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Batting cage improvements at Vaughan Grove Sports Park made possible by Saputo sponsorship

Practising your batting swing this season? Hit the cages in Vaughan! The City of Vaughan recently made improvements to the batting cages at Vaughan Grove Sports Park (7401 Martin Grove Rd.), thanks in large part to a $50,000 sponsorship by Saputo Inc.

On May 16, Mayor Steven Del Duca, Members of Council and City staff were joined by Saputo representatives to formally unveil the Saputo Batting Cages, which have been renovated to improve user experience and maximize operational efficiency. Renovations include new artificial turf surface upgrades, fencing improvements and batting cage signage.

In line with Saputo’s commitment to giving back to the communities that have helped it flourish, the Saputo Legacy Program was established – an initiative to invest in the quality of sports and health facilities. Local projects, like the renovations to the batting cages at Vaughan Grove Sports Park, enable Saputo to promote a healthier lifestyle for families and make a meaningful contribution where its employees live, work and play.

The sponsorship was co-ordinated by the City’s Economic Development team, which pursues innovative financial solutions to help support City programs, projects and services without relying on the City’s tax base. Alternative revenue generation supports the City in maintaining one of the lowest property tax rates in the Greater Toronto Area, solidifying Vaughan’s status as a city of choice with a high quality of life and enhanced resident services.

To learn more, visit vaughan.ca/AltRevenue.

QUOTE

“At the City of Vaughan, we are focused on building a city that is active, engaged and inclusive – a place where residents can thrive. We are grateful to Saputo for stepping up to the plate and supporting the renovation of the batting cages at Vaughan Grove Sports Park. Working together with local businesses to support our city is a win for all involved; you could almost say it’s a home run! On behalf of the City and Members of Council, I want to thank Saputo for continuing to support Vaughan.”

- Mayor Steven Del Duca

QUICK FACTS 

• On May 16, 2024, Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council officially unveiled the newly improved batting cages in Vaughan Grove Sports Park (7401 Martin Grove Rd.).

• Improvements to the batting cages were funded in large part by a $50,000 sponsorship by 
  Saputo Inc., a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada, and local employer in Vaughan.

• The sponsorship was co-ordinated by Vaughan’s Economic Development team, which pursues innovative financial solutions to help support City programs, projects and services without relying on the City’s tax base.

LEARN MORE

• Saputo Legacy Program webpage
• Economic Development’s webpage
• Economic Development department’s eNewsletter
• Economic Development LinkedIn