Town of Lockeport Upgrades Tourism Infrastructure to Attract New Visitors
July 22, 2015 – Lockeport, N.S. – Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Lockeport is renowned for its white sand beaches, picturesque seaside cottages and the warm welcome it bestows on visitors. Downtown revitalizations and waterfront developments have already increased tourism capacity. The town is continuing its strategic focus on tourism with the goal of making each visit a memorable and inviting experience. Lockeport's online welcome says it all, "Come for a visit, stay for a lifetime."
Parliamentary Secretary Gerald Keddy today announced that the Government of Canada is working with Lockeport to help it achieve its tourism goals with a $55,000 contribution through ACOA’s Innovative Communities Fund (ICF).
With this initiative, the Town will continue to revamp its community tourism infrastructure, including upgrading the original boardwalk system and replacing outdated waterfront lighting with an efficient LED alternative. The project will also contribute to the expansion of community murals, the establishment of a directional signage program, and involve refurbishments to Seacaps Memorial Park. These improvements will assist Lockeport in its efforts to attract additional festivals and events, provide tourists with key points of interest, and generate increased tourism traffic for local businesses.
This investment will build upon previous tourism developments to create additional visitor and business opportunities in the historic Town.
Quick Facts:
- Lockeport’s Crescent Beach was featured on the back of the 1954 Canadian fifty dollar bill.
- Lockeport is home to Nova Scotia's first Provincially Registered Streetscape which includes five historic homes, situated at the lower end of South Street and overlooking Lockeport Harbour.
- Lockeport hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including the Harmony Bazaar Festival, the Lockeport Sea Derby, and the Lobster Festival.
Quotes:
“Nestled on the Atlantic coast, Lockeport's past and present are immersed in the tradition, culture and economy of the sea. Our Government is pleased to invest in tourism infrastructure that will pay dividends well into the future by helping to increase visitation and build awareness of all Lockeport has to offer.”
- Gerald Keddy, Parliamentary Secretary to the to the Minister of Agriculture, to the Minister of National Revenue and for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, and Member of Parliament for South Shore-St. Margaret’s, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (ACOA)
“On behalf of the Town of Lockeport, I’d like to express our gratitude for the partnership between the different levels of government on this project. This support will allow the municipality to take on a multitude of tourism infrastructure projects that will have a significant impact on our local economy. The Town will continue to work strategically to create economic growth that resonates with businesses and community members of Lockeport.”
- Darian Huskilson, Mayor of the Town of Lockeport
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Contacts:
Kelsie Corey
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of State
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
613-941-7241
Alex Smith
Director, Communications and Outreach
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
902-426-9417 / 902-448-2748 (cell)
E-mail: Alex.Smith@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
Joyce Young
Town Clerk/Treasurer
Town of Lockeport
(902) 656-2216
townoflockeport@ns.sympatico.ca
