The provincial and federal governments have announced funding for seventeen projects in northeastern New Brunswick valued at $4.82 million.

Miramichi Bay-Neguac MLA Réjean Savoie said “Infrastructure projects are important to all New Brunswickers, regardless of where you live. We are keeping residents safe by supporting fire department expansion and modernization efforts, and we are helping people remain active by ensuring trail systems and recreational facilities are first class.”

Approved projects range in size and cost. The Tabusintac Regional Golf Club is getting almost $495,000 to build a multi-purpose, energy-efficient clubhouse. The Miscou fire department is receiving about $402,000 to expand the fire hall and create a new bay and training area. The Pointe-Sapin community centre is getting more than $184,000 to replace siding on the facility and install a new steel roof. The Scottish Heritage Society is receiving about $167,000 to make upgrades to Wilson’s Point Historic Site in Derby Junction.

The Canada Community-Building Fund is a permanent source of federal funding for infrastructure investments. While 80 per cent of the funding is allocated to local governments, 20 per cent is available for projects benefiting the residents of local service districts.

Regional service commissions, water and wastewater commissions, community groups and other organizations offering services that benefit unincorporated areas were invited to apply for funding. More information on the Canada Community-Building Fund is available on the provincial government’s website.