Regional Tourism Partnership Agreement - Nearly $318,000 to support tourism projects in the Laval region

QUÉBEC, Dec. 6, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - The Quebec government, in collaboration with Tourisme Laval, is pleased to award $317,956 in financial assistance to support the realization of ten tourism-related projects in the Laval region.

Caroline Proulx^, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Lanaudière and Bas-Saint-Laurent regions, Benoit Charette, Minister of the Environment and the Fight against Climate Change, Minister responsible for the Fight against Racism and Minister responsible for the Laval region, and Geneviève Roy^, President and CEO of Tourisme Laval, made the announcement today.

The funding comes from Component 3 of the 2020-2022Regional Tourism Partnership Agreement (RTPA ).

Quotes :

"Tourism is a very important economic sector for Laval. With its proximity to major urban centers and superb natural areas, including numerous parks, the region has undeniable assets to distinguish itself and attract more visitors. The various projects announced today will certainly contribute to this. Our government is pleased to support the tourism development efforts of these dynamic entrepreneurs. It is by continuing to invest in a structured tourism offering across Quebec that we will remain competitive when international tourism picks up on a larger scale."

Caroline Proulx, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Lanaudière and Bas-Saint-Laurent regions

"I'm delighted that our government is supporting these initiatives. The renewal of Quebec's tourism offering and the measures put forward by our industry to safely welcome visitors from here and abroad will further encourage them to stay in the region and enjoy its many attractions. These projects will have a positive impact on all tourism-related businesses, which is excellent news! I salute the work of our entrepreneurs: they are making our magnificent region an ever more attractive place to visit."

Benoit Charette, Minister of the Environment and the Fight against Climate Change, Minister Responsible for the Fight against Racism and Minister Responsible for the Laval Region

"The beautiful tourist region of Laval is brimming with proposals that combine urban experiences with access to nature. I am delighted with the support given to the projects announced today, including support for two organizations in the Sainte-Rose riding: the Centre d'interprétation de l'eau and Le cube secret. I congratulate our tourism businesses for their leadership and creativity, and thank Tourisme Laval for its tremendous work in promoting and supporting the industry!"

Christopher Skeete, Member of Parliament for Sainte-Rose

" Tourisme Laval is delighted to continue playing its part in helping to revitalize and develop the local tourism industry in the short and medium term, thanks to the leverage provided by the Regional Tourism Partnership Agreement. All the projects funded reflect the dynamism of Laval's entrepreneurs and will help attract new visitors and generate significant economic spin-offs for the region."

Geneviève Roy, President and CEO of Tourisme Laval

Highlights :

• The financial assistance breaks down as follows:

• A $50,000 grant to Centre de création Cavalia was recently announced as part of the same EPRT program for the Laval region.
• The purpose of the EPRT is to coordinate the actions of the Ministry of Tourism, regional tourism associations and other partners, to enable the implementation of projects to develop the tourism offer.
• EPRTs aim to allocate tourism industry investments according to local priorities, and to strengthen the synergy of all regional partners.
• Projects supported under part 3 of the EPRT must fall into one of the seven categories described below. More substantial projects to adapt to the new health context are also eligible in each of these categories:
  • attractions, activities and facilities;
  • studies;
  • structuring the regional tourism offering;
  • accommodation;
  • festivals and events;
  • consulting services;
  • digital development.

Ministry of Tourism on social media:
https://twitter.com/tourisme_quebec/
https://www.facebook.com/TourismeQc/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/tourismequebec/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3ASu9yRbDiJH6pErSzeLrw?app=desktop

SOURCE :
Office of the Minister of Tourism

Information: Sources: Amélie Dionne, Press Attaché, Office of the Minister of Tourism, and Minister responsible for the Lanaudière and Bas-Saint-Laurent regions, Tel. 418 860-8486, Email :amé[email protected]; Rosalie Tremblay-Cloutier, Press Attaché, Office of the Minister of the Environment and the Fight against Climate Change, Minister responsible for the Fight against Racism and Minister responsible for the Laval region, Tel. 438 777-3777; Information: Jean-Manuel Téotonio Media Relations Manager, Communications Department, Ministry of Tourism, Tel: 418 643-5959, ext. 3488; Hélène Vézina, Communications Director, Tourisme Laval, Tel: 450 682 5522, ext. 105