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BRUCE COUNTY (ROUND 4)
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“Spark" Mentorships & Grants Program



​2022 Bruce County (Round 4) “
Spark" Program Winners:

Amy Caperchione, iSUP Saugeen
TOURISM IDEA: 
Mobile Surf Shop Services, Wellness Events, Water Safety Education
Mentor: Tarah Coates, Owner, SurfsUp Eco Shop


Wendy Chen, On Hidden Gem
TOURISM IDEA: Local Bruce County Tours for the Chinese Community
Mentor: Kelly Johnston, Manager, Ontario Travel Information Centres

Ian Shawn Nadjiwon, Nanabush Apiaries
TOURISM IDEA: Anishnawbemowin Tours of the Apiary & Honey Bee Forage Area
Mentor: Whitney Lake, B
eekeeper & Owner, Lake Reflections Apiary

Each will receive $3000, mentorship and additional partner support to help them take their tourism initiatives to the next level.
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Virtual Pitch Session November 2022

Stay tuned to our social media channels for updates on their progress.


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