Government of Canada Invests in Port Hawkesbury Waterfront Revitalization

Strategic Insights -

The Government of Canada has announced an investment of $189,909 in the Town of Port Hawkesbury to revitalize its waterfront, promoting economic development, tourism, and community growth. This funding, provided through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency's (ACOA) Innovative Communities Fund, supports Phase 1 of the Town's Waterfront Strategic Plan, which includes the development of a waterfront park, retail and rental kiosks, signage, and a public art installation. These improvements aim to make the town more inviting and accessible, boosting the local economy and increasing tourism potential.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Government of Canada has invested $189,909 in the Town of Port Hawkesbury through ACOA's Innovative Communities Fund to support Phase 1 of the Waterfront Strategic Plan.
  • The project includes the development of a waterfront park, retail and rental kiosks, signage, and a public art installation, all of which will be accessible.
  • The investments aim to make the town a more inviting place to work, live, and visit, boosting the local economy and increasing tourism potential.
  • The initiative aligns with the Government of Canada's commitment to supporting economic development, tourism, and community growth in Atlantic Canada.
  • The Town of Port Hawkesbury Council sees the waterfront and port as a top priority, with the funding providing the opportunity to advance their vision for waterfront renewal.
  • The investment also supports the town's efforts to showcase its reputation as a must-see destination, furthering its economic potential and making the waterfront more safe and accessible.

Statistics:

  • $189,909: The amount of funding invested by the Government of Canada through ACOA's Innovative Communities Fund.
  • 1: The phase of the Waterfront Strategic Plan supported by the funding.
  • 100%: The accessibility goal of the waterfront improvements.

Sources:

  • [Government of Canada]
  • [Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)]
  • [Town of Port Hawkesbury]
  • [Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA, Ginette Petitpas Taylor]
  • [Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and Member of Parliament for Cape Breton-Canso, Mike Kelloway]
  • [Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Province of Nova Scotia, John Lohr]
  • [Mayor of Port Hawkesbury, Brenda Chisholm-Beaton]