On Friday, MPP Graydon Smith joined representatives of the Huntsville Curling Club
(HCC) to formally congratulate them on receiving a one-year, $200,000 Capital grant from the
provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF).
This investment will help fund the final phase of renovations needed to make the facility fully wheelchair accessible for all curlers and visitors.
“Ensuring that recreational facilities are accessible for everyone to enjoy is a priority for our
government,” said Graydon Smith, MPP for Parry Sound–Muskoka. “This renovation will ensure that
anyone who wishes to curl can do so, and that all visitors are able to access the building safely and
comfortably. I’m grateful to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for supporting this project, and I thank the
Huntsville Curling Club for their commitment to making their facility truly open to all.”
The Huntsville Curling Club (HCC) is taking the final, crucial step in its multi-year plan to achieve full
facility accessibility, thanks to the OTF grant. The funding will allow HCC to proceed with the demolition and complete reconstruction of accessible washrooms and change rooms. This work is the capstone of HCC’s ongoing commitment to inclusivity. Recent years have already seen the successful construction of a fully accessible main entrance and the installation of a lift, ensuring all participants can easily reach every level, including the ice surface. These comprehensive upgrades guarantee that individuals of all ages and abilities can safely participate in curling and community programs within a truly welcomingenvironment.
“This OTF grant is transformative for us,” said Ron Kreutzer, President of the Huntsville Curling Club.
“It allows us to complete the final phase of our accessibility plan and welcome even more people to
experience the sport of curling and the community spirit for which we are known.”
The Huntsville Curling Club is committed to being a premier destination for winter physical activity and
fun within the community by offering superior playing conditions in a safe, modern and fully accessible
facility.
To learn more about our programs, or if you wish to inquire about using the space for meetings
or events, visit www.huntsvillecurlingclub.ca.
The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Ontario government with a mission to build
healthy and vibrant communities across the province. Last year, OTF invested nearly $105M into 732
community projects and multi-sector partnerships. Projects aim to enhance economic well-being, foster
more active lifestyles, support child and youth development, provide spaces for people to come
together and connect, and create a more sustainable environment.
Visit otf.ca to learn more.
