The federal government is breathing new life into the tourism sector in Kenora-Rainy River.
A number of camps and tourist related businesses are receiving funding from FedNor to help them recover from the pandemic.
A portion of the nearly $9.7 million allocated for northern Ontario is meant for upgrades and repairs.
Stanley’s West Arm Camp in the Vermilion Bay area is welcoming $100,000 to renovate its cabins with new air conditioning units, complete winterization, appliance replacements, and upgrades to the boathouse and deck.
Century Lodge in Eagle Lake has received the same amount for new docks, a new generator and fuel storage tanks, a new septic system, and a new cabin.
Wright’s Wilderness Camp is getting $100,000 to replace a cabin at its Gullrock Lake location.
Wilderness Air in Vermilion Bay has received the same amount to expand their facilities, and update and develop advertising materials.
Here is a complete list of recipients and projects for local outfitters:
Manitou Mounds Foundation
$499,856
The Manitou Mounds Foundation (MMF) is receiving a non-repayable investment of $499,856 to revitalize the Kay-Nah-Chi-Wah-Nung Historical Centre located at a National Historic Site of Canada.
City of Kenora
$354,375
The City of Kenora is receiving $354,275 to make improvements to McLeod Park and Husky’s Landing along the community harbourfront.
Seine River First Nation
$108,743
Seine River First Nation is receiving $108,743 to develop and install Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality components as part of an immersive cultural tourism experience at the multi-use cultural centre. This funding is provided through FedNor’s Northern Ontario Development Program.
Yellow Bird Lodge
$100,000
Yellow Bird Lodge is receiving $100,000 to build a multi-purpose building that will include a sauna, hot tub and indoor fitness facility.
Delaney Lake Lodge
$100,000
Delaney Lake Lodge is receiving $100,000 to build new staff living quarters, purchase two high-efficiency generators, and build a storage building for the new generators.
Border Country Outfitters
$100,000
Border Country Outfitters is receiving $100,000 to remodel and update their facilities.
Stanley’s West Arm Camp
$100,000
Stanley’s West Arm Camp is receiving $100,000 to renovate its cabins with new air conditioning units, complete winterization, and appliance replacements; upgrade the boathouse and deck; and undertake other facility and equipment improvements.
Wright’s Wilderness Camp
$100,000
Wright’s Wilderness Camp is receiving $100,000 to replace a cabin at its Gullrock Lake location.
Century Lodge
$100,000
Century Lodge is receiving $100,000 to upgrade its facilities with new docks, a new generator and fuel storage tanks, a new septic system, and a new cabin.
Wilderness Air
$100,000
Wilderness Air is receiving $100,000 to expand their facilities, and update and develop advertising materials.
Wiley Point Lodge
$100,000
Wiley Point Lodge is receiving $100,000 to redevelop a marina docking facility.
Gateway North Outfitters
$100,000
Gateway North Outfitters is receiving $100,000 to build new cabins at two locations.
Totem Lodge of Sioux Narrows
$100,000
Totem Lodge is receiving $100,000 to renovate the lounge/bar and kitchen.
Empower Conditioning
$100,000
Empower Conditioning is receiving $100,000 to support the operation of retreats and events, and to increase marketing infrastructure.
Pine Cliff Lodge
$100,000
Pine Cliff Lodge is receiving $100,000 to support renovations and upgrades to the kitchen and guest reception area, including the lodge retail space.
Red Deer Lodge
$100,000
Red Deer Lodge is receiving $100,000 to design and install a certified, all-season septic system.
Pine Acres Camps and Outfitters
$100,000
Pine Acres Camps and Outfitters is receiving $100,000 to upgrade the camping and RV areas at its seasonal hunting lodge, and to update highway signage to reflect the improvements.
The Outpost Company
$100,000
The Outpost Company is receiving $100,000 to purchase and install a modular building to provide additional staff quarters.
Woman River Camp
$99,500
Woman River Camp is receiving $99,500 to support upgrades to the infrastructure, equipment, and the main facility.
Rainy River Future Development Corporation
$99,000
Rainy River Future Development Corporation is receiving $99,000 to develop tourism products and increase marketing and promotion efforts as part of the Fort Frances and Rainy River District Tourism Development Marketing Plan. This funding is provided through FedNor’s Northern Ontario Development Program.
Camp Narrows Lodge
$87,500
Camp Narrows Lodge is receiving $87,500 to upgrade amenities including new docking, separate staff quarters, and additional eating and social areas to support expanded, year-round services.
Bamaji Air
$87,500
Bamaji Air is receiving $87,500 to expand and renovate the hangar building to allow separate departure, arrival, and staff-only areas.
Duck Bay Lodge
$87,500
Duck Bay Lodge is receiving $87,500 to build a staff/utility cabin at its camp on Lake of the Woods.
Township of Chapple
$72,000
The Township of Chapple is receiving $72,000 to construct an outdoor tourism facility on the waterfront. This funding is provided through FedNor’s Northern Ontario Development Program.
Clarke and Crombie Camps
$50,000
Clarke and Crombie Camps is receiving $50,000 to build a new fish cleaning house and renovate one cabin.
MS Kenora
$50,000
MS Kenora is receiving $50,000 to upgrade e-commerce and advertising materials, including billboard upgrades, website development, and expansion of online sales and non-contact payment processing.
Big North Lodge
$49,270
Big North Lodge is receiving $49,270 to install energy efficient heat pumps, solar power systems, solar fridges, and two new sewage systems.
Green Adventures
$40,000
Green Adventures is receiving $40,000 to expand its tourism programming to include land-based ecotourism and Indigenous knowledge-based experiences.
Hawk Lake Lodge
$33,363
Hawk Lake Lodge is receiving $33,363 to install a fire suppression system on the grounds of their fishing lodge.
Five Lakes Lodge
$20,000
Five Lakes Lodge is receiving $20,000 to winterize an existing cabin and to purchase and install a new dock.
Vermillion Bay Lodge
$15,000
Vermillion Bay Lodge is receiving $15,000 to complete the construction of two new screened-in porches on existing cabins.
