Tourism organizations offer enhanced sports experiences across southern Ontario
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Today, on behalf of the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario ( FedDev Ontario), the Honourable Judy Sgro, Member of Parliament for Humber River–Black Creek, announced an investment of over $1.4 million through the Tourism Growth Program (TGP) for seven organizations enhancing sports tourism offerings across southern Ontario.
| Recipient Name | Project | Funding contribution |
|---|---|---|
Indigenous Tourism Ontario |
Deliver its Indigenous sports tourism strategy in southern Ontario, including the development of digital products, delivery of tourism coaching and information workshops, and promotion of Indigenous sports tourism. |
$700,000 |
Tennis Canada |
Expand the presence of the National Bank Open presented by Rogers in Toronto through targeted marketing. |
$250,000 |
Rugby Canada |
Organize and host two international rugby games in Ottawa. |
$200,000 |
Tourism Sarnia Lambton Inc. |
Add tourist attractions and events to the World Under 17 Hockey Challenge, including interactive experiences. |
$200,000 |
Ontario Snow Resorts Association |
Attract visitors to snow sport locations and increase interest in snow sports in southern Ontario through enhanced marketing. |
$50,000 |
Happy Sailing |
Enhance experiential offerings through upgraded equipment and marketing activities in Picton to attract out of region visitors. |
$20,000 |
Peterson Pathfinders Snowmobile Club Inc. |
Expand outdoor winter-use trails in Renfrew County and enhance signage for users. |
$38,835 |
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