The Grand River Conservation Authority is seeking infrastructure funds for three projects in the watershed, including a pavilion in the Elora Gorge Conservation Area.
The GRCA has submitted a request for funding through the Canada 150 Infrastructure Program that was announced by the federal government in May.
The projects would see an elevator added to Apps’ Mill Nature Centre, near Brantford, as well as several other improvements to provide easier access for those with mobility challenges. The total cost of the project there is about $424,000.
Renovations to the 61-year-old Kay Marston Pavilion at Elora Gorge Park would strengthen the structure, upgrade the kitchen and improve accessibility in the washrooms. This project would cost about $167,000.
Rehabilitation of the FWR Dickson Nature Trail and boardwalk near Cambridge is the third project that was submitted.
The boardwalk would be replaced, the trail network re-established and sections of trail would be restored to provide greater access to more people. This project is estimated to cost $187,000.
Federal funding through this infrastructure program could cover one-third of the Apps’ Mill upgrades and half the cost of improvements to the Kay Marston Pavilion and the FWR Dickson trail.
The GRCA and Grand River Conservation Foundation would contribute the remaining funds.
