Winter activities are key economic generators, building strong, healthy communities. Investments in outdoor experiences in Labrador are helping to create a premier destination for winter enthusiasts.
To support economic development initiatives in Labrador, the Provincial Government is contributing nearly $82,000 to three projects.
The White Wolf Snowmobile Club provides snowmobile enthusiasts in Labrador West with access to over 500 kilometres of groomed trails. To help improve the quality of its extensive trail network, the club was approved for $35,182 to assist with the purchase of new equipment.
Grand River Snowmobile Club is a not-profit based in the Upper Lake Melville area and maintains a snowmobile trail network of over 350 kilometres in the region. The club was approved for $24,227 to assist with equipment upgrades and infrastructure improvements to support its trail network.
Birch Brook Nordic Ski Club offers over 50 kilometres of groomed cross-country ski and snowshoe trails in the Happy Valley-Goose Bay area. To assist with infrastructure improvements, Birch Brook Nordic Ski Club was approved for $22,483.
Funding for these projects will help improve winter tourism products and services, enhancing visitor experiences and supporting Labrador’s economy.
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“Outdoor winter experiences are economic generators for Labrador, and developing quality products is a priority for stakeholders in the region. We are pleased to support these three projects that will benefit the local economy.”
Honourable Andrew Parsons
Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology
“Labrador is an attractive destination, especially for outdoor enthusiasts and those who participate in winter activities. The region’s prime trails and outdoor recreation opportunities make it an exciting place to experience all that winter has to offer. This funding will help support these clubs provide high-quality, positive visitor experiences.”
Honourable Steve Crocker
Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation
“Labrador is unrivalled when it comes to opportunities to enjoy winter activities. Supporting volunteer-driven snowmobile and cross country ski clubs helps them improve facilities and infrastructure, which translates into benefits for residents of Labrador and visitors to the Big Land.”
Honourable Lisa Dempster
Minister Responsible for Labrador Affairs
Minister Responsible for Indigenous Affairs and Reconciliation
“We have worked together in the past on some projects that were a great benefit to the Grand River Snowmobile Club and our trails and look forward to working with all levels of government in the future.”
Greg Wheeler
Grand River Snowmobile Club
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