Norris Point, Newfoundland and Labrador - Small craft harbours are at the heart of Canada's coastal communities. They play a vital role for the fisheries sector, while supporting tourism and safe access to waterways for everyone.
Today, the Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, on behalf of the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, officially opened a new small boat basin in Neddies Harbour, Norris Point. This investment reflects the government's dedication to fostering economic growth in the marine and fisheries sectors.
The $3.2 million climate-resilient infrastructure project included construction of a new treated timber crib marginal wharf and finger pier; a launchway; two floating docks; armour stone breakwater; an exterior laydown area with a storage/electrical building; as well as habitat replacement and monitoring.
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) operates and maintains a national system of 949 harbours to provide commercial fish harvesters and other harbour users with safe and accessible facilities. DFO staff work with local harbour authorities that manage daily harbour operations and determine infrastructure needs.
