Rae says that Tourism is a key component in the Perth-Wellington economy adding that ensuring adequate resources will always be one of his top priorities.
The funding is part of Reconnect Ontario, a provincial grant program that supports festivals and events.
The breakdown of funding being provided is:
Stratford Tourism Alliance – Lights On Stratford – $146,150
Stratford Summer Music – World in a Weekend – $52,540
The Town of St. Marys – Hometown Heritage 2022 – $9,139
Here for Now Theatre Company – 2022 Season – $54,986
Listowel Agricultural Society – Listowel Agricultural Fair – $22,422
Stratford Blues & Ribfest – Stratford Live Music & Food Presents: Under the Sun $8,880
Stratford Festival – New Beginnings: The 2022 Season – $185,000
Stratford Symphony Orchestra – Stratford Symphony Unplugged – $17,816