HAMILTON May 6, 2011 — Ontario today announced a grant of 7500 in support of two community- based initiatives managed by the Hamilton Economic Summit (HES) under the auspices of the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce. This multi-year funding is the result of a successful application to the Communities in Transition (CiT) program administered by the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade. Hamilton Hive is a newly established network of local young professionals and entrepreneurs focused on business development and city building. It will receive up to 2500 over three years toward a staff resource and the cost of hosting an annual conference in the City of Hamilton. Renew Hamilton is digital media initiative that will document, promote and accelerate economic change now occurring in our lower city. The key deliverables include case studies of significant renewal projects transforming Hamilton and an accompanying educational curriculum. This initiative will receive up to 5000 over three years toward project coordination and production costs. “Hamilton continues to attract young professionals seeking business opportunities and a high quality of life,” said Sophia Aggelonitis, MPP for Hamilton Mountain. “This investment will help generate the next wave of jobs in our community.” Ted McMeekin, MPP for Ancaster-Dundas-Flamborough-Westdale, adds: “This is a major win for all parts of Hamilton as we continue to strengthen our overall appeal to people and business …
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National Grid has awarded nearly million to further develop and enhance two major economic development projects in Schenectady County. Schenectady County Legislator Vince DiCerbo joined with National Grid of the US President Tom King and Congressman Paul Tonko for the announcement.