Atlantic Canada's main streets, downtowns and neighbourhoods are vibrant spaces where people gather to enjoy all that our urban and rural communities have to offer. After more than two years of the pandemic, people are yearning to safely connect and return to the region's downtown areas. The Government of Canada, through the Rediscover Main Streets initiative, is supporting community-led projects that will bring energy back to these lively and important community hubs.
Today, René Arseneault, Member of Parliament for Madawaska-Restigouche, announced total investments of $88,983 through Rediscover Main Streets for two projects in the Restigouche region. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA.
An investment of $55,155 to the Rural Community of Kedgwick will support activities to encourage residents and visitors to enjoy the downtown area, including the development of outdoor movie nights, the redevelopment of the farmers' market, and the installation of a digital sign and the production of an online guide to promote businesses and community events in the area.
An investment of $33,828 to the City of Saint-Quentin supported the installation of new promotional signage for the Western Festival held last July. The festival is a major annual event that benefits downtown businesses.
The Rediscover Main Streets initiative helps non-profit organizations team up to create new activities, develop marketing initiatives and promote events, all of which encourage residents and visitors alike to rediscover what the region's communities have to offer and drive more support for local businesses.
The Government of Canada is committed to helping small businesses and local communities recover and together work hard to build a strong and resilient economic recovery that works for every Canadian.
