Paqtnkek – The Government of Canada is proud to support economic development opportunities and growth in Indigenous communities.

On August 26, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan, Minister of Indigenous Services, visited Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation to congratulate the community on the Bayside Travel Centre project and several new infrastructure projects in the community.

The Bayside Travel Centre, expected to open in fall 2019, will be located at the newly opened Highway 104 interchange and will include a 24-hour gas station and convenience store. The project also includes highway infrastructure development to support both the travel centre and future commercial opportunities. Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation is planning to add other businesses in the future, including quick service restaurants, an entertainment centre and seasonal kiosks.

“I would like to thank Minister O’Regan and his departmental staff here in the Atlantic Region for their support for our first phase of commercial development. Creating our own-source revenues is critical to our future prosperity. Together, we are investing in a future that will support community programs, including health and well-being, and offer long-term job opportunities for our members.” – Chief Paul (PJ) Prosper, Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation While in the community, Minister O’Regan also visited the construction site of a new well that will provide a new main water supply to the community. ...