CORNWALL, Ontario – The Township of South Glengarry officially unveiled a new floating dock at the South Lancaster Wharf, thanks to a $14,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF).
Regarded as one of the few places along the St. Lawrence/Lake St. Francis Shores that provides public access to the waterfront, the wharf is well-used for swimming, fishing and community events.
The addition of the floating dock will provide canoes and kayaks with access to the wharf and includes a ramp to increase accessibility.
“In the shadow of our Glengarry Cairn, this newest amenity of South Glengarry enhances our pride and will be enjoyed by all residents and welcomed visitors,” said SDSG MPP Jim McDonell.
A concept plan was developed for the South Lancaster Wharf in 2011, which identified the need for a floating dock to provide public access for canoes and kayaks.
The township applied to the OTF grant program with assistance and input from the Friends of the Lancaster Wharf group and was successful in obtaining the funds needed to purchase and install the floating dock in 2014.
South Glengarry Councillor Trevor Bougie extended thanks on behalf of council to the Friends of the Lancaster Wharf volunteers, who played an integral role in the development of this project.
For additional information, contact Ewen MacDonald, general manager of infrastructure services at (613) 347-1166 ext. 228 or ewen@southglengarry.com.
