North Grenville, ON – On Friday, local MPP Steve Clark met with Mayor Nancy Peckford as the municipality announced the completion of the multi-use pathway at Riverside Park, which made possible thanks to a $100,000 Resilient Communities Fund grant from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). This funding has significantly enhanced the park, providing improved amenities and greater accessibility for the community.

“Thank you to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for investing $100,000 towards creating a multi-use pathway in Riverside Park. This support is vital to the Municipality of North Grenville’s initiative to enhance the park, making it a space all residents can enjoy,” said Steve Clark, MPP for Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes. “Encouraging active living by creating more dedicated and accessible infrastructure fosters healthy lifestyles, while also helping to build more connected and safe communities.”

First awarded in March 2022, the grant allowed the Municipality of North Grenville to build a new multi-purpose pathway at Riverside Park. The new multi-use pathway will connect various parts of the park, encouraging outdoor activities and fostering a greater sense of community for all.

“We are incredibly grateful for the support from the Ontario Trillium Foundation,” said Nancy Peckford, Mayor of North Grenville. “This funding is crucial in our efforts to enhance Riverside Park by offering more amenities and creating a safer, more accessible space for all residents.”

The multi-use pathway at Riverside Park was designed to accommodate a variety of activities, including walking, cycling, and exercise stations. This project is part of the Municipality’s ongoing commitment to enhancing public spaces and promoting active living. For more information about the Riverside Park multi-use pathway project, please visit the project page here.

The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Ontario government with a mission to build healthy and vibrant communities across the province. Last year, OTF invested more than $110M into 1,044 community projects and multi-sector partnerships. Projects aim to enhance economic well-being, foster more active lifestyles, support child and youth development, provide spaces for people to come together and connect, and create a more sustainable environment. Visit otf.ca to learn more

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