2026/2027 RTO 9 Partnership Fund Recipients

RTO 9, the Regional Tourism Organization for South Eastern Ontario, is pleased to announce the successful recipients of the 2026/2027 Partnership Fund Program. Through this year’s intake, funding has been awarded to 28 projects that will support tourism growth and enhance visitor experiences throughout the region.

The selected initiatives represent a diverse range of investments that will strengthen tourism offerings, improve destination appeal, and contribute to the economic vitality of communities across South Eastern Ontario.

The Partnership Fund Program reflects RTO 9’s ongoing commitment to fostering innovation, capacity building, and strategic partnerships within the tourism sector. By investing in projects that support destination development and visitor engagement, RTO 9 continues to help position South Eastern Ontario as a vibrant and competitive tourism destination.

We congratulate all funding recipients and thank them for their dedication to strengthening the region’s tourism industry. We look forward to seeing the positive impact these projects will have on our communities, businesses, and visitors in the years ahead.

PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY

Prince Edward County

1. Gold & Fife
2. Slake Brewing
3. The Landmark Venue

Lennox & Addington

1. Future Farms Experiences
2. Napanee River Tours

Bay of Quinte

1. Mabuhay Canada
2. Black Bear Ridge Golf Course & Resort
3. Terre MX Entertainment
4. H2O Getaways
5. Fawn Over Market

Kingston

1. The Juniper Cafe

Brockville

1. 1000 Islands & Seaway Cruises

Prescott & Russell

1. Garden Path Homemade Soap

DIGITAL CAPACITY BUILDING

1000 Islands Rideau Canal Waterways

1. Salamanders of Kemptville
2. Rockport Boat Line
3. The Green Gecko

Prince Edward County

1. Chetwyn Farms
2. Rosehall Run Vineyards

MARQUEE & WAYFINDING SIGNAGE

Prince Edward County

1. Rebel Taco / The Mustang Drive-In
2. The Eddie Hotel & Farm
3. Base31 Partners Inc.
4. Green Gables Bloomfield

1000 Islands Rideau Canal Waterways

1. Hall's Orchards Ltd.
2. Stone Manor Studios
3. Thee Farm Inc.
4. Little Foot Alpacas

Kingston

1. NOSH

Prescott & Russell

1. Bourget Train Station

Learn more about our Partnership Funding Program here.

If you have further questions, you are encouraged to contact Meg Dabros, Operations Manager mdabros@region9tourism.ca