DRYDEN — The city is receiving provincial funding to repair a dock damaged during last year's flooding, and to upgrade a fire hall.
Northern Development Minister Greg Rickford announced the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation is contributing nearly $237,000 for the tow projects.
The Van Horne Landing Dock was damaged during high water in 2022, with the province chipping in $146,000 in replacement costs.
“The Van Horne Landing Dock sustained significant damage last year and funding from the NOHFC will allow us to make necessary repairs to fully re-open the dock, giving residents and visitors a place to safely access and enjoy Wabigoon Lake,” said Jack Harrison, Mayor of Dryden.
The City will also receive $90,000 to replace Fire Hall One’s heating, ventilation and air conditioning system with a more cost-effective and efficient system.
“NOHFC funding will also allow us to upgrade the HVAC system at Firehall #1, providing a safe and comfortable workplace for our full-time staff and volunteer firefighters for years to come. We greatly appreciate the continued support from Minister Rickford and the NOHFC,” Harrison continued.
The NOHFC provides Northern Ontario provides financial assistance to municipalities, organizations, and businesses to help stimulate growth, job creation and skills development investing more than $685 million in 5,656 projects since 2018.
“Our government understands the importance of having safe and reliable community infrastructure, and the City of Dryden’s Van Horne Landing Dock and Firehall #1 are no exception,” said Greg Rickford, Minister of Northern Development. “Through the NOHFC, we are proud to support local projects that make a real difference in the lives of residents, businesses and tourists, as well as the emergency responders that keep our community safe.”
