Ottawa and the provinces of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick signed a deal to keep the service afloat until January, 2011, but both municipalities say a long-term solution is needed.
“It is very important that residents remain aware that the ferry service is still at risk of being eliminated,” said Annapolis warden Peter Newton.
“The ferry is part of our national transportation infrastructure that has always contributed to the economic development and the sustainability of businesses, jobs and communities in our region, so loss of this service would be devastating. It is our bridge across the Bay of Fundy.”
A statement last week from the municipalities warns that remaining uncertainty around the ferry service has a negative impact on the area.
“The present services provided by the Digby-Saint John ferry, both passenger and commercial, are essential to the continuation and growth of this region’s economy,” said Digby warden Jim Thurber.
The two municipalities encourage residents to write to West Nova MP Greg Kerr to show their support for a long-term solution and commitment to the ferry service.
Kerr’s address is 233 Water St., Yarmouth, B5A 1M1, toll-free 1-866-280-5302, or email KerrG1a@parl.gc.ca
Ferry’s survival remains a critical issue
Digby and Annapolis counties want residents to press for a long-term solution for the Digby-Saint John ferry service. The two municipal councils agreed during their recent joint session that residents and businesses must be reminded that the ferry service is still a critical issue.
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