Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), on behalf of the Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Industry, and the Honourable Leona Dombrowsky, Ontario's Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable George Smitherman, Ontario's Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, announced the governments will spend more than $380 million towards 758 projects, fully subscribing the program just one month after it was launched. 

The Government of Canada is providing the full amount for Ontario, $195 million over two years, rather than the $68 million originally announced for this construction season. The Government of Ontario is putting $195 million towards this program over two years.

"Improving our soccer pitches, hockey rinks, baseball fields, community centres, swimming pools and local parks are all projects that not only bring together our communities, but also create jobs and boost local economies," said Goodyear.

Brampton share

The provincial contribution for Brampton is $5.2 million, while the Feds gave another $5.2 million and the city of Brampton a similar amount (minus $533,000 for local adjustments).

"The money invested today will go a long way in helping many Bramptonians make use of the great recreation facilities in our community," said Vic Dhillon, MPP for Brampton West.

$15.8M for T.O. pools

Ontario has also announced it will invest up to $15.8 million over the next two years, through Toronto Lands Corp, to implement necessary capital repairs, including renovations and upgrades for up to 32 Toronto District School Board pools and help make them more accessible for broader community use.

This investment supports recommendations made by the Aquatic Working Group, led by David Crombie. The group was formed to evaluate the condition of 39 pools slated for closure and recommend which pools were essential.