Parlee Beach (91.9 The Bend Photo)
Parlee Beach will be flying the Blue Flag this summer after receiving the eco-certification award.
The international recognition from Environmental Defence – a charity committed to protecting the environment – says Parlee is a clean, safe and well-managed beach.
In order for a beach to be awarded a Blue Flag, a series of stringent environmental, educational, safety, and accessibility criteria must be met and maintained.
“When you see a Blue Flag flying at a beach or marina, you know that it is clean, safe and sustainably managed,” said Environmental Defence Water Programs manager Kelsey Scarfone. “These world-class beaches and marinas have worked hard to achieve the standards set by this prestigious award, and we are proud to recognize that accomplishment today.”
The Shediac Bay Yacht Club has also received the award.
Parlee Beach has been plagued with water quality problems in recent years.
The provincial government recently invested $3 million in infrastructure and studies to support water quality improvements.
“Our government is proud of this designation because Parlee Beach is a major tourism draw for New Brunswick and one of North America’s finest beaches,” said Tourism, Heritage and Culture Minister Robert Gauvin. “We look forward to the 2019 season, confident that we will be offering visitors an excellent experience to the standards they would expect from a Blue Flag-designated beach.
Aboiteau Beach in Cap-Pele was awarded the Blue Flag last summer.
