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Sandy Point, NS, Gets Funding

Sandy Point Lighthouse.The Sandy Point Lighthouse, Shelburne, NS will get a new lease on life thanks to investments by the federal, provincial and municipal governments. Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency is investing more than $38,000, Nova Scotia Economic Development is investing $20,000, and the Municipality of the District of Shelburne is contributing $10,000 towards the project. The project includes the construction of a walkway along the beach, a stairway to the top of the lighthouse base and a railing to make the beach more accessible. The initiative also includes strengthening the lighthouse base, adding interpretive panels, and enhancing the lighthouse’s visual appeal.

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