The Ontario government is spending $123,000 to buy a new patrol boat for Wasaga Beach Provincial Park, which officials say will improve the "visitor experience" at the park and also boost local tourism.
Simcoe-Grey MPP Brian Saunderson said the announcement represents welcome news for residents and the tens of thousands of yearly visitors to Wasaga Beach.
“This important investment will support the daily operations of this beautiful beach and is recognition of the significance of this incredible provincial park,” Saunderson said in a news release.
This funding at Wasaga Beach Provincial Park to improve infrastructure supports the purchase of a new patrol boat.
“In 2022, Ontario Parks recorded more than 12.1 million visits and overnight camping grew by nine per cent over 2021, which goes to show the increasing demand for our beautiful provincial parks,” Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks David Piccini said in the release.
“Upgrading infrastructure is one of the ways we’re working to improve the visitor experience so that they have a memorable and positive time while at our parks, returning with their friends and families for years to come," he added.
The province says ongoing investment in Ontario Parks infrastructure is another way it is expanding recreational opportunities for Ontario families, boosting local tourism and strengthening the protection and health of local wildlife and the environment.
This project is part of Ontario’s $41.7-million investment over two years to upgrade and maintain Ontario Parks infrastructure to continue to ensure a modern and enjoyable parks experience.
