Quebec kicks in for Orford recreation infrastructure

The Quebec government will contribute just over $1 million dollars to ensure the sustainability and quality of the facilities, at Mount Owl's Head, and to encourage the local and regional population to engage in regular physical activity.

Contributions will go to Adventures Mont Owl’s Head and the Township of Potton for two sports and recreation infrastructure projects.

Orford MP Pierre Reid made the announcement Thursday on behalf of the Minister of Education, Recreation and Sport ,Sébastien. Proulx.

Aventures Mount Owl's Head's project is focused on developing a 46.5-kilometer trail in three phases, that feature a skills park, a multi-purpose link to the marina, and a cross-country course. In addition, this trail will be available for hiking, mountain biking, and crosscountry skiing. The project will be completed with a maximum of $760,742 in government assistance.

With respect to the Township of Potton, the project consists primarily of building a permanent roof covering the municipal rink, as well as a lighting system, a multifunctional concrete surface, and new rink bands. This represents a maximum investment of up to $603,586.

"I am pleased that people in the Orford riding will be able to benefit from our government's sport and recreation infrastructure initiatives,” Reid said..”by encouraging physical activity, we are promoting the general well-being of all and we are proud of it. This is great news for users of the existing ice rink and for those of the future trail.”