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Let There Be Light: Moore Agricultural Society Celebrates $58,600 OTF Grant From Ontario Government
Brigden, ON – On Saturday, local MPP Bob Bailey met with board members of the Moore Agricultural Society – home of the Bridgen Fair – to celebrate a $58,600 Capital grant they received from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to upgrade and improve their electrical infrastructure.
“I’m extremely pleased that the Moore Agricultural Society has been able to invest in upgrades to their electrical systems thanks to a grant from the Ontario Government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation,” said Bob Bailey, MPP for Sarnia—Lambton. “For generations, the Moore Agricultural Society has been a community staple, providing important agricultural education to tens of thousands of visitors to the Brigden Fair Grounds; this investment will help to ensure the Moore Agricultural Society can continue this important work for generations to come.”
Awarded in September 2023, the grant allowed the Moore Agricultural Society to address a community need by upgrading and improving the sustainability of our electrical infrastructure thereby increasing the venue’s longevity while reducing its environmental footprint. Electrical upgrades and the switchover to LED lighting will conserve energy and reduce costs. If we can keep our costs down, that helps us to maintain reasonable pricing for any gated events. The grounds are used by many local organizations including Youth Groups, Brigden Youth Horticultural Garden Group, Seniors Walking clubs, 4-H groups, Cooking Buddies, etc. It is a venue for many activities to enrich the lives of our community. As a tourist attraction, it brings revenue to the town.
As a community hub, the Fairgrounds host all types of life celebrations (weddings, showers, funeral receptions, banquets, 4-h achievement days, as well as entertainment events etc.) both indoors and outdoors. Moore Agricultural Society is also part of the Township’s Emergency Response Plan as a warming/cooling centre. Updating the electrical infrastructure to use more cost-effective and efficient lighting across the fairgrounds will allow buildings to be better lit and thereby safer and more accessible for all members. Accessibility through proper lighting is just one way the Agricultural Society can ensure that everyone is able to enjoy the venue and that programming can last longer into the evening hours.
“Whether it’s helping people learn new things, connect with their community, or simply have fun, organizations like the Moore Agricultural Fair deliver experiences that make a difference,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. “That’s why grant support through the Ontario Trillium Foundation is so important. This funding will help ensure they remain at the heart of the community for decades to come.”
The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Ontario government with a mission to build healthy and vibrant communities across the province. Last year, OTF invested more than $110M into 1,044 community projects and multi-sector partnerships. Projects aim to enhance economic well-being, foster more active lifestyles, support child and youth development, provide spaces for people to come together and connect, and create a more sustainable environment. Visit otf.ca to learn more.





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