Powassan and Chisholm are receiving capital funding from the province.
Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing $195,500 in funding this year through the Ontario Trillium Foundation’s (OTF) Capital grant stream to make it easier for residents to access critical programming, activities and spaces.
A breakdown of funding includes the following:
- $170,500 for the Municipality of Powassan to make necessary repairs to the community’s outdoor pool.
- $25,000 for the Township of Chisholm to upgrade library facilities by replacing interior light fixtures, installing a new heat pump, and bringing accessibility features up to standard.
“Our government believes facilities like Powassan’s outdoor pool and Chisholm’s library enrich the lives of people in our community,” says Fedeli. “This financial support will enable The Municipality of Powassan and the Township of Chisholm to better serve the people that live here and continue to make a positive difference.”
Mayor Peter McIsaac says the Powassan Lion’s Pool has provided swimming lessons, recreation opportunities and a great way to beat the summer heat for 68 years.
“The Lion’s Pool has always been one of the busiest summertime locations in our community,” he says. “This funding will enable the Municipality to move forward with plans to rehab and upgrade our existing public pool. This investment will ensure the Powassan Lions Pool will be operating for many years to come.”
Chisholm Mayor Gail DeGagne says collaboration between different municipalities is essential for the success and sustainability of community programs and services such as the library in Powassan.
“By working together, the Township of Chisholm, Municipality of Powassan, and Nipissing Township have made it possible to upgrade the facilities of the Powassan and District Union Library,” DeGagne says. “This collaboration not only ensures the availability of library services but also enables the provision of excellent programming for all our communities.”
OTF’s Capital grant stream helps organizations improve their infrastructure.
