The government says the money is being provided on a one\u002Dtime basis for municipalities that asked for help
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Natural Resources and Forestry Minister Graydon Smith announced Monday that the funding will help 22 small municipalities with clearing downed trees and other debris as well as forest regeneration.From our newsroom to your inbox at noon, the latest headlines, stories, opinion and photos from the Toronto Sun.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.
The government says the money is being provided on a one-time basis for municipalities that asked for help with clean up and forest regeneration efforts. The July tornado touched down in eastern Ontario, tearing roofs from houses, downing trees onto major roadways and toppling hydro lines serving tens of thousands of customers.
In May, a derecho — a line of intense, fast-moving windstorms — swept through Ontario and Quebec, starting around Sarnia, damaging buildings and temporarily forcing many people from their homes.
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