MIL OSI Translation. Canadian French to English –
Source: Government of Canada – in French 1
Press release
To boost tourism, the federal government is offering financial assistance to businesses and organizations
September 27, 2024 North Rustico, Prince Edward Island Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Tourism plays a vital role in Atlantic Canada, boosting local economies, creating jobs and energizing communities. Tourism also helps preserve, promote and celebrate the region’s diverse cultural heritage, fostering awareness and understanding of the many peoples who call it home. The Government of Canada is investing to help six tourism operators in central Prince Edward Island seize opportunities to boost tourism and ensure the industry is well-positioned for long-term sustainable growth.
Discover the island all year round
Today, Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, announced a total contribution of $1,725,333 for ten projects to support the advancement of Prince Edward Island’s tourism industry. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA.
These investments will help the Municipality of North Rustico, Tourism Cavendish Beach, L’Tourism Industry Association of Prince Edward Island, The Island Path, Central Coastal Tourism Partnership, And Golf PEI to plan and create dynamic tourism experiences, and will support PEI Events Innovation Fund which helps non-profit organizations create and organize festivals and cultural events to expand the island’s tourist offering during all four seasons.
The province of Prince Edward Island is also contributing $986,575 to nine of these projects.
For further information on the projects, please see the attached backgrounder.
Today’s announcement further demonstrates the Government of Canada’s commitment to growing Atlantic Canada’s tourism sector and increasing the region’s potential as a world-class destination of choice.
Quotes
“Breathtaking scenery, vibrant culture and welcoming people, Prince Edward Island is ready to be explored all year long. On this magical island, people return again and again to discover more. This World Tourism Day, make plans to experience all this incredible region has to offer.”
– The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA
“People come from all over the world to experience the beautiful scenery, world-class cuisine and vibrant cultural events that Prince Edward Island has to offer. Investing in our province’s tourism operators and associations will help them meet this demand and showcase this great destination.”
– Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque
“The Government of Prince Edward Island strongly believes in our tourism industry and the exciting future that lies ahead. This funding announcement allows Island communities to plan and create exciting new tourism experiences. We are pleased to support this sector so that it continues to be one of our greatest assets. This Island is a place to visit and enjoy at any time of the year.”
– The Honourable Cory Deagle, Minister, Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture, PEI and MLA for Montague-Kilmuir
“For 26 years, the North Rustico Seawalk has been a vital part of the community, used daily by residents and visitors of all ages. With a large gazebo, picnic areas, access to the National Park beach, restaurants and shops at the North Rustico Harbour, the boardwalk offers both wellness and economic benefits. The replacement of the boardwalk is a step towards ensuring the safety, accessibility and enjoyment of our residents and the many tourists who visit North Rustico each year. The Municipality of North Rustico thanks the Government of Canada for its financial commitment, through ACOA, towards our boardwalk project.”
– Stephanie Moase, City Manager, Municipality of North Rustico
Quick Facts
World Tourism Day is celebrated on 27 September to raise awareness of the social, cultural, political and economic value of tourism and the contributions the sector can make to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. The theme of World Tourism Day 2024 is “Tourism and Peace”.
More than 7,500 businesses are part of the tourism sector in Atlantic Canada, operating in the areas of food service, accommodation, recreation, transportation and travel services. Together, these businesses employ more than 111,000 people in full- and part-time positions.
Tourism is a major driver of employment for Atlantic Canada’s population living outside major cities, accounting for approximately 9.5% of all local employment in rural communities.
The funding announced today is provided by the program Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (CERI), THE Business Development Program (BDP), and the Innovative Communities Fund (ICF) of ACOA.
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Contact persons
Connor BurtonPress SecretaryOffice of the Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities AgencyConnor.Burton@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
David FlemingCommunications ManagerAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agencydavid.fleming@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
April GallantSenior Communications OfficerFisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture, Province of Prince Edward Islandaldgallant@gov.pe.ca
Stephanie MoaseCity ManagerMunicipality of North Rusticosmoase@northrustico.com
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article is a translation. Apologies should the grammar and/or sentence structure not be perfect.