Some good news for organizers of events and festivals as the Provincial government is investing $20 million to provide support.
The Reconnect Ontario Fund is looking to support innovative events in Ontario that will offer safe experiences that encourage people to travel locally, draw tourists as well as local visitors, generate positive economic impact, and provide job opportunities.
The application deadline is February 2nd.
To be eligible, an event must: take place between April 1, 2022, and March 31, 2023, occur in the province of Ontario (if an in-person event) or be produced in Ontario (if a broadcast or virtual event), be open to the public at large without membership in a club or group and follow all municipal and provincial guidelines, including health and safety guidelines.
Program guidelines and application form can be found online at https://www.ontario.ca/page/available-funding-opportunities-ontario-government.