The Isthmus Area Development Association will upgrade the Long Cove marina with more than $43,500 in funding assistance through the federal government’s Economic Action Plan. 
“The Government of Canada recognizes the importance of maintaining community infrastructure, which in turn supports tourism growth and assists with economic development,” National Defence Minister Peter MacKay, who is the Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador, said.
“Projects like the further development of the Long Cove Marina show clearly how funding from our Economic Action Plan is building stronger communities across Canada.”
According to a news release, funding support for the project is provided through the Community Adjustment Fund (CAF), a key economic stimulus initiative of the Government of Canada's Economic Action Plan.
The federal investment is supporting the construction of floating docks and cribbing, a walking trail along the eastern side of the harbour to connect with the existing Sea View Trail, and enhancements to the marina entrance to provide access needed for additional berth space.
The expansion will enable the Isthmus Area Development Association, in partnership with the Long Cove Harbour Authority, to accommodate the growing demand for marina services and help attract more recreational boaters to the area.