MPP Lecce Supports Fuerza Latina’s Vaughan Latin Festival
VAUGHAN – Today, Stephen Lecce, MPP for King—Vaughan, announced that the Ontario Government is investing $20,000 through the 2026 Experience Ontario program to support Fuerza Latina’s Vaughan Latin Festival. This is part of a more than $20 million government investment to help municipalities and event organizers deliver high-quality programming and experiences for people of all ages.
“I have been attending Fuerza Latina’s Vaughan Latin Festival for close to a decade—an inspiring and incredible community-wide event that Vaughan is so grateful to host,” said Stephen Lecce, MPP for King—Vaughan. “On behalf of Ontario's Government, I am proud to deliver funding to support the festival, the broader Latin community, and local economy.”
“From Ontario’s charming small towns to its dazzling urban centres, festivals and events bring people together, create lasting memories and showcase the best of our communities,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. “As we work to protect Ontario, these homegrown experiences play a vital role in celebrating our shared identity, bolstering main street businesses and ensuring our province remains a place people are inspired to explore — and proud to call home.”
In total, Experience Ontario 2026 is supporting nearly festivals and events of all sizes across the province, strengthening tourism and supporting local economies while celebrating the people, places and traditions that make Ontario unique.
"We are honoured to receive this support through the 2026 Experience Ontario Program. This investment helps us to continue showcasing the beauty, energy, and diversity of Latin culture,” said Gina Balseca, Founder and CEO, Fuerza Latina. “This year's celebration, welcomes an international artist, Damianes, bringing an international flair to the festival, creating a meaningful experience for our community and visitors from across the region at Vaughan's premier cultural event.”
Quick Facts
Since 2018, the Experience Ontario program (formerly known as Reconnect Ontario and Celebrate Ontario) has supported more than 2,700 Ontario festivals and events.
The government also supports festivals and events through the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund, which provides eligible organizations with funding for marketing and promotional costs.
Tourism plays a critical role in the Ontario economy: in 2024, visitors to Ontario spent $33 billion and supported more than 300,000 jobs.
MEDIA CONTACT
Stephen Lecce, MPP for King—Vaughan
Constituency Office
Tel.: 647-560-9700
Email: Stephen.Lecce@pc.ola.org
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