Strengthening Newfoundland and Labrador’s tourism industry

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Newfoundland & Labrador- The governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador invest more than $2.7 million in province’s tourism industry to stimulate the local economy, create jobs, support the tourism sector, and improve the quality of life for Canadians.

CLIENT NAMEPROJECTGOVERNMENT OF CANADA TOTALPROVINCE OF NL TOTAL
Gros Morne Co-operating AssociationSupport the development and implementation of cultural experiences in the Gros Morne region.$939,900

non-repayable

($140,000 contribution over three years from Parks Canada)

$264,000

non-repayable
(over two years)

Theatre Newfoundland and LabradorSupport the Gros Morne Theatre Festival operations in Cow Head and enhance its marketing and production of the festival.$350,000
non-repayable
$75,000
non-repayable
(over two years
House’s Limited (Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins)Improve and enhance existing accommodations of property located in Cow Head, NL.$250,000

repayable

$25,000

non-repayable

Newfoundland and Labrador Outfitters AssociationImplement a marketing strategy to help the outfitting industry rebuild and grow.$190,000
non-repayable
$90,000

non-repayable

Cabox Geopark Inc.Undertake Phase 2 of establishing a world-class Geopark, in the Bay of Islands region of Western Newfoundland.$126,868

non-repayable

$48,795

non-repayable

Ledonis Ltd. (Mountain Waters Resort)Improve and enhance existing accommodations of property and RV park located in Portland Creek$100,000

repayable

$20,000

non-repayable

Wild Gros Morne Outdoor Experience IncorporatedUndertake enhancements to an existing RV Park and adventure tourism operation located in Woody Point.$100,000

non-repayable

$25,000

non-repayable

Total$2,196,768 $547,795