Nova Scotia Department of Public Works

10/20/2023 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/20/2023 13:10

New Recreational Infrastructure and Coastline Protection in Queens County

The community of Liverpool and surrounding area will soon have a new sports field, Mi'kmaw learning trail and better coastline protection.

"Whether it's recreational facilities or roads, investing in infrastructure in our communities makes the lives of Nova Scotians better," said Public Works Minister Kim Masland. "These investments will ensure the community has access to modern, inclusive, recreational infrastructure and roads that are built to withstand today's climate events."

Minister Masland and Jack Fancy, Deputy Mayor of the Region of Queens Municipality, announced a combined provincial, federal and municipal investment of almost $2.75 million to replace the Liverpool community sports field with a new synthetic turf soccer field and to construct a new 400-metre gravel running track.

The project will also include fencing, lighting and a Mi'kmaw learning trail which will provide a new, inclusive outdoor learning space.

The Province and the federal government are also investing about $1 million to support work to protect two segments of Shore Road in Western Head that are facing shoreline erosion and flooding.

Quotes:

Canada thrives when its communities are healthy and resilient. Investments like the one made today will not only promote active lifestyles for those who call Liverpool home but will also protect Shore Road against the increasing impacts of climate change, strengthening the community for years to come.Sean Fraser, federal Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities

Council is pleased, through the Region of Queens' Community Investment Fund, to supply the maximum 25 per cent funding, up to $250,000, towards the Liverpool sports field's cost. This recreational infrastructure illustrates the importance of developing healthy minds and bodies through inclusive venues.Darlene Norman, Mayor, Region of Queens Municipality

Quick Facts:

  • the Province of Nova Scotia is investing about $700,000 in the Liverpool community sports field project and about $500,000 to improve Shore Road
  • the Government of Canada is investing nearly $1.8 million to the sports field project, and almost $500,000 to improve Shore Road
  • the Region of Queens Municipality is contributing $250,000 to the Liverpool community sports field project
  • the current sod field has frequent drainage issues
  • work on Shore Road will include reinforcing an existing retaining wall and excavating existing rock and gravel

Additional Resources:

Department of Public Works on the X platform, formerly known as Twitter: https://twitter.com/NS_PublicWorks

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