The MPP for Perth Wellington has announced $4,574,600 in funding for vulnerable people throughout Perth and Wellington counties.
“This funding will help those most in need in every part of Perth-Wellington,” Pettapiece said. “It is all the more important now that we are recovering from the effects of COVID-19.”
Wellington County will receive $3,242,700 in funding. The City of Stratford administers social services funding on behalf of the County of Perth and will receive $1,331,900.
This is part of a larger $307 million investment throughout Ontario through the Social Services Relief Fund (SSRF). It is aimed at helping municipalities and Indigenous community partners deliver critical services, create longer-term housing solutions, and keep people safe.
This investment comes after larger investments of $765 million through the SSRF in 2020-2021.
“Large cities are not the only ones needing to tackle homelessness and poverty,” Pettapiece added. “The funding will be important for continuing critical services in Wellington and Perth counties.”
“Municipalities have been on the frontlines of Ontario’s pandemic response and vaccine rollout, while continuing to protect our most vulnerable populations, including homeless populations,” said Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
“Our government is committed to ensuring municipalities have the resources they need to keep their communities safe, and today’s funding will help our local partners deliver critical services, support vulnerable people, and unlock affordable housing in their communities,” Clark added.
Last year, Pettapiece announced $7,577,788 in total local funding through the SSRF.
