L.M. Montgomery is recognized as one of the great authors of the 20th century. Her most famous creation, Anne of Green Gables, and her descriptions of Prince Edward Island’s natural beauty bring thousands of visitors from around the world each year. By investing in new products, strategically strengthening and building on tourism experiences, and harnessing online community-driven marketing potential, L.M. Montgomery’s literary contributions can continue to grow.

“The Resort Municipality, Tourism Cavendish Beach, and the Central Coastal Tourism Partnership have been essential to the economic development of this region. These organizations inspire passionate engagement from business owners, tourism operators, and members of the community. The Government of Canada is pleased to invest in this project, and proud to help enhance the experience of L.M. Montgomery’s legacy for all.”

• The Honourable Wayne Easter, Member of Parliament for Malpeque

“L.M. Montgomery’s legacy is felt all over Prince Edward Island but especially in Cavendish and the wider Resort Municipality. This project will celebrate that legacy by inspiring Islanders and visitors alike to learn about this Canadian literary giant, her contributions to Island culture, the lasting effect her works have had on the region and the province as a whole, and information on the many Montgomery themed landmarks across the Island.”

• The Honourable Chris Palmer, Prince Edward Island Minister of Economic Development and Tourism

“The Resort Municipality is pleased to partner with all levels of government on this important project honouring not only L.M. Montgomery, but also the founding families of our area. This park and associated projects will share this history with visitors long into the future. This is one of the most impactful projects for our community that our Council has been able to achieve.”

• Matthew Jelley, Mayor, Resort Municipality

• The Government of Canada invested $412,400 in this project through ACOA’s Innovative Communities Fund.
  

• The Province of PEI is providing a grant of $80,000 through the Department of Rural and Regional Development; and $80,000 through the Department of Economic Development and Tourism.
  

• The Gas Tax program will be providing $60,000 through the Department of Transpostation, Infastructure and Enegy. Since the program was first introduced in 2005, over $159 million has been provided to communities in Prince Edward Island.
  

• The Resort Municipality offers services and infrastructure to residents within its boundaries and works with business and community partners on various projects that have positive economic and social benefits to the municipality.
  

• The project will also include the creation of a network of experts, advocates, and social media influencers who will help share their Anne and L.M. Montgomery tourism experiences on various social media platforms to people around the world. The regional development agencies Tourism Cavendish Beach, and the Central Coastal Tourism Partnership, are also partners in this project.
  

• The Innovative Communities Fund (ICF) focuses on investments that lead to long-term employment and economic capacity building in Atlantic Canadian communities.
  

• Eligible recipients include non-commercial/not-for-profit organizations such as local development associations, municipalities and their agencies, business or technology institutes, industry/sector associations, economic development associations, local co-operatives, universities and educational institution.
  

• The ICF continues to build on the objectives of the Innovation and Skills Plan, a multi-year strategy to create well-paying jobs for the middle class and those working hard to join it.
  

Associated links

• Innovative Communities Fund
• Atlantic Growth Strategy

Jana Parker Smith
Communications Manger
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
902-566-7569

Andrew Sprague
Senior Communications Officer
Department of Economic Development and Tourism
902-368-5535

Brenda MacDonald
CAO
Resort Municipality
902-963-2698
resortmunicipal@eastlink.ca