Government provides funding for West Coast Investment Attraction

Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology Andrew Parsons has announced $59,411 for three projects in the western region which will help boost the area’s potential for investment attraction, as well as provincial food security.

The City of Corner Brook will receive $46,090 to secure a consultant to conduct an industrial park feasibility study and to enhance accessibility at Bartlett’s Point Park.

In a separate project, the city will also receive $7,500 to engage professional services to conduct a feasibility study on the establishment of a farmers’ market in Corner Brook.

The Qalipu Mi'kmaq First Nation will receive $5,821 to support Qalipu business owners through increased marketing, production of content and member business profiles within the western region.