Could Your Event Qualify? Find Out!
The Economic Development Office, of the City of Kawartha Lakes, has a “Special Events Economic Development Partnership Fund” to help groups in their promote special events, in the community.
Eligible 2011 special events should target attendance from outside the boundaries of Kawartha Lakes, encourage overnight stays, and increased spending across all business sectors.
Deadline for the Special Events Economic Development Partnership Fund is Monday, May 2
nd, 2011. Funds awarded will be based on the event’s merits as outlined in the application. Submit your completed application before 4:30 pm to the City of Kawartha Lakes Economic Development Office at 180 Kent Street West, Lindsay.
The aim of this special events fund is to help increase tourism from outside Kawartha Lakes and encourage cross promotion with other events, attractions and services. Ultimately, the goal is to present Kawartha Lakes as the travel destination of choice, through the appeal of unique events showcasing the best in entertainment, culture, heritage, and authentic rural fun.
Application forms are available at the Economic Development Office at 180 Kent Street West, Lindsay or online at
www.explorekawarthalakes.com. For more information on this funding partnership opportunity, call the Economic Development office at 705-324-9411 ext. 1232 or email tourism (at) city.kawarthalakes.on.ca.
See the full
Special Events Economic Development Partnership Fund Second Intake article ob the City of Kawartha Lakes website.