Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund
Laidlaw Foundation is granting up to $30,000 to Indigenous youth-led groups that are based in remote, rural, and urban territories spanning Ontario.
Through the Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF), Laidlaw Foundation invests in opportunities for Indigenous youth to connect with their land, languages and cultures, and strengthen and deepen their relationships across Indigenous communities.
Ontario Parks Accepting Proposals for Innovative Recreation Ideas & Experiences
Ontario Parks is inviting private, public and Indigenous businesses, non-profit organizations, community groups, and entrepreneurs to share their most innovative ideas for new recreation experiences. Through this initiative, candidates will have the possibility of operating their business or service at provincial parks, with the goal of generating revenue for itself and for the use and care of Ontario Parks. The ideas with the highest potential may receive seed funding during future procurement.
The proposed activities and services should bring new visitors, particularly in non-peak seasons and in parks that have capacity to accept more visitors to avoid overcrowding. Proposals must also be consistent with applicable provincial legislation and individual park management plans, which specify what activities can take place within a provincial park while keeping the park’s ecology and environment protected.