The Town of The Blue Mountains is pleased to announce that the municipality has received a non-repayable contribution of $562,500 through the Government of Canada’s Canada Community Revitalization Fund, delivered by the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).
The funds will be used to construct a new pavilion, concession stand and accessible washroom facility at Moreau Park and to replace washrooms and improve beach access at Little River Park.
“Clean, accessible parks are important for communities. Building new pavilions, concession stands and accessible washrooms will keep Moreau Park and Little River Park open for all,” said the Honorable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for FedDev Ontario. “This investment will bring people out to enjoy the Town of The Blue Mountains, enhance the visitor experience and lead to community growth”
“These funds will go a long way towards improving these facilities with an important focus on accessibility for all residents and members of the public who use them every day,” stated Mayor Andrea Matrosovs. “We thank the federal government for helping to improve these spaces, and I especially want to congratulate staff on their successful funding application.”
This funding is part of a nearly $14-million investment to support 45 projects throughout Bruce, Grey and Simcoe Counties. These projects will improve public spaces to build stronger communities and enhance attractions to welcome visitors throughout the region.
For more information, please contact:
Ryan Gibbons
Director of Community Services
519-599-3131 ext. 281
Edward Hutchinson
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
About FedDev Ontario
For 13 years, the Government of Canada, through FedDev Ontario, has worked to advance and diversify the southern Ontario economy through funding opportunities and business services that support innovation, growth and job creation in Canada’s most populous region. The Agency has delivered impressive results, which can be seen in southern Ontario businesses that are creating innovative technologies, improving productivity, growing revenues, creating jobs, and in the economic advancement of communities across the region. Learn more about the impacts the Agency is having in southern Ontario by exploring our pivotal projects, our Southern Ontario Spotlight, and FedDev Ontario’s Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.