A number of community initiatives in Huron and Bruce counties will share just over $94,000 in funding from the province.
This funding, which comes through the Rural Ontario Development (ROD) program, was announced by MPP Lisa Thompson for Huron-Bruce on Tuesday.
The projects that are set to receive support include:
-$15,000.00 for the Town of Saugeen Shores towards their Saugeen Community Tourism Strategy 2026-2031.
-$10,275.00 to the Friends of Historic Cargill for the emergency restoration and stabilization of the Cargill 1880 Historic Schoolhouse.
-$15,000.00 to the Municipality of South Bruce for their Business Attraction Marketing Campaign – Growing with Purpose.
-$23,019.50 to the Municipality of Brockton for their Brockton Welcomes You: Signage, Lighting & Streetscape Renewal Project.
-$16,865.31 to Howick Township for their Community Improvement and Beautification Plan.
-$14,375.00 to Huron East Municipality for organizing the Huron East Job and Volunteer Fair.
“Rural communities are the backbone of Ontario’s economy, and our government is committed to ensuring they have the tools and resources needed to grow, attract investment and create new opportunities,” said MPP Thompson. “Through the Rural Ontario Development program, we are supporting locally driven projects that strengthen community capacity, enhance economic development and help build a strong future for families, workers, and businesses across Huron-Bruce. These investments reflect our government’s ongoing commitment to working alongside rural communities to unlock their potential and ensure they continue to thrive.”
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