The Ontario government announced $750,000 will be spent this year to improve accessibility and support people of all ages and abilities throughout the province, including here in Burlington BurlingtonToday Staff
March 15, 2024
The Ontario government announced $750,000 will be spent this year to improve accessibility and support people of all ages and abilities throughout the province, including here in Burlington.
Installation of portable beach mats at Burlington Beachway Park is what $30,000 of provincial funds will be used for.
The city will purchase and install portable beach mats to provide a barrier free path of travel to the edge of Lake Ontario at Beachway Park.
Through the Inclusive Community Grants Program, 15 projects will receive funding to improve community life for older Ontarians and people with disabilities.
“Inclusive communities are key to helping people with disabilities and seniors with mobility issues take part in community life by removing barriers,” said Raymond Cho, minister for seniors and accessibility. “Through the Inclusive Community Grants Program, we are reducing social isolation and creating new opportunities for all Ontarians to stay active, healthy and independent.”
Since the Inclusive Community Grants Program was created in 2020, it has provided up to $4.5 million to support 87 projects promoting inclusivity and accessibility in Ontario.
