The third phase of Explore NB’s Travel Incentive Program will be available to New Brunswick residents who travel overnight in New Brunswick between May 27 and October 31.
The program was offered last summer and again last winter to encourage New Brunswickers to travel within the province and visit businesses while borders are closed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Participants aged 19 and over are eligible to receive a refund of up to 20 percent with a maximum of $200 per individual. Refunds will be granted until the program’s $4.5-million budget is reached.
This summer, applications will be open July 5 until November 30 for money spent between May 27 and October 31.
“It has helped support many tourism businesses across the province and has helped New Brunswickers to discover new places and hidden gems,” said Tourism, Heritage and Culture Minister Tammy Scott-Wallace in a release. “It has truly made it possible for many people to continue to explore their province over the past year.”
Claims can be made for New Brunswick accommodations, restaurants, attractions, events, and certain travel expenses like vehicle rental and parking. A full list of items eligible and ineligible is available on the province’s website.
To claim the refund, individuals must submit their receipts with their name, business’s name, dates of stay or purchase, description of the purchase, and the amount paid.
According to the government of New Brunswick’s website, as of May 17, 2021, Explore NB received 25,259 submissions last summer and approved 93.5 percent of the applications submitted.
Liam Floyd is a reporter for Huddle, an Acadia Broadcasting content partner.
