Small Towns: Big Impact

Interesting reading... the Ontario Trillium Foundation’s research into grantmaking in small Ontario communities 2007.

The Foundation's research found that many small towns are rallying to address local challenges with innovation, energy and optimistic commitment. These are exemplified by strong leadership and committed volunteers. They’re reclaiming and rejuvenating their communities and building them with a new resilience and adaptability. In the process, small towns are learning to trust their own abilities, embrace new opportunities, and find promise for the future.

http://www.trilliumfoundation.org/cms/en/sm_towns_grantmaking07.aspx

Thanks again to all our volunteers!

Artist Party and Information Session

Thank you to the juried artists that attended the Artist Party and Info Session on Saturday, July 26 at Sally and Jefferson Mappin's. The event was a great success. Thank you also to all those that brought the delicious food for the potluck.

Thanks to the artists for volunteering your time to help make this year's festival a fantastic show. We've never had so many volunteers before and it's a HUGE help.

If you are interesting in helping the festival with brochure distribution or invitation mailing please contact the office at 519 943 1149.

And a BIG thank you to Sally and Jefferson for being such generous hosts!