The Municipality is thrilled to announce we have received an Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA) grant from Sport Nova Scotia in the amount of $45,548.79.

This funding is designed to help strengthen, sustain, grow, or improve unique community sport programs across Nova Scotia, especially traditionally underrepresented communities. MODL will be using the funding to purchase six wheelchairs to use for parasport programming, such as wheelchair basketball, as well as an enclosed trailer to transport and store equipment.

“This equipment will help us create affordable opportunities for persons with disabilities to access programming, feel a sense of belonging, and develop their skills,” says Mayor Carolyn Bolivar-Getson. “This programming will allow us to create awareness of parasport opportunities, showcase athletes in our community, and build strong partnerships with our community.”

“This grant is a major stepping stone towards expanding Parasport offerings in the South Shore region,” says Sport Nova Scotia’s, Zachary Dickson. “After a series of successful Wheelchair Basketball events through our Parasport Equipment Loan Program, I am excited for more permanent and sustainable programming to continue in MODL. This initiative will complement the strong Parasport programs already existing in the area, and further enable inclusive and accessible sport opportunities locally!”

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