Ontario’s Highlands Tourism Association looks to give local tourism businesses and groups a kick-start through funding

Ontario’s Highlands Tourism Organization is offering financial support to help the tourism sector in the region recover from the impact of COVID-19.

The Organization’s Kate Evans tells Lake 88 they’ve launched a special fund, thanks to the provincial and federal governments.

The Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, also known as FedDev Ontario is behind the funding.

There is $2.7 million dollars to distribute, so Evans hopes to get close to 30 businesses and groups apply.

She adds there are a number of possibilities for people who may want to expand to year-round opportunities.

She notes that applications received before May 15th will be prioritized.  If you qualify, you can get the application process underway by visiting tourismrelief.ca. Just click this text block to be brought to their site.