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Goderich Sun
VOLUME 4 • ISSUE 22
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JULY 9, 2026
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Huron County Council recently approved the Huron County Economic Development Strategic Plan 2026-2030. This establishes a five-year framework for the region’s economic development work and a 10-year vision for growth, investment, and business support. Priorities are built on the department’s core service areas including investment and industry development, tourism and local food, and the Local Immigration Partnership. According to the Huron Chamber of Commerce, the plan provides important context for ongoing work with members and municipalities. “Our work is naturally connected to the County’s work in many areas, especially where business conditions, workforce needs, investment and community development overlap,” said Colin Carmichael, Executive Director of the Huron Chamber of Commerce. “A clear County plan helps partners understand where those points of connection exist and where collaboration can be most useful.” Huron County Council also discusses the importance of the Port of Goderich. The plan identifies logistics capacity as one of Huron County’s strengths, including the Port of Goderich, rail access, road connections and proximity to larger urban markets. Carmichael says the Chamber will review the plan with attention to areas most relevant to members.
Niki Machan, Doug Cruickshank, and George and Margaret Gould’s grandchildren.
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Goderich Track restoration project given green light for resurfacing
KATHLEEN SMITH Editor
In dire need of resurfacing, the Goderich track will be restored and enhanced following a successful fundraising initiative by the Goderich Track Rebuild Committee over the past few years. According to the committee, this project will not only improve safety, but also accessibility, and will include the installation of a more durable polyurethane surface and the creation of a high jump area. Based on the recent tender closing, the total estimated cost of the project is over $800,000.
“Our fundraising committee is so excited to see this project finally starting to come to life,” stated Corey Boyle, member of the fundraising committee. “We are so grateful to all who have supported us so far. There are many large fundraising initiatives ongoing in the Goderich community, so we don’t take lightly the generosity of those who have donated to us over the past few years.” According to Avon Maitland District Secondary Board (AMDSB) the project will begin in the coming weeks, thanks in large part to the fundraising efforts of the school community, fundraising committee, and the board’s contribution of capital funds. CONTINUED TO PAGE 2