September 12, 2014 - Harbour Grace, Newfoundland and Labrador
Senator Fabian Manning, on behalf of the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, announced today that the Government of Canada is investing in a harbour improvement project at Harbour Grace, Newfoundland and Labrador.
The project consists of the extension of a finger pier wharf to create a protected area for larger fishing vessels, to be completed over two years. This work will ensure that fishermen have additional safe berthing and offloading facilities. Construction is planned to start this fall and is expected to be completed by March 2016.
Funding for this project is part of the Government of Canada’s investment of approximately $106 million in repair, construction, maintenance and dredging projects at small craft harbours across Canada. This includes $66 million in regular program funding for the Small Craft Harbours Program in 2014-15 and an additional $40 million over two years, as announced in Economic Action Plan 2014.
Other Newfoundland and Labrador Small Craft Harbours projects will be announced at a later date.
“Our Government is proud to invest in Harbour Grace to ensure that fishermen and harbour users have a safe and reliable facility to carry out their daily activities. Investing in small craft harbours means ensuring that they continue to meet the needs of the commercial fishing industry and support local economies.”
The Honourable Fabian Manning, Senator
“Small craft harbours are an integral part of coastal communities, much like Harbour Grace. After my visit in December, I am delighted that our government is addressing the concerns of the Harbour Grace Harbour Authority. It is of the utmost importance that we provide these hard-working fishermen a safe environment to profitably do their work.”
The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans
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Media Relations
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