(SeaPRwire) –   AULAC, NB, May 29, 2026 – The Beaubassin Research Centre, operated by Ducks Unlimited Canada, is set to lower its carbon footprint following a federal investment exceeding $324,000, provided via the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program.

The funding will facilitate several enhancements to boost the facility’s energy efficiency, specifically: comprehensive building insulation, the replacement of the existing oil furnace with a heat pump system, the installation of energy-efficient windows, and the addition of a ground-mounted solar power array.

These improvements will reduce the center’s environmental impact while providing a more sustainable and resilient space for the researchers, university partners, and local Indigenous community members who utilize the Beaubassin Research Centre.

Quotes

“The Government of Canada’s dedication to funding cleaner, more sustainable infrastructure is a direct investment in the health of our communities. The Beaubassin Research Centre is vital to wetland and waterfowl research, and these energy-efficiency upgrades will help preserve and further Ducks Unlimited Canada’s conservation mission.”

The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs, Internal Trade and One Canadian Economy

“Located in the heart of the Tantramar Marshes on the border of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, the Beaubassin Research Centre faces harsh coastal conditions that make resilience a priority. This investment in energy upgrades will ensure the long-term sustainability of the facility and the essential coastal research conducted there.”

Geoff Harding, Head of Major Projects – Atlantic Region, Ducks Unlimited Canada

Quick facts

• The federal government is contributing $324,936 to this project through the GICB program, with Ducks Unlimited Canada providing an additional $80,000.
• The GICB program was established to support Canada’s Strengthened Climate Plan: A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy. It aligns with the plan’s primary goal of lowering greenhouse gas emissions, improving energy efficiency, and fostering greater climate change resilience.
• Launched in 2021, the program began with a $1.5 billion, five-year commitment to fund green and accessible retrofits, repairs, and upgrades for existing public community buildings, as well as the construction of new, accessible facilities for underserved communities across Canada.
• Budget 2024 allocated an extra $500 million to continue supporting GICB projects through 2029.
• A minimum of 10% of the program’s funding is dedicated to projects that serve First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities, including those in urban areas.
• The Government of Canada is taking active steps to bolster the economy by investing in citizens and supporting domestic businesses.
• Federal initiatives are generating quality jobs, speeding up housing construction, and assisting community growth nationwide.
• Today’s funding announcement builds upon the federal government’s Atlantic Growth Strategy, which aims to strengthen local economies and create well-paying employment opportunities.

Associated links

Green and Inclusive Community Buildings
https://housing-infrastructure.canada.ca/gicb-bcvi/index-eng.html

Strengthened Climate Plan
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/climatechange/climate-plan/climate-plan-overview.html

Housing and Infrastructure Project Map
https://housing-infrastructure.canada.ca/gmap-gcarte/index-eng.html

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