London, Ont., southwestern Ontario receive $4.5 million tourism investment
![Announcement - London - March 2023 London West MP Arielle Kayabaga and Filomena Tassi of the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), made an announcement in London, Ont. on March 3, 2023 of $4.5 million for tourism across the region. (Source: Arielle Kayabaga/Twitter)](/content/dam/ctvnews/en/images/2023/3/3/announcement---london---march-2023-1-6298088-1677870356514.jpeg)
The City of London, local municipalities and businesses are the recipients of a $4.5 million investment from the federal government designed to revitalize tourism and economic growth across the region.
According to a release, Arielle Kayabaga, MP for London West, on behalf of Filomena Tassi, the minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) announced a $4.5 million investment for 22 projects in London and across southwestern Ontario.
These investments are part of the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) and the Tourism Relief Fund (TRF), and the funds will help support “community infrastructure enhancements, tourism recovery and economic development in the region.”
“Investments in tourism and community spaces are not only vital for economic growth, but they also strengthen the social fabric of a community and preserve its unique identity for future generations to enjoy. Today’s investment in community infrastructure and tourism in London and southwestern Ontario will have a lasting impact on our local communities,” said Kayabaga.
Friday’s announcement was made at the Greek Canadian Community Centre of London and Vicinity, which received more $300,000 to improve the outdoor recreational fields and its greenspace, as well as make roof repairs.
In addition, Kustermans Adventure Farms also received more than $70,000 to create a new winter farm festival for visitors, such as campfires, Christmas tree education, adventure zones, snowman bowling and more.
“Enhancing public spaces like the Greek Canadian Community Centre and developing local attractions like Kustermans Adventure Farms brings more visitors to our communities,” said Tassi. “Offering new and unique experiences showcases all that our towns and cities have to offer, encourages people to shop locally and contributes to a strong economy. Our government supports growing communities across Ontario.”
Other fund recipients include the Delaware Speedway, the Municipality of Central Elgin, the Town of Tillsonburg, Wishbone Brewing Company Ltd. and the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority.
In total, the Tourism Relief Fund is worth $500 million, nearly $120 million of which is dedicated to projects across southern Ontario, while the Canada Community Revitalization Fund is also investing $500 million, $139 million of which is also for projects in southern Ontario.
For a full list of tourism fund recipients, you can scroll through the photo gallery below.
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
![](https://www.ctvnews.ca/polopoly_fs/1.7021823.1725146389!/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/landscape_800/image.jpg)
Trudeau, steel plant worker have heated exchange during Sault Ste. Marie visit
After meeting with transit workers and the local mayor on Thursday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau continued his visit to Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., where he canoed down St. Marys River and hosted a meet and greet at a local steel plant.
Johnny Gaudreau's widow, Meredith, remembers husband in heartfelt social media posts
The widow of Johnny Gaudreau called her husband 'the absolute best dad in the world' and thanked him for 'the best years of my life' in two Instagram posts shared Saturday.
More people than ever are eating alone at restaurants. This is why
The stigma of single dining has faded as more people live alone than ever before. Today, more people are making reservations for one.
Police charge 18 drivers for filming crash site on Hwy. 401
Ontario Provincial Police were busy on Saturday morning issuing tickets to distracted drivers allegedly using their phones to film a serious crash on Highway 401 in eastern Ontario.
49ers Ricky Pearsall shot by attackers during attempted robbery, in stable condition
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was shot Saturday during an attempted robbery, the city's mayor said.
Orangutan swung in 'cartwheel-like motion' before climbing down tower to escape: Toronto Zoo
The Toronto Zoo says it has learned how one of its orangutans escaped from its enclosure earlier this week.
Man charged after alleged 'indecent act' in family shower area at Toronto pool
A 35-year-old Toronto man is facing charges after allegedly 'committing an indecent act' in the family shower area of a public pool.
A Norwegian princess marries an American self-styled shaman in front of a star-studded audience
Social media influencers, reality stars and TV personalities were among the guests as the Norwegian king's eldest child, Princess Martha Louise, married an American self-professed shaman on Saturday in a wedding ceremony following three days of festivities.
Rapper Fatman Scoop dies at 53 after collapsing on stage in Connecticut
Fatman Scoop, the rapper who topped charts in Europe with 'Be Faithful' in the early 2000s and later lent his distinctive voice and ebullient vibe to hits by such artists as Missy Elliott and Ciara, died after collapsing on stage at a show in Connecticut, according to officials and his family.