A notable destination for winter enthusiasts, Clarenville and area attracts visitors with a variety of outdoor recreation activities, including alpine skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and Nordic skiing. To enhance the region’s overall winter tourism product and experience, the Governments of Newfoundland and Labrador and Canada are investing more than $562,000 in two projects.
The Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology, today announced a contribution of $93,750 for Alpine Development Alliance Corporation, operators of White Hills Resort, to assist with equipment upgrades and infrastructure improvements. Minister Parsons also announced a contribution of $110,666 for the Clarenville Nordic Ski Club for the purchase of new equipment for its trail network. The Government of Canada, through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, is providing $243,750 toward the White Hills Resort initiative and investing $114,000 in the Clarenville Nordic Ski Club project.
Winter tourism is important to economic development in Clarenville and area. This support from the Federal and Provincial Governments will allow Alpine Development Alliance Corporation to improve operational efficiencies at the White Hills Resort and enable the Clarenville Nordic Ski Club to better maintain its high-quality offerings, enhancing the overall visitor experience.
Alpine Development Alliance Corporation is a not-for-profit social enterprise that consists of representatives from various community and municipal organizations. The Clarenville Nordic Ski Club was incorporated in 1989 and has been in operation for nearly 50 years.
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“Developing winter tourism products has been a priority for stakeholders in Clarenville and area. We are pleased to support the Alpine Development Alliance Corporation and the Clarenville Nordic Ski Club with the implementation of opportunities to support economic development in the region.”
Honourable Andrew Parsons
Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology
“Newfoundland and Labrador is an attractive winter tourism destination. Clarenville and the surrounding area offer exciting outdoor experiences for winter enthusiasts. Funding will enable the White Hills Resort and the Clarenville Nordic Ski Club to enhance their operations. This will draw residents and visitors to the area to participate in fun-filled winter outdoor activities, benefitting the local economy and tourism and hospitality businesses.”
Honourable Steve Crocker
Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation
“Winter tourism is a key economic generator and helps build strong, healthy communities. The Clarenville area is one of our province’s premier destinations for outdoor enthusiasts and winter activities. That is why I’m pleased that the Government of Canada is investing in these projects with the Alpine Development Alliance Corporation and Clarenville Nordic Ski Club. It will help improve their tourism products and services, enhance visitor experiences and support our region’s economy.”
Churence Rogers
MP for Bonavista-Burin-Trinity on behalf of the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA
“The Board of Directors of Alpine Development Alliance Corporation are appreciative for funding received under the Regional Development Fund from the province and ACOA. The funding has allowed us to make investments toward sustaining White Hills Alpine operations. Our investments were specific to green investments to improve emergency use and to improve guest experiences.”
Richard Power
Chairperson, Alpine Development Alliance Corporation
“As a result of this financial contribution, Clarenville Nordic Ski Club can continue to provide great cross country skiing, delivering economic benefits as members and visitors alike spend more of their recreation dollars enjoying the top notch conditions the club is able to offer. Our sincerest thank you to both levels of government for their recognition that active healthy lifestyles and economic development can compliment each other.”
Keith Barrington
Clarenville Nordic Ski Club
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Clarenville Nordic Ski Club
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