The Ontario Trillium Foundation has come to the aid of the Quinte Paddling Club again.
On Saturday morning, Bay of Quinte riding MPP Tyler Allsopp announced a Trillium grant of $46,600 for the
club.
In 2023 the club was selected for a grant of $58,500 from the foundation.
This most recent grant allowed the club to purchase two competitive dragon boats which hold 22 people, and a trailer to transport them to competitions.
After a competition amongst members, the boats were named Cadence and Kenhte.
Quinte Paddling Club President Jeff Durish.
MPP Allsopp congratulated the club for its work in bringing people together to enjoy the Bay of Quinte, all the while promoting fun and fitness.
And president of the Quinte Paddling Club Jeff Durish offered thanks to the Trillium Foundation for its ongoing support noting that years ago the foundation provided money to help build the club’s clubhouse, shared with the Quinte Rowing Club, along Keegan Parkway near the Herchimer Avenue boat launch in Belleville.
“Without the foundation’s help we couldn’t help so many people get out and connect with the Bay of Quinte while promoting a healthy lifestyle.”
The Quinte Paddling Club welcomes new members. Information about the club can be found here.
Two new dragon boats and their trailer puchased with the latest grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation.
Quinte Paddling Club is a Belleville based multidisciplinary community of paddling enthusiasts who share a passion for water based sports. We offer programs in dragon boating, outrigger canoeing and solo water craft including kayaking and stand uppaddle boarding. We create opportunities for members to engage in physical activity and remain connected to each other and their community year round.(e.g. mission statement, services, history, upcoming events etc.)
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.
