Senator Fabian Manning has announced that the Government of Canada will invest more than $9 million over the next two years in seven small craft harbors on the Burin Peninsula and in southwestern Newfoundland.
These harbor improvement projects will provide a safer and more efficient working environment for harbor users and local fishermen.
“ Our Government believes in protecting the way of life of hardworking communities like Burin. Since forming Government, we have invested over $1 billion in Small Craft Harbors. Our investments have created jobs in coastal communities and ensured an efficient, safe work environment for our fishermen. We will continue to stand up for the interests of our fishermen ,” Manning said.
The projects are as follows: