Ontario Helping Dufferin-Caledon Non-Profits Improve Community Services

Capital funding will support vital programming and services for people who need it the most

ORANGEVILLE ― MPP Sylvia Jones announced that the Ontario government is providing more than $638,000 in capital grant funding through the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to help 7 non-profit organizations in the region deliver much-needed community support programs.

“Non-profit organizations across our province deliver programming that makes a difference – whether helping people train for new careers, learn new things or simply connect with those around them,” said Neil Lumsden, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport. “That’s why capital grant support is so important. With this funding, we’re helping to ensure that the spaces that provide these vital services remain the heart of Ontario’s communities.”

“Our government is making sure people across Dufferin-Caledon have safe and accessible facilities through the Ontario Trillium Foundation capital funding stream, making it easier for Ontarians to participate in community programs and services in sports, theatre and seniors programs,” said Sylvia Jones, MPP for Dufferin-Caledon.

To improve the infrastructure that Ontarians need to thrive, this funding is a part of an Ontario government investment of more than $37 million in capital grant funding to help 417 non-profit organizations across the province deliver much-needed community support programs. These grants will support organizations that are making a positive impact in communities throughout the province.

“Safe, accessible and well-equipped infrastructure is essential for healthy, vibrant communities. Having appropriate spaces and equipment ensures that non-profit organizations can deliver high-quality programming to the communities they serve,” said Katharine Bambrick, CEO, Ontario Trillium Foundation. “These capital projects are vital and are expected to enhance over 4.5 million square feet of community spaces for Ontarians.” 

Funded projects will:

  • Improve access to facilities, programs, activities, and services
  • Improve existing spaces and support new build projects
  • Make better use of technology

Dufferin-Caledon capital grant recipients are:

  • Archers of Caledon – $79,000
  • Bethell Hospice – $84,800
  • Island Lake Rowing Club – $29,000
  • Orangeville and District Senior Citizens Club – $106,400
  • The Caledon Seniors Centre – $148,000
  • Theatre Orangeville – $40,900
  • Town of Mono – $150,000

Please visit the Ontario Trillium Foundation’s website for more information and a full list of Capital grant stream recipients.

QUICK FACTS

  • Ontario Trillium Foundation is an agency of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, working to build healthy and vibrant communities across Ontario through investments of local grants to non-profit organizations. Its programs support the arts, culture, sports and recreation, heritage, human and social services, and environment sectors across the province.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

2022 Ontario Budget, Ontario’s Plan to Build

MEDIA CONTACT

Heather Grégoire, EA for Sylvia Jones, MPP Dufferin-Caledon

Heather.gregoire@pc.ola.org