Cape Breton campground getting clean drinking water

Federal government calls for bids on Corney Brook project

There’s good news on tap for campers at Corney Brook Campground.

The Parks Canada campsite located about 15 kilometres outside Cheticamp in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park should have access to clean water this season.

The federal government recently called for bids to build an alternative energy water disinfection system for the small, oceanside campground, which currently has 20 unserviced sites. While there are fireplaces and one washroom building with flush toilets, there is currently no potable water on site. The renewable energy system is needed at the Corney Brook location because there is no conventional power in the immediate area.

Coady Slaunwhite, a public relations officer with Parks Canada, said the work is part of $3 billion the federal government is spending over five years to help more Canadians connect with nature by upgrading infrastructure in national parks, national historic sites, and national marine conservation areas across Canada.

He said the Corney Brook project will not only improve visitor experience, but also help to ensure the ecological integrity of the surrounding area through the use of a renewable energy source.

The project is expected to be completed by March 15. Bidders can find more information on the project by visiting the Government of Canada online tendering service at www.buyandsell.gc.ca/tenders.