Delta-Richmond East MP Kerry-Lynne Findlay was at Ladner Harbour this week to announce federal funding to benefit harbour operations.
Joined Tuesday by representatives from the Corporation of Delta, Fisheries and Oceans Canada and members of Ladner Fishers Committee, Findlay announced that the derrick will be replaced and electrical system upgraded at Ladner Harbour. The derrick is the crane used by fishermen as well as other harbour users for loading and unloading.
Last fall, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced an additional investment of $5.8 billion to build and renew infrastructure across the country. Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard will receive $551 million, which includes $288 million for improvements at small craft harbours.
"Once this work (at Ladner Harbour) is complete, fisherman will benefit from a safer and more efficient working environment," said Findlay, the minister of national revenue. "This funding is part of our government's ongoing commitment to support harbours, local economies and foster job creation.
"Ensuring the small craft harbours, such as here in Ladner, are kept in good operating condition, this not
only benefits those who use them but also the communities where they are located." Ladner Fishers Committee co-chair Jim Nightingale noted improvements will be seen in the day-to-day-operations at the harbour by those who depend on it.
A dollar figure on the upgrades isn't being released until the project has gone out to tender and a successful bidder is identified.
