FedDev Ontario supports seven projects to drive community revitalization, support local tourism and economic growth
August 24, 2022 Markham, Ontario
Markham's infrastructure is vital to local businesses as its tourism sector brings thousands of visitors to the region each year. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting communities, like Markham, as they recover from the pandemic to position them for strong and resilient economic growth.
Today, the Honourable Helena Jaczek, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) and Member of Parliament for Markham-Stouffville, announced over $3.1 million for seven community infrastructure and tourism projects in Markham. With these investments, through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) and the Tourism Relief Fund (TRF), recipients will build and enhance community infrastructure, safely welcome back visitors and strengthen the local economy.
The Corporation of the City of Markham is receiving a non-repayable contribution of over $2.9 million for six community infrastructure projects. This includes support for installing new playground equipment at up to nine parks, installing a splash pad at Millennium Park, constructing off-road trails at Rouge Valley, and improving 2.85 kms of new sidewalks. The announcement was made at an event hosted by the City of Markham at Wismer Park, one of the locations of the Trees for Tomorrow initiative which will enhance 18 existing parks and valley lands through the addition of trees and saplings to welcome back visitors to the parks.
Additionally, a $200,000-investment was also announced for Destination Markham to create a strategic plan for Markham's tourism sector including sports tourism, events and business travel.
