A gas station for truckers and tourists to anchor $8 million showcase development

Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation announced on Nov. 1, that Wilsons Fuels and Calgary-based Husky will team up to supply an Esso-branded outlet in the community’s new commercial development 20 kilometres east of Antigonish.

Husky will supply diesel fuel to the station’s card-lock operation as a convenience for long-haul truckers traveling on the Trans-Canada Highway to and from Cape Breton and Newfoundland & Labrador.

“This is a historic day for our community,” said Chief PJ (Paul) Prosper. “We are creating a better economic future for ourselves and future generations. We are thrilled to have such credible business partners as we launch the Bayside Travel Centre, phase one of our commercial development.”

The Bayside Travel Centre, now under construction, will include:

  • 24-hour retail fuel with complementary ‘call ahead’ service to customers requiring assistance;
  • 24-hour diesel fuel card-lock station for long-haul trucks working the northeast corridor;
  • Electric charging station;
  • A truckers’ lounge that includes a separate entrance, rest area with wall-mounted flat screen TV, free wi-fi and large showers with a secure change area;
  • A Band-owned and operated convenience store with basic items for the local market plus freshly prepared food and convenience products for people on-the-go;
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