Project funding announced today by the Provincial Government will support two economic development partners in the Labrador Straits to enhance opportunities in the region.
To accommodate more visitors to view its North Atlantic Right Whale skeleton exhibit, the Town of Red Bay received approval of $75,000 to assist with its relocation to the town’s waterfront building. This will allow the town to create a more user friendly, interactive and educational experience around the exhibit, especially in the ongoing research around protecting the endangered North Atlantic Right Whale. Red Bay was designated a National Historic Site in 1978, and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013.
The Southern Labrador Development Association plays an important role in economic and social development in communities between L’Anse au Clair and Red Bay. To improve and promote its existing services, the association received approval of $7,188 to assist with the development of a new interactive website and revised logo. This support will help them promote opportunities for increased collaboration and membership for businesses, communities and organizations in the region.
Utilizing the Regional Development Fund, support for these projects builds on the Provincial Government’s commitment to strengthen the province’s economic foundation.
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“We are pleased to contribute to these regional economic development initiatives led by the Town of Red Bay and the Southern Labrador Development Association. These projects will play a role in supporting opportunities in the area, led by many dedicated community leaders.”
Honourable Andrew Parsons
Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology
“The Provincial Government is pleased to support two projects in the Labrador Straits that are promoting economic development in the region and enhancing the visitor experience at Red Bay. Investing in communities is vital in growing the rural economy as we emerge from the pandemic and focus on encouraging people to visit and take advantage of everything that Labrador has to offer.”
Honourable Lisa Dempster
Minister Responsible for Labrador Affairs
Minister Responsible for Indigenous Affairs and Reconciliation
MHA for District of Cartwright-L’Anse au Clair
“This unique region of Labrador is home to many popular tourist destinations, including the Red Bay National Historic Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Battle Harbour, and the Point Amour Lighthouse Provincial Historic Site, the tallest lighthouse in Atlantic Canada. Supporting these projects will help generate increased visitation to the Labrador Straits region, and help keep the regional economic tourism engines turning.”
Honourable Steve Crocker
Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation
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