Ontario Government to Provide over $535 000 to Local Events in Wellington-Halton Hills
24 April 2025
April 24, 2025
FERGUS, ONT. – The Ontario government is investing nearly $20 million in over 350 festivals and events across the province, with over $535,000 being invested into local events in Wellington-Halton Hills. The funding, which was made possible through the 2025 Experience Ontario program, will help boost tourism, strengthen local economies, and celebrate the strong communities across Ontario.
Today’s announcement was made by Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming, along with Kevin Holland, Member of Provincial Parliament for Thunder Bay – Atikokan, at Fort William Historical Park in Thunder Bay.
“Our government is proud to support a few of the incredible events that take place throughout Wellington-Halton Hills. Thank you to all the volunteers that make these events possible.” Said Joseph Racinsky, The MPP for Wellington-Halton Hills.
The seven recipients from Wellington-Halton Hills are:
- Major League Show Jumping Erin – $125,000
- Hillside Festival – $125,000
- Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games – $55,000
- The Elora Festival – $55,000
- Eden Mills Writer’s Festival-$30,250
- Tractor Tunes Bluegrass Fest – $20,000
“Ontario’s festivals and events showcase the best of our province, while instilling pride, creating jobs and boosting local economies,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. “Now more than ever, it is important that we come together to take part in made-in-Ontario experiences that celebrate our collective identity and support our local communities.”
For more information:
Office of Joseph Racinsky, MPP Wellington-Halton Hills
2nd Floor
181 St. Andrews St. E
Fergus, ON N1M 1P9
(519) 787-5247 | joseph.racinsky@pc.ola.org | www.josephracinskympp.ca