Ontario supports economic growth in Hamilton
June 23, 2008 10:12 AM
McGuinty Government Partners With City To Create Jobs And Opportunity
The City of Hamilton will use $386,000 in government funding to improve economic planning through the following initiatives:
- New multi-year economic development strategy
- Comprehensive economic development marketing plan
- Economic impact and land needs analysis for Hamilton Airport
- Research into eco-friendly business parks
- Hamilton Economic Summit (held May 1, 2008).
QUICK FACTS
- Funding for this announcement is being provided under Ontario's Communities in Transition initiative.
- Some other recent examples of provincial support for the Hamilton area include investments to improve Hamilton's waterfront, restore the downtown Lister Block and support automotive research at McMaster.
LEARN MORE
ontario.ca/economy
"Hamilton has put forward a comprehensive plan that builds on the city's diverse industry clusters and economic strengths. Our government is partnering with communities like Hamilton to help attract jobs and investment."
– Sandra Pupatello
Minister of Economic Development
"The McGuinty government is doing everything it can to help the Hamilton region succeed, whether it's investing in local infrastructure, partnering with local companies, or supporting the city's education and healthcare facilities. Today's announcement is another step in our partnership for long-term growth."
– Sophia Aggelonitis
MPP, Hamilton Mountain
"Hamilton is making large strides in diversifying its industrial base with initiatives like the McMaster Innovation Park and a growing biotechnology sector, in addition to creating a Brownfield Office to reinvigorate our older industrial areas. This support will help our city continue to develop its high-potential industry clusters and remain competitive in a knowledge-based economy."
– Fred Eisenberger
Mayor of Hamilton
Communities
