Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. That is why the Government of Canada is helping the former Town of Beresford, now part of the newly-amalgamated Town of Belle-Baie, update key community infrastructure.
Today, Serge Cormier, Member of Parliament for Acadie-Bathurst, on behalf of the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA, along with the Honourable Réjean Savoie, MLA for Miramichi Bay-Neguac and Minister responsible for the Regional Development Corporation, announced total contributions of $705,134 to the Town of Belle-Baie.
The Government of Canada is providing a non-repayable contribution of $242,750 through ACOA's Innovative Communities Fund, while the Government of New Brunswick is providing $462,384.
These investments will support infrastructure upgrades to the Sportek Rodolphe Boudreau, including roof repairs and improvements to the washroom facilities. Upgrades to the complex, which houses a curling club as well as the region's only farmers market during the spring and summer seasons, will help improve visitor experience and increase opportunities for the town to attract businesses.
This announcement demonstrates the Government of Canada's commitment to helping Atlantic Canadian communities strengthen their infrastructure, supporting the tourism sector, as well as spurring job creation and prosperity across the region.
