Politicos frolic on T-Bay waterfront.

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Politicians gathered on Thunder Bay's waterfront July 20 to mark the finish of the first phase of a $58-million construction project.

The splash pad, arts centre, Spirit Garden, trail system, pier and other improvements at the Prince Arthur's Landing waterfront revitalization project have been open to the public for months. But the official completion was a cause for celebration by federal, provincial and municipal leaders.

Queen's Park ponied up almost $20 million for the construction with the feds contributing more than $17 million. The City of Thunder Bay invested the balance.

"Prince Arthur's Landing is an important gathering for the community and will remain a dynamic tourist destination for years to come," said Peter Van Loan, MP for York-Simcoe, in a statement. Van Loan stood in for Denis Lebel, the federal transport, infrastructure and communities minister.

"The Ontario government is proud to contribute to this project that ensures our...