Harper Government Supports Growth Opportunities for Agriculture and Agri-Food in Northwestern Ontario

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December 18, 2014 – Dryden, Ontario – Industry Canada/FedNor

The Honourable Greg Rickford, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources and Minister for the Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario (FedNor), announced today an investment to support the growth of agricultural and agri-food businesses in Northern Ontario.

An investment of $50,000 will enable the Cloverbelt Local Food Co-operative to develop an online local food mapping and distribution network, increasing the visibility and accessibility of local foods, while identifying opportunities for business growth in the regional food distribution system.

Quick facts

Cloverbelt Local Food Co-operative is a non-profit online food cooperative that seeks to foster a thriving local food community by cultivating and facilitating farmer-consumer relationships; promoting the enjoyment of naturally grown, fairly priced, healthy food; and providing education and resources regarding environmentally sensitive agriculture.
The funding announced today is provided through FedNor's Northern Ontario Development Program, which supports projects that promote sustainable community economic development, enhance business development and growth, and facilitate innovation throughout the region.
Since 2006, through FedNor's Northern Ontario Development Program, the Harper Government has invested $329 million in support of more than 1,600 projects. These investments have supported more than 21,500 jobs throughout Northern Ontario.

Quotes

"Through this initiative, our Government is helping open doors to new agricultural opportunities for entrepreneurs in the region. Today's investment will help facilitate the growth of the Cloverbelt Local Food Co-operative by engaging producers and consumers, enabling the organization to expand its operations."
– The Honourable Greg Rickford
Canada's Minister of Natural Resources and Minister for the Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario

"With key support from the Government of Canada through FedNor, we look forward to the advancements and opportunities that this new food mapping and distribution network will bring to our organization and region."
– Jennifer Springett
Missanabie Cree First Nation

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Contact

Alexandra Lemieux
Press Secretary
Office of the Honourable Greg Rickford
613-996-2007

Kim Fewchuk
Communications Officer
FedNor
705-971-4112 or 1-877-333-6673 Ext 306

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