Ontario is helping the Township of Stone Mills become greener and more environmentally conscious.

The province is investing $19,700 to help the township develop a detailed work plan for green initiatives and address community concerns about climate change, energy and water consumption and air pollution.

This initiative will encourage partnerships between businesses and the community and engage families about the need for energy conservation and the preservation of green spaces in the Tamworth/Erinsville area. Achieving this goal would not only be positive for local residents but would attract more visitors to the area, increase economic activity and develop green industry.

The funding is part of the Rural Economic Development Program which invests in community-based projects in three priority areas:

• Improved access to health care services
• Revitalized communities and downtowns
• Enhanced skills training.