Government of Canada invests over $198,000 in Little Lake Park Accessibility Improvements

Media Release

Government of Canada invests over $198,000 in Little Lake Park Accessibility Improvements

For Immediate Release

(December 23, 2024, Midland, ON) - The Town of Midland gratefully received a contribution from the Government of Canada, through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), to enhance vital accessibility and safety features at Little Lake Park, supporting 75% of the project costs.

These park improvements allow residents and visitors of all abilities to continue enjoying one of Midland's most beloved green spaces. The project, focusing on compliance under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), included detailed design, construction of new ramps, re-construction of existing amenities, and the addition of a pedestrian-only access recreational pathway. Upgrades were completed in the fall of 2023.

Improvements include:

• Installation of three new paved ramps throughout the park connecting users from the vehicle parking area to the park’s amenities and facilities.
• Re-construction of an existing ramp complete with paving and support rails along each side.
• Restoration of an existing pavilion with a new concrete surface that can be accessed by one of the new ramps.
• Creation of a new point of entry for pedestrians by using the recreational pathway to access the park safely from Yonge Street.

Quotes:

Bill Gordon, Mayor of the Town of Midland: “Everyone in our community deserves to feel welcome and included. These improvements have allowed more people to safely visit and access one of Midland’s signature spots, Little Lake Park. We are grateful for the Government of Canada for their continued support by providing much-needed infrastructure funding to municipalities and for assisting Midland to enhance accessibility at Little Lake Park.”

Adam Chambers, MP Simcoe North: “Strengthening access to recreational spaces found in Midland is necessary for residents and visitors alike. This contribution ensures that Little Lake Park, one of Midland's gems, remains a welcoming space for all to enjoy. I welcome the Government of Canada’s decision to allocate funding to Simcoe North through the Community Revitalization Fund.”

About FedDev Ontario

For 15 years, the Government of Canada, through FedDev Ontario, has worked to advance and diversify the southern Ontario economy through funding opportunities and business services that support innovation, growth and job creation in Canada’s most populous region. The Agency has delivered impressive results, which can be seen in southern Ontario businesses that are creating innovative technologies, improving productivity, growing revenues, creating jobs, and in the economic advancement of communities across the region. Learn more about the impacts the Agency is having in southern Ontario by exploring our investment profiles, our Southern Ontario Spotlight, and FedDev Ontario’s X, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

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