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​HALDIMAND COUNTY (ROUND 2)
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“Spark" Program

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​Haldimand County (Round 2) “Spark" Program Winners

Jessica Lymburner & Blain Albin, Caledonia Regional Chamber of Commerce
TOURISM IDEA: Enhancing Waterfront Experiences in Caledonia
Mentor: Karen Bittner, Director of Facilities & Community Services, Town of Blind River


Justin Awde 
TOURISM IDEA: Awdshire Village Resort & Market Garden
Mentor: Alex Chesney, Owner, Thames River Melons

Natalie Strouth & Janice Vilaca, Door 25
TOURISM IDEA: Taste like a Local, Door 25 Road Trip Getaway
Mentor: Nikki Nelson, Owner/Operator, N2Adventures

Each will receive $3000 in seed funds and mentorship to help them take their tourism initiatives to the next level.
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Virtual Pitch Session December 2023

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


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