FedDev Ontario supports over 30 projects in Hamilton, Halton, Haldimand-Norfolk and Brant to enhance public spaces and attract visitors
The Golden Horseshoe is one of the most dynamic and fastest growing regions in North America. With destinations like the Niagara Escarpment and lakeshore, this area is a popular destination for both domestic and international tourists. The many exceptional museums and cultural attractions, and local culinary offerings are popular with visitors and residents alike. Supporting the tourism sector and vibrant local spaces is important to sustaining our communities. With investments from the Government of Canada, communities are able to rebound from the pandemic and position themselves for a strong future.
Today, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), along with Lisa Hepfner, Member of Parliament for Hamilton Mountain, announced a total investment of nearly $7.5 million for 31 projects across the Golden Horseshoe, including Hamilton, Halton, Haldimand-Norfolk and Brant. These investments, through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) and the Tourism Relief Fund (TRF), will create and rejuvenate community spaces and enhance tourism attractions to welcome more visitors and build stronger, more vibrant communities that will lead to job creation, and a growing economy that works for everyone.
The announcement was hosted by the Dundas Valley School of Art, which received a non-repayable contribution of over $50,000 to upgrade its outdoor space with a butterfly and native species garden, seating and covering for shade.
The Workers Arts and Heritage Centre received a non-repayable contribution of $75,000 to renovate the heritage-listed "Custom House" to be more accessible and energy efficient.
