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ECONOMIC RENEWAL AGENCY--PORT HAWKESBURY WATERFRONT ------------------------------------------------------------------ The Nova Scotia government has approved $150,000 for further development of the Port Hawkesbury waterfront, Economic Renewal Minister Ross Bragg announced today. The provincial assistance is being provided to the Strait Area Development Commission primarily for infilling and crib work along a stretch of waterfront between Pitt and Philpott Streets, below Granville Street. Other capital improvements include installation of power to the information kiosk and lamp poles for the stairway. In addition, a consultant's study to help devise a tourism strategy for the waterfront will be undertaken. Mr. Bragg said, "Many towns dot our coastline, but not all are fortunate enough to have waterfrontage within their boundaries. Waterfront development projects not only increase the attractiveness of a community, they are also a great tourism draw." The residents of Port Hawkesbury will now have a venue for local celebrations and should enjoy strolling on an attractive and well-lit boardwalk, the minister said. He added that a developed waterfront will help make Port Hawkesbury a gateway, attracting yachters and encouraging travellers to stop to visit, rather than driving through the town toward other destinations. Mr. Bragg also noted the progress of the Nova Scotia Works employment program in the region. "I announced the creation of the Nova Scotia Works program on Dec. 13 and since then, we've approved 100 jobs in the six counties eligible for the program" the minister. "I'm very happy to report that Nova Scotia Works has already put 33 people back to work in Guysborough and Inverness counties. I'd like to congratulate the local business community for their interest and participation in this program," he added. -30- Contact: Linda Laffin, 902-424-8922 lm January 9, 1995