The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec announced a total of $910,309 in investments in the Port de Havre-Saint-Pierre to modernize and optimize the Portail Pélagie-Cormier, a key reception pavilion for tourism and economic development in Minganie. The total project cost sits at over $1.6 million.
Through this strategic project, the Port de Havre‑Saint‑Pierre will be able to consolidate its role as a regional economic driver, in particular by improving the quality of the services it offers to renters, cruise passengers and visitors. It also aims to ensure the durability of the tourist reception building, guaranteeing its functionality and performance in the long term.
The Portail Pélagie-Cormier project will be implemented in three phases:
- Modernization of the reception building and upgrading of the public spaces, as well as the addition of a new public workspace;
- Refurbishment of a portion of the second floor by adding three rental offices and a washroom accessible to individuals with reduced mobility.
- Optimization of the building’s exterior to improve the visitor experience.
The project directly aligns with the tourism and economic priorities of the MRC de Minganie and the Ville de Havre-Saint-Pierre, which support the sustainable development of their natural, maritime and cultural assets.
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), joined Kateri Champagne Jourdain, Minister of Natural Resources and Forests, Minister Responsible for the Société du Plan Nord and Member for Duplessis, to announce the project last week.
(Photo from Cruise Canada New England)