North Grenville, ON – The Municipality of North Grenville’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee (EDIAC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Fund.

At its meeting on June 24, 2026, North Grenville Council approved the Committee’s recommendation to support three community initiatives that advance equity, diversity and inclusion across the municipality.

“These projects are a wonderful example of what happens when people come together to build a stronger, more welcoming community," said Mayor Nancy Peckford. "Council is proud to support initiatives that leverage in-kind resources, grassroots enthusiasm and volunteer contributions. Celebrating our diversity and creating opportunities for connection helps to ensure everyone in North Grenville feels like they belong. Congratulations to this year's recipients for turning great ideas into meaningful action.”

Each project has been awarded up to $3,000 to help foster inclusion, amplify diverse voices, and create welcoming opportunities for underrepresented groups:

• Rainbow Curling Nights: Creating a safe and welcoming space for members of North Grenville’s 2SLGBTQI+ community of all ages to explore the sport of curling and build social connections.
• Empowering Latin American Women in Kemptville Workshops: Supporting immigrant and racialized women through culturally responsive wellness and empowerment sessions focused on mental well-being, identity, and community connection.
• Interactive Learning Tools Development: Creating a board game and educational videos focused on inclusion, lived experience, and understanding privilege to support local equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility training initiatives.

These projects reflect EDIAC’s ongoing commitment to fostering a community where all residents, regardless of identity, ability, or background, feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

The Municipality extends its congratulations to this year’s recipients and thanks all applicants for their contributions toward building a more inclusive North Grenville.

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