Ontario Investing $203,400 to Expand Community Programs and Services in Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry
April 9, 2026
Investment will support The Tri-County Literacy Council’s employment‑focused ESL program which will create jobs, add services.
Cornwall― The Ontario government is investing $203,400 through the Ontario Trillium Foundation’s (OTF) Grow program to support the Tri-County Literacy Council’s (TCLC) expansion over the next 3 years to meet the growing demand for its services in Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry. The TCLC offers employment-focused ESL programs in a culturally relevant one‑to‑one and small‑group setting.
Through this funding, the Ontario government is enabling TCLC to continue matching ESL learners with trained volunteer tutors, train an additional 10–15 tutors annually, provide culturally relevant, employment-focused language training, and support at least 95 additional learners over the next three years.
“Increasing literacy is crucial to building a stronger economy and a stronger community,” said Nolan Quinn, MPP for Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry. “Our government’s investment in the Tri-County Literacy Council will ensure more learners across SDG have the skills they need to thrive both personally and professionally.”
Every year, OTF Grow grants support community organizations across the province to expand and improve the delivery of community-based programs and services that Ontario families rely on, with investments of up to $600,000 to support programs and services.
“In Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry and in communities across Ontario, non-profits are running proven programs that help people build skills, stay active, and feel more connected to where they live,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. “This investment will help build on the successes of local initiatives, empowering them to reach more people, deepen their impact, and strengthen community life all across the province.”
“The Ontario Trillium Foundation is pleased to invest in this new round of Grow grants, which are designed to improve the lives of Ontarians. These grants play an essential role in helping non-profit organizations broaden their local programming to address diverse community needs,” said Katharine Bambrick, CEO of the Ontario Trillium Foundation.
“This funding allows us to continue offering a program that is truly changing lives,” said Angela Vinet, Executive Director of TCLC. “We are seeing newcomers gain confidence, pursue education, and move toward meaningful employment. This investment strengthens not only individuals, but our entire community.”
Through OTF’s various granting programs, Ontario has invested more than $857 million in over 7,700 projects since 2018. These investments have created more than 10,700 full time jobs and generated over $1.3 billion in economic benefits for communities across the province. For more information and a list of recipients, visit the Ontario Trillium Foundation’s website.
QUICK FACTS
▪ The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. Its mandate is to build healthy and vibrant communities across Ontario by investing in community-based initiatives and strengthening the impact of the province’s non-profit sector. OTF programs support the arts, culture, heritage, sports and recreation, human and social services, and environment sectors across the province.
▪ Applicants can apply for funding of $100,000 to $600,000 over two or three years through to expand, improve or adapt an existing program or service.
Media Contact:
Adrian Bugelli
Office of MPP Nolan Quinn
613-933-6513
Nolan.Quinn@pc.ola.org