For Immediate Release
March 17, 2008

BROCK PLANS FOR BUSINESS INVESTMENT

McGuinty Government Helps Maintain and Create Jobs

Ontario is helping the Township of Brock develop a strategic plan to help retain and expand businesses.

The Province is providing $20,500 to help create an up-to-date business inventory and a business retention and expansion report for the local business community.

Quotes

"This new plan will help increase competitiveness of local businesses while also helping create and retain jobs," said Leona Dombrowsky, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs.

"This project will help as we develop an up-to-date relevant business inventory and create a business retention and expansion report," said Larry O'Connor, Mayor of the Township of Brock.

Quick Facts

" Through the Rural Economic Development Program, the province has invested $46.7 million in 144 projects, representing a total investment of $477.7 million in rural Ontario, since 2003.

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Learn more about the Rural Economic Development Program.

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Contacts:

Kelly Synnott
Minister's Office
416-326-6439

Brent Ross
Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
416-326-9342