Enbridge grants disbursed
By Liz Dadson
 

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Bob Simpson (L), general manager of Enbridge Ontario Wind Farm, presents a cheque for $50,000 to Kincardine mayor Larry Kraemer

Enbridge Ontario Wind Farm has donated $50,000 toward community grants for this year, as disbursed by the Municipality of Kincardine.

The following groups have received funding through this grant program:

• Kincardine Agricultural Society, $1,000, to promote improvements and advance the standards of agriculture
• Chantry Chinook Classic Salmon Derby, $2,000, for stocking rainbow and brown trout, stream and habitat improvement, education
• Paddy Walker Heritage Society, $2,500, restoration of oldest building in Kincardine as a museum

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• Kincardine Yacht Club, $2,500, to fund a student for the lighthouse
• Bluewater Summer Playhouse, $3,600, to promote tourism through production of summer theatre
• Kincardine Dog Owners Group, $1,700, for fencing and signage for off-leash dog park (project not established by council)
• Kincardine Canada Day committee, $1,200, to promote Canada Day with events for all ages
• Kincardine Fish Derby, $2,000, for fish re-stocking and conservation efforts
• Royal Canadian Legion, $2,000, to maintain the structure of the building
• Kincardine Lions Club, $5,000, toward the playground at the Davidson Centre
• Tverton Lions Club, $1,000, for new mural in Tiverton
• Kincardine Minor Soccer Club, $5,550, for construction of washrooms, storage and concession facility at soccer complex
• Bervie Women's Institute, $2,000, for siding and insulation of community hall
• Kin Artisan Festival organization committee, $2,500, to establish annual arts festival
• Bruce Township Historical Society, $1,500, to preserve and record history in the area
• Tiverton Agricultural Society, $250, for the Tiverton Fall Fair
• Kincardine Scottish Festival and Highland Games, $2,500, to showcase Kincardine's cultural heritage
• Kincardine Chamber of Commerce, $200, for Santa Claus Parade
• Parkinson Society Canada, $1,000, to make a positive difference in the lives of those affected by Parkinson's
• Bruce County Plowmen's Association, $1,500, to promote agriculture and develop youth leaders in the community
• Community Living of Kincardine and District, $5,000, for standby generator for a residential setting
• Kincardine District Secondary School, $2,500, to implement a program for female students
  *Inverhuron Bike Park, $1,000, to support youth and healthy lifestyle