Timmins City Council has approved a $500,000 contribution from the City’s portion of the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) to support the construction of a new Multi-Sport Dome at Northern College’s Timmins Campus.
The funding will be provided to Northern College upon completion of the facility, helping to support the purchase of new sports and fitness equipment for the community-focused recreational space.
The Multi-Sport Dome is designed to provide year-round access to indoor recreation opportunities, and aligns with the City’s ongoing commitment to enhancing local recreational infrastructure.
The Municipal Accommodation Tax is collected from overnight stays at local accommodations, with a portion allocated to projects and initiatives that directly benefit residents.
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“This project is an example of how strong community partnerships can improve quality of life in Timmins. By working together with Northern College, we’re creating more opportunities for residents to stay active and connect in a modern and inclusive space." ~ Mayor Michelle Boileau
“Northern College is renewing its focus on its fundamental role as a community college and providing community spaces and support is central to that role. We play a central role in developing and maintaining talent pipelines with community, industry and business partners, and with the support from the City of Timmins through the MAT Tax funding the addition of this multi-function space supports our vision, and that of the broader community and region in efforts to attract newcomers to northeastern Ontario.” ~ Mitch Dumas, President and CEO of Northern College.
Amanda Dyer