Town of Midland Receives a $287,100 Community Building Fund Capital Grant
The Town of Midland has received a $287,100 Community Building Fund grant from the Government of Ontario and the Ontario Trillium Foundation. This grant focuses on assisting municipalities, Indigenous communities, and non-profit organizations in the community sport and recreation sectors by supporting repairs, renovations, and/or retrofitting of existing sport and recreation facilities. The Town’s grant […]
Ontario Launches the 2022-23 Edition of the Francophone Community Grants Program
Today, the Ontario government announced the application period for the 2022-2023 edition of the Francophone Community Grants Program in support of the community organizations, social enterprises, and businesses that significantly contribute to the vitality of Ontario’s francophone community. This year, to better meet the needs of these organizations, the application period has been launched earlier […]
Healthy Communities Initiative funding to contribute to Midland’s “Love Your Laneways”
The Love Your Laneways project launched in 2019 with the goal of transforming Borsa Lane, Bourgeois Lane, and the walkways that connect them to King Street into safe, functional and vibrant spaces. On Thursday, March 3, 2022, the Town of Midland received $39,850 in funding through the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative to assist in the […]
New Canada Digital Adoption Program to help small businesses thrive in the digital economy
Small businesses are the backbone of the Canadian economy and the heart of our communities across the country. As small businesses adapt to the digital economy and the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada is working to help them continue to grow, thrive, and create good jobs. The Prime Minister, Justin […]
Apply for OTF Funding to Rebuild your Organization’s Resiliency
COVID-19 continues to have a significant impact on the non-profit sector and its ability to build resiliency, and support and serve communities across Ontario. The non-profit sector faces many challenges, including the need to adapt program and service delivery, generate revenue, meet changing community needs and address health and safety requirements. COVID-19 recovery support is […]
Ontario Launches New Intake to Support Economic Opportunities in Rural Ontario
Starting on February 7th, 2022 applications and the guidelines for the new targeted Rural Economic Development (RED) program will be available. Applications will be accepted until March 7, 2022. This RED intake will provide funding for municipalities, not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous communities, and local service boards to invest in strengthening their labour markets. This Targeted RED […]
County accepting applications for its 2022 Tourism, Culture and Sport Enhancement Fund
The County of Simcoe is accepting applications for its 2022 Tourism, Culture and Sport Enhancement Fund until February 28. This year, County Council has allocated $300,000 to help fund projects or experiences that will benefit regional tourism, culture and sport. “The Tourism, Culture and Sports sector has been one of hardest hit by the COVID-19 […]
North Simcoe municipalities set to receive $3.5M in infrastructure funding
Midland, Penetanguishene, Tiny and Tay will receive a combined $3.5 from the province to fund infrastructure projects in 2022. Tay Township will receive the largest chunk of funding ($1,061,297), followed by Midland ($935,354), Penetanguishene ($837,563) and Tiny Township ($738,094). The Ontario government is providing an additional $1 billion over the next five years to help […]
Community Activator Year 2 Application Opens December 1, 2021
The My Main Street Community Activator is looking to support local placemaking projects that make a meaningful difference in local communities, drawing people out, strengthening feelings of connection and inclusion, and spurring economic activity. The program will provide support for 140 projects, with 25 per cent supporting communities with populations of 100,000 or less. Support […]
Province Invests in Midland Automotive Parts Manufacturer to Boost Local Economy
Ontario supports $7.8-million surge in Southwestern Ontario economy with $1.2-million Regional Development Program investment. The Ontario government is supporting an investment of more than $7.8 million by ZF Automotive Canada to help boost Ontario’s automotive and domestic manufacturing sectors, while attracting investment to the local economy. The province is investing nearly $1.2 million in the […]