asset to the entire community through the hosting of sporting and community events that will spur local businesses and sustain jobs.”
- The Honourable David Alward, Premier of New Brunswick
" Improving the athletics track and adding on a soccer field is a community project. This will benefit our local athlete and the entire Acadian Peninsula community. The population will also be able to enjoy this facility for jogging or walking. As Mayor, I am extremely proud of the financial support provided by the Province of New Brunswick and the Government of Canada to the Village of Neguac to achieve this long-term community project.”
- George Savoie, Mayor of Neguac
Associated Links
• www.acoa-apeca.gc.ca
• http://actionplan.gc.ca/
• http://www.neguac.com/
Contacts
Kelsie Corey
Director of Communications
Office of the Honourable Rob Moore
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
613-941-7241
Ted Parisé
Senior Communications Officer
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
506-452-3917
Bruce Macfarlane
Communications
Economic Development
506-453-8607
George Savoie
Mayor
Village of Neguac
506-776-3950
