On Friday November 15, local MPP Rick Byers met with the executive and community members at the Lion’s Head Legion to hear more about the impact of a $25,900 Capital grant from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). The grant, awarded in late 2022, was used to fix the east wall foundation and to install new flooring in the hall to extend the life of the century old building.
“It was great to be with the excellent team at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 202 to celebrate the Branch’s receipt of its Ontario Trillium Foundation grant. The Branch looks wonderful, congratulations!” Said MPP Rick Byers.
The project will give people in the community improved and safer access to the Legion as the foundation has been repaired. The new flooring will ensure a safer legion hall for activities and events by using non-skid materials for the floor. Upon completing the east wall foundation, the east wall was covered with new vinyl siding to match the existing siding.
The OTF grant will ensure a safe building for the many groups in the community who use the Legion Hall on a regular basis for their meetings. Thanks to the OTF grant, the community can be assured that the Lion’s Head Legion building is safe and will provide meeting spaces for many years to come. The veterans and their families and the community are pleased to have received an OTF grant.
“Whether it’s helping people learn new things, connect with their community, or simply have fun, organizations like the Royal Canadian Legion in Lion’s Head deliver experiences that make a difference,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. “That’s why grant support through the Ontario Trillium Foundation is so important. This funding will help ensure that it remains at the heart of the community for decades to come.”
The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Ontario government with a mission to build healthy and vibrant communities across the province. Last year, OTF invested more than $110M into 1,044 community projects and multi-sector partnerships. Projects aim to enhance economic well-being, foster more active lifestyles, support child and youth development, provide spaces for people to come together and connect, and create a more sustainable environment. Visit otf.ca to learn more.
