Edmundston — People living in the Edmundston, Madawaska Maliseet First Nation and Haut-Madawaska area will benefit from accessible public transportation after an investment of more than $1.7 million from the federal, provincial and local governments. This was announced by MP René Arseneault, Minister Gilles LePage, and Northwest Regional Service Commission CEO Bruno Volpé.
The funding will enable the Northwest Regional Service Commission to purchase a bus, four minivans and related infrastructure, including bike racks, bus shelters, and the establishment of over 200 bus/taxibus stops. These investments will provide the region’s residents, including those with reduced mobility, with transportation options to carry out their daily activities. The transportation service will be called FlexGo.
“Investing in public transit is fundamental to creating inclusive communities and encouraging economic growth. This transit system is a good asset for the communities and the area as it will build resiliency and improve the quality of life of the residents.” – René Arseneault, MP for Madawaska-Restigouche, on behalf of Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities