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June 24, 2010

Four-Star Facility on Northern Peninsula to Expand

Supported by the Provincial Government, Raleigh-based Burnt Cape Cabins is adding three units to its four-star facility. The expansion will enable the accommodations provider to service a growing number of visitors seeking cultural tourism experiences on the Northern Peninsula.

"For six years, Burnt Cape Cabins has provided quality accommodations to an increasing number of tourists who are drawn to the area's ecological reserve, natural attractions, and historic L'Anse aux Meadows," said the Honourable Shawn Skinner, Minister of Innovation, Trade and Rural Development. "As a government, we celebrate the successes of such entrepreneurs and recognize their contributions to local economies."

With a $25,000 investment from the Provincial Government, the company's new units will include modern features and conveniences. Each unit will be able to accommodate up to six people and include Internet access, satellite television, wheel-chair accessibility, and hardwood floors throughout.

"This investment supports our efforts to further develop our tourism accommodations and product offerings on the Northern Peninsula, and to extend the traditional tourism season into the fall months," said the Honourable Terry French, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation. "This particular project will help provide visitors with the kind of quality travel experience they expect and deserve."

Incorporated in 2004, Burnt Cape Cabins includes four two-bedroom cabins located in Raleigh at the tip of the Northern Peninsula. The facility is located on the road to the popular Burnt Cape Ecological Reserve with a scenic view overlooking Raleigh Harbour.

"The funding from the Provincial Government will help the company improve both the quality and capacity of our accommodations in time for this year's tourism season," said Ted Hedderson, Owner, Burnt Cape Cabins. "The expansion also enables us to extend our season into the fall and attract big game hunters visiting the area."

Each year, the Burnt Cape Ecological Reserve attracts approximately 2,000 visitors to the Raleigh area and provides hundreds of guided tours. The site boasts over 300 species of plants, including 20 species of rare plants.

This initiative was funded through the Small and Medium-sized Enterprise Fund, which, through Budget 2010: The Right Investments — For Our Children and Our Future, has close to $14 million available for investment. Administered by the Department of Innovation, Trade and Rural Development, the fund is available for start-up, modernization, or expansion of a business venture in key growth sectors.

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Media contacts:

Scott Barfoot
Director of Communications
Department of Innovation, Trade and Rural Development
709-729-4570, 690-6290
scottbarfoot@gov.nl.ca
Heather May
Director of Communications
Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation
709-729-0928, 697-5061
heathermay@gov.nl.ca
Ted Hedderson
Owner
Burnt Cape Cabins Ltd.
709-452-2144
bdz@nf.sympatico.ca
 

2010 06 24                                                     11:15 a.m.
 


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