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Ford Stops in Wasaga Beach to Announce $38M Investment to Boost Tourism
- On Friday, Ontario Premier Doug Ford visited Wasaga Beach near Beach Area 1 to unveil a $38 million investment focused on boosting the town's tourism industry.
- This funding follows recent provincial budget measures and arises amid economic uncertainty and local efforts to develop tourism infrastructure and public sites.
- The investment allocates $25 million for redeveloping Nancy Island Historic Site, $11 million for road reconstruction, and $2 million for tourism planning, with the town deciding exact uses.
- Ford emphasized the effort aims to boost local tourism by honoring Ontario’s cultural history and establishing the province as a premier attraction for travelers from Canada and beyond.
- The announcement was overshadowed by protesters opposing Bill 5, a new economic bill affecting environmental laws and local autonomy, who sought dialogue with local officials throughout the week.
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Government of OntarioOntario Building Destination Wasaga
Ontario is investing nearly $38 million to build Destination Wasaga, a premier tourist destination that includes beaches, a revitalized downtown area and important historic sites, in partnership with the Town of Wasaga Beach. These investments, including from the 2025 Ontario Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario, will help protect and expand the number of jobs in the local tourism sector and boost economic growth across Simcoe County. “Wasaga Beac…
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