Backgrounder: Halton, Hamilton and surrounding areas offer expanded tourism experiences
Backgrounder
July 3, 2024
Today, on behalf of the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), Adam van Koeverden, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and to the Minister of Sport and Physical Activity and Member of Parliament for Milton, announced a FedDev Ontario investment of over $1.1 million through the Tourism Growth Program for six organizations in Halton, Hamilton and surrounding areas to support tourism projects.
| Recipient Name | Project | Funding Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Oakville Business Improvement Area | The Downtown Oakville BIA enhanced its second annual GLO DTO festival in March 2024. The festival enhancements included an interactive art attraction, which contributed to drawing thousands of visitors to the area. | $58,809 |
| Conservation Halton | Conservation Halton will install an inflatable waterpark at Kelso Conservation Area Park in Milton, which is expected to attract more than 8,500 annual visitors and open the door for further investment opportunities into the park, allowing its conservation efforts to be enjoyed by all for years to come. | $200,000 |
| Conservation Halton Foundation | Conservation Halton Foundation, in collaboration with Conservation Halton, will add a holographic immersive experience at the Crawford Lake Visitor Centre that is expected to attract 10,000 tourists annually. | $180,000 |
| The Heart of Ontario: Hamilton Halton Brant | The Heart of Ontario: Hamilton Halton Brant will implement its three-year strategic, green economy, tourism growth plan. This includes providing training and supports for tourism operators to develop experiences, and a four-day shoulder season culinary event. | $200,000 |
| Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation | The Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation will enhance the historic Council House, built in 1882, allowing it to re-open and provide a restored, accessible and safe indoor cultural gathering space where Anishinaabe culture can be shared with locals and tourists alike. | $500,000 |
| Visit Oakville | Visit Oakville enhanced its Taste of Oakville culinary event by engaging more restaurants and increasing marketing to drive awareness, which grew participation during the 2024 edition. | $15,000 |
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