Selwyn Township receives funding to replace aging information kiosks
The visitor information kiosk in Lakefield’s Cenotaph Park is getting a facelift.
Selwyn Township has received funding to revitalize visitor kiosks across the municipality, including the one in Lakefield, as well as kiosks in Bridgenorth and Ennismore.
The funding comes from Regional Tourism Organization 8’s (RTO8) Partnership Funding Program.
Installed in 2002, these kiosks served as vital hubs for both visitors and residents, providing maps of the Township and surrounding region, listings of local businesses and services, and community bulletin boards.
Over the past two decades, wear and tear and outdated branding have diminished their functionality and visual appeal, with two of the signs removed altogether.
Selwyn Township is receiving funding to replace aging visitor information kiosks throughout the municipality, including this one in Cenotaph Park in Lakefield. (Photo: Selwyn Township)
This new project, in partnership with Peterborough County Economic Development & Tourism, will see the revitalization of these kiosks this summer.
The new structures will align with the Township’s current branding and will include:
Updated Township and regional maps
Enhanced designs with improved accessibility
Modern, weather-resistant materials for long-term durability
Visually engaging layouts showcasing local points of interest, services, and annual events
“The revitalization of these kiosks is a strategic investment in Selwyn’s tourism infrastructure,” said Sherry Senis, Mayor of Selwyn Township. “This project not only supports way-finding and local exploration for our visitors but also strengthens community pride and promotes local businesses.”
“This project not only supports way-finding and local exploration for our visitors but also strengthens community pride and promotes local businesses.”
“We are pleased to partner on this project,” said Brenda Wood, Executive Director of RTO8 / Kawarthas Northumberland. “The replacement of these visitor information kiosks will assist in helping visitors navigate the region and encourage them to explore farther, stay longer and spend more of their dollars in our communities.”
By replacing aged infrastructure and ensuring up-to-date and accessible information, the Township aims to enrich the overall visitor experience and further Selwyn's appeal as a destination in the Kawarthas.