Today, Darrell Samson, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Sackville-Preston-Chezzetcook, Kent Smith, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Eastern Shore, and Lisa Privett, Chairperson of MusGo Rider Cooperative Ltd., announced joint funding of $385,898 to purchase two vehicles, one fully electric and the other a hybrid, as well as build a heated garage with charging infrastructure.
These investments will help MusGo Rider, a community transportation organization which provides transportation services to rural communities along the Eastern Shore, meet increased demand for its door-to-door public transit service for the rural communities between East Preston and Lawrencetown to Ship Harbour.
This investment will provide residents, including seniors and students, with transportation options that will enable them to access education opportunities, go to work, attend medical appointments and do their day-to-day activities. Access to higher quality and lower emission public transit options will enhance the quality of life for residents and provide many users with greater independence and a sense of freedom.
By investing in infrastructure, the Government of Canada is growing our country's economy, increasing the resiliency of our communities, and improving the lives of Canadians.
