Online via Zoom
Event Information
RTO4 is excited to launch Funding Futures — a free, five-part lunchtime webinar series that explores key funding programs available to entrepreneurs, attractions, festivals, and cultural organizations. Each session highlights one or two grants, offering clear explanations of eligibility, application strategies, and how these programs can support growth and creativity in your work and community.
Session 4: November 18, 2026 – Experience Ontario
Speaker: Sweety Bharij, Regional Development Advisor, Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Gaming
Join Sweety for an in-depth look at eligibility criteria for the Experience Ontario grant and its key components, with a focus on data collection and marketing.
About the speaker:
Sweety Bharij is the Regional Development Advisor for RTO4, covering London, St. Thomas, Stratford, and the counties of Elgin, Huron, Middlesex, Oxford, Perth, Dufferin, and Wellington, as well as the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. With 15 years in the Ontario Public Service, Sweety brings deep expertise and a commitment to ensuring Ontario’s regions are not only thriving economically but also vibrant, inclusive, and adaptable to change.