On January 11th2023 the tri-regions hosted a Deficit Dilemma Workshop, with over 185 people in attendance! If you missed this workshop, or would like to review the content, a link to the recording and the Powerpoint Slides are available below:
Here is the Mission Support Grant application for 2023. The deadline for submitting an application is 12:01 am Tuesday September 6th, 2022. Completed application packages can be sent to Kathy Douglas at KDouglas@united-church.ca
Upon receiving your email, Kathy will let you know she has your application. If you have not heard from Kathy within 3 working days, please be in touch with her to ensure she received your email.
If you have any questions or concerns as you fill out the application, please don’t hesitate to be in touch with any of the staff members
The Ontario Grant to Support Anti-Hate Security Measures for Faith-Based and Cultural Organizations is now accepting applications for 2022-23. Organizations that applied for the grant in 2021-22 can apply again for 2022-23.
The deadline to apply is August 31, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
As with the previous round of the program, the grant can go towards expenses such as security equipment or training to respond to hate-motivated incidents. Funds must be spent on eligible expenses by March 31, 2023.
Further information can be found on the website. For additional questions or help, please contact ServiceOntario. Call centres are open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding government and statutory holidays:
Toll-free: 1-855-216-3090
Toll-free TTY: 1-800-268-7095
Ontario Grant to Support Anti-Hate Security Measures for Faith-Based and Cultural Organizations
We’re looking for amazing projects to fund through the second round of the My Main Street Community Activator program!
The program, funded by the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, supports placemaking projects across southern Ontario in 2022, with reimbursements between $25,000 and $250,000.
Learn more by reviewing the application guide and apply by completing and submitting the application form. The deadline to apply is February 1, 2022.
We’ll also be hosting information sessions and events to encourage bold, ambitious projects that will drive economic activity and support the inclusion of equity seeking groups.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to placemaking@mymainstreet.ca. Or feel free to book some time with Cecile or Jared to discuss by phone.
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