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$195,500 to Upgrade Community Infrastructure

NIPISSING – Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing announced that the Ontario government is providing two municipalities in Nipissing with $195,500 in funding this year through the Ontario Trillium Foundation’s (OTF) Capital grant stream to make it easier for residents to access critical programming, activities and spaces.

“Our government believes facilities like Powassan’s outdoor pool and Chisholm’s library enrich the lives of people in our community,” said MPP Vic Fedeli. “This financial support will enable The Municipality of Powassan and the Township of Chisholm to better serve the people that live here and continue to make a positive difference.”

A breakdown of funding includes the following:

• $170,500 for the Municipality of Powassan to make necessary repairs to the community’s outdoor pool to ensure that it can continue to operate for many years to come.
• $25,000 for the Township of Chisholm to upgrade their library facilities by replacing interior light fixtures, installing a new heat pump, and bringing accessibility features up to standard.

“The entire Municipality of Powassan and surrounding area would like to thank Minister Fedeli and the Ontario Government for this funding. For 68 years the Powassan Lions Pool has provided swimming lessons, recreation opportunities and a great way to beat the summer heat for an entire community. The Lions Pool has always been one of the busiest summer time locations in our community.  This funding will enable the Municipality to move forward with plans to rehab and upgrade our existing public pool.  This investment will ensure the Powassan Lions Pool will be operating for many years to come.” – Peter McIsaac, Mayor, Municipality of Powassan.

“What great news to hear! Collaboration between different municipalities is essential for the success and sustainability of community programs and services such as the library in Powassan.  By working together, the Township of Chisholm, Municipality of Powassan, and Nipissing Township have made it possible to upgrade the facilities of the Powassan and District Union Library. This collaboration not only ensures the availability of library services but also enables the provision of excellent programming for all our communities. It’s a wonderful example of how partnerships can benefit everyone involved. Thank to Minister Fedeli for his ongoing support of local initiatives such as this.” – Gail Degagne, Mayor, Township of Chisholm.

OTF’s Capital grant stream helps organizations improve their infrastructure so they can continue delivering programs and services that Ontarians need to thrive. Whether it’s purchasing equipment, building a new space or completing renovations, retrofits or repairs, these grants support projects that are making a difference in Nipissing.

These Capital grants are part of the more than $28 million supporting 291 local programs and services that help deliver critical community programming across province.Please visit OTF’s website for more information and to view a full list of Capital grant stream recipients.

QUICK FACTS

• The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. Its mandate is to build healthy and vibrant communities across Ontario by investing in community-based initiatives and strengthening the impact of the province’s non-profit sector. OTF programs support the arts, culture, heritage, sports and recreation, human and social services, and environment sectors across the province.
• The Ontario government has invested more than $702 million in over 6,600 projects since 2018. These investments have created more than 8,800 full time jobs and generated over $1 billion in economic benefits for communities across the province.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

2024 Ontario Budget: Building a Better Ontario