Ontario is investing $623,000 into the rehabilitation of Meyers Pier in Belleville.
The funding news was shared with Belleville Mayor Neil Ellis during a tour and visit of Belleville from Ontario’s Minister of Sport, Neil Lumsden, and Bay of Quinte MPP Tyler Allsopp.
Money comes from Ontario’s $200-million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF), a province-wide initiative that aims to help communities revitalize local facilities, grow the economy and promote active, healthy living across Ontario.
“Meyers Pier has long been a popular attraction on Belleville’s waterfront for boating, dining, live entertainment, nature watching, and other forms of recreation. By continuing to invest in its upkeep, we are ensuring that it continues to be a destination for residents and visitors to enjoy,” said Allsopp in a release.
In that release, it states that the funding will go towards addressing safety issues related to deteriorating infrastructure of the causeway portion of the pier, allowing the continued and safe use of the whole pier.
The work would also remove barriers to accessibility, allowing broader use of the facility.
“Meyers Pier has been a pillar of our waterfront for over 100 years. Over that period, it has endured powerful winds, waves and ongoing deterioration,” Mayor Neil Ellis said in the release.
“As we continue working toward a cost-effective, long-term solution for this beloved landmark, this funding will go a long way in helping to maintain operation of the facility and improving access to the pier. I would like to thank our partners at the province for recognizing this important community project and providing their support.”
Ontario’s Minister of Sport, Neil Lumsden, also spoke on the funding.
“At a time when Ontario families are facing rising costs due to tariffs, our government is proud to support organizations focused on delivering better services for people, while breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for children and young people,” said Lumsden.
“With investments in infrastructure like this, we are protecting Ontario jobs, strengthening our communities, and building a more resilient and self-reliant economy.”
