Community Futures Ventures gives $10,000 for area projects

Nine communities have been selected to receive funding for community beautification project through Community Futures Ventures.

Community Futures Ventures has received overwhelming interest in its Community Beautification Works Project initiative. This summer, a total of $10,000 will be shared by 9 communities within the Community Futures Ventures region. As well, Community Futures Ventures board of directors and staff will provide 2 days of hands on labour to assist with each project.

Developed to promote economic development, Community Futures Beautification Works Project provides a unique opportunity for communities to access funding to assist with a beautification project that shares collaborative efforts and volunteer work.

Congratulations to the nine communities who are receiving funding for their projects: Dysart Golden Years Club, Invermay Recreation Board, Town of Strasburg, Ituna Community in Bloom Committee, Buchanan Community Center, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 52 Canora, Town of Sturgis, Ituna & District Museum and the Village of Stenen. The allocated project funds will be used for painting buildings, planting flowers, refurbishing signs, replacing doors and general beautifying of public spaces such as campgrounds, main streets and community centers.