The Government of Canada Supports Business Growth, Infrastructure and Tourism in the Manitoulin Region

LaCloche Manitoulin Business Assistance Corporation (LAMBAC)
$960,000

The LaCloche Manitoulin Business Assistance Corporation (LAMBAC) is receiving $960,000 through FedNor's Community Futures Program. This funding will enable LAMBAC to provide small and medium-sized enterprises with access to capital and business counselling services for a three-year period. LAMBC is a not-for-profit, community-focused organization that services an area stretching from Nairn Centre to Walford, and including Espanola, all of Manitoulin Island, and the Town of Killarney.

Sheshegwaning First Nation
$100,000

With $100,000 from the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program (CIP 150), the Sheshegwaning First Nation will add a garage bay to an existing heated building, enabling the community to store both of its fire trucks, as well as its Emergency Medical Service van. Currently, without a heated facility, water must be drained from the fire trucks during colder months to prevent it from freezing while parked. This heated facility will ensure all vehicles are ready to respond quickly to emergency situations. Sheshegwaning First Nation also provides fire services to the neighbouring community of Zhiibaahaasing First Nation.

Friends of Misery Bay
$90,000

A CIP 150 investment of $90,000 will enable the Friends of Misery Bay to complete the design, construction and installation of high-quality interactive exhibits at the park's visitor centre. This is the final phase of a five-phase interpretive plan for the park which began in 2010. The interactive exhibits will enhance the experience for the park's more than 4000 annual visitors. The Visitor Centre is open to the public from May to October.

The Corporation of the Municipality of Central Manitoulin
$72,490

The arena in Mindemoya in the Municipality of Central Manitoulin will be upgraded thanks to a CIP 150 investment of $72,490, provided through FedNor. The project involves rebuilding the arena's lower east wall, which will include a barrier-free entrance. Other improvements include the addition of a new wood post and steel beam guide rail, interior and exterior safety lighting, and an overhead service door. The upgrades will improve access and increase safety for patrons. A focal point in the community, the arena is used year-round for various community events such as the local farmers' market, community dinners, recreational activities, festivals, celebrations and sporting competition.

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