NEWS RELEASE
OFFICE OF JILL DUNLOP
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Today, Jill Dunlop, MPP for Simcoe North, announced that three municipalities will be receiving a combined total of up to $189,880.00 in funding through the latest intake of the Rural Economic Development (RED) program.
The RED program supports projects that diversify and grow local economies, build community capacity and address barriers to economic development and labour force challenges. In Simcoe North, the funding will help the Town of Midland, and Townships of Ramara and Severn through individual projects.
For Midland this means creating and restoring murals in the downtown, for Ramara, funding will help revitalize two cultural buildings, and for Severn, funding will go to its Wayfinding Signage Project.
Through the most recent intake of the RED program, the Ontario government is investing more than $5.7 million in 85 projects throughout the province. These projects are helping create jobs and boost economic development in rural communities in Ontario. The intake for these approved projects closed on Feb. 21.
“I am thrilled to see Rural Economic Development Funding empowering our municipalities to revitalize their communities. These investments not only enhance the experiences of residents but also attract visitors, driving economic growth and strengthening our local identity. Together, we are building a future where our rural areas thrive, fostering vibrant welcoming spaces for everyone” said Dunlop.
“Our government recognizes the importance of rural economic development, and this program provides municipalities, Indigenous communities, and not-for-profits with the funding they need for projects that contribute to local economic vitality,” added Lisa Thompson, Minister of Rural Affairs. “The Rural Economic Development program is another example of how our government is ensuring small towns and rural communities across Ontario continue to share in the province’s growth and economic prosperity.”
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