Southwestern Ontario and Lake Huron communities enhance tourism experiences
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August 21, 2024
Today, on behalf of the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario ( FedDev Ontario), Bryan May, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Small Business and to the Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, announced an investment of over $3.2 million through the Tourism Growth Program for 20 organizations in southwestern Ontario and along Lake Huron to draw new visitors to the region through expanded offerings. This includes over $1.1 million for five projects that support the growth of Indigenous tourism, which are creating experiences that celebrate, preserve and teach Indigenous culture.
| Recipient Name | Project | Funding contribution |
|---|---|---|
Southwestern Ontario and Lake Huron Region Tourism |
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Back Forty Glamping |
Increase outdoor glamping accommodations and experiences in Meaford. |
$132,500 |
Backus-Page House Museum |
Enhance accessibility and programming at the museum in Wallacetown. |
$150,000 |
Beyond21 Academy |
Enhance the visitor experience at Long-Point Eco-Adventures, including the addition of sustainable accommodations in Turkey Point. |
$180,000 |
County of Oxford |
Develop and implement a tourism plan for the County of Oxford. |
$90,000 |
Georgian Bay Geopark |
Develop and implement interpretive tourism programming for the Georgian Bay Geopark. |
$175,000 |
Here For Now Theatre Company |
Create a micro-theatre venue in Stratford. |
$100,000 |
Municipality of Central Huron |
Develop and launch an interactive cultural experiences guide for the Municipality of Central Huron. |
$200,000 |
Ontario Federation of Trail Riders Inc. |
Enhance active outdoor experiences and trail conditions across southern Ontario. |
$175,000 |
Regional Tourism Organization 7 |
Implement the Tech in Tourism program in Grey, Bruce and Simcoe which will support technological upgrades for tourism business. |
$200,000 |
Snyder's Family Farm |
Enhance seasonal-themed experiences at Snyder's Family Farm in Bright. |
$130,000 |
Southwest Ontario Tourism Corporation |
Lead the development and launch of a southern Ontario tourism council. |
$40,000 |
Stratford Festival of Canada |
Extend the Stratford Shakespearean Festival programming for the 2024 fall and holiday season. |
$250,000 |
The June Motel – Beaver Valley |
Enhance lodge to create unique experiences in Kimberley. |
$200,000 |
The Launch |
Improve its amenities on the Georgian Bay waterfront in Owen Sound. |
$35,000 |
Theatre Gargantua |
Deliver the Sidestream Festival in Chatham. |
$73,000 |
Indigenous Tourism in Southwestern Ontario and Lake Huron Region |
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Beausoleil First Nation |
Create camping facilities at West Best. |
$133,730 |
Black River Wilderness Park Ltd. |
Construct a pedestrian bridge and cabins at the Black River Wilderness Park in Rama. |
$250,000 |
Cape Croker Park | Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation |
Improve amenities and park infrastructure to enhance the visitor experience. |
$500,000 |
Dufferin County Cultural Resource Circle |
Deliver an Indigenous cultural festival in Orangeville. |
$40,000 |
Plenty Canada |
Integrate Indigenous linguistic, artistic, cultural and historical elements within the Niagara Geopark Trail Network. |
$200,000 |
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