Government of Canada funding to support the tourism sector by fueling a strong recovery, future growth and creating and maintaining over 578 jobs
June 4, 2022 - Thunder Bay, ON - Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario - FedNor
Canada has much to offer travellers from all over the world: breathtaking landscapes and wide open spaces; diverse and inclusive experiences; and welcoming people from coast to coast to coast who provide outstanding service. Combined with a strong focus on health and safety and high COVID-19 vaccination rates, Canada is among the most alluring and smartest destination choices for visitors.
The pandemic has had an undeniable impact on Canada's tourism sector. The Government of Canada has helped keep tourism businesses open and the Tourism Relief Fund will help them be even better positioned to welcome back guests.
In recognition of National Tourism Week, which runs from May 29 to June 4, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, announced FedNor investments totalling $8,750,385 to protect, strengthen and grow Northern Ontario's tourism sector. Provided through the Government of Canada's Tourism Relief Fund (TRF), the investments will support 58 tourism projects in municipalities and Indigenous communities across the region. For the full list of projects, please see backgrounder.
