Tender Called for Paving Project in Hants County

Motorists driving through the lush farmland and picturesque shoreline of the Minas Basin will have a smoother trip after the completion of a road-paving tender announced by the province.

Transportation and Public Works advertised a tender recently for repaving on the Glooscap Trail (Route 215) from Noel, west for 9.4 kilometres to Moose Brook.

"This section of the Glooscap Trail provides memorable scenery and a varied history," said Ron Russell, Minister of Transportation and Public Works. "Both residents and visitors will benefit from this project."

The Department of Transportation and Public Works' highways division manages more than 23,000 kilometres of roads in Nova Scotia. It maintains 4,100 bridges and operates seven provincial ferries. Staff provide services from district offices in Bridgewater, Bedford, Truro and Sydney.