Press Release
Kenora MP Greg Rickford yesterday announced, on behalf of Fisheries and Oceans minister Gail Shea, that the federal government will invest in the rehabilitation of the Five-Mile dock here.
The dock, which fronts Couchiching First Nation, comprises 0.715 hectares of property consisting of an L-shaped stationary wharf, floating docks, and a launch ramp located on Rainy Lake.
The general project involves repairs to the wharf’s substructure, replacement of the entire timber deck, and repairs to the floating docks.
The project is expected to be finished before spring.
“Our government is committed to investing in communities in this time of economic uncertainty,” said Rickford. “With significant investments in small craft harbours, we will help Canadians weather the economic storm.
“The completion of the work and transfer of the facility will ensure continued safe public access for years to come, as well as enabling the communities and fish harvesters to make the most of their economic opportunities,” he added.
Funding of $370,000 has been allocated to this project, which is being undertaken by Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Small Craft Harbours Branch, under the Recreational Harbour Divestiture Program.
Once the work is completed, it is expected the facility will be transferred to Couchiching First Nation for ongoing public use.
