Centre Wellington Economic Development and Tourism Municipal Services Corporation

The Centre Wellington Economic Development and Tourism Municipal Services Corporation (EDTMSC) is a non-profit corporation that is 100% owned by the Township of Centre Wellington. It was created by Township Council to deliver economic development and tourism services on behalf of the Township through a dedicated and accountable organization.

The EDTMSC is a separate legal entity, however the Township remains the sole owner.  The Board of Directors of the EDTMSC is accountable to Township Council. This structure allows services to be delivered in a focused and business-oriented way while ensuring strong public oversight and alignment with Council’s strategic priorities.

The EDTMSC was established to:

• Bring economic development and tourism services together under one organization
• Increase capacity and focus on job creation, business growth, and tourism management
• Implement the Council approved Economic Development and Tourism Strategy
• Meet provincial requirements related to the implementation of a Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT)
• Provide a flexible, efficient delivery model while maintaining municipal accountability.  

Economic Development

The EDTMSC supports the local economy by:

• Supporting business attraction, retention, and expansion
• Encouraging new investment and job creation
• Supporting downtowns and other key economic areas
• Building partnerships that strenthen the local economy
• Implementing Council-approved economic development strategies and initiatives 

Tourism

The EDTMSC is responsible for tourism management and development, including:

• Acting as the Township's Eligible Tourism Entity
• Managing Centre Wellington as a tourism destination with a focus on regenerative tourism
• Developing and delivering tourism strategies and programs
• Working with regional and provincial partners to grow tourism

The EDTMSC is governed by a skills-based Board of Directors appointed by Township Council. The Board includes:

• The Mayor and one Councillor as voting members
• Five community members appointed as voting members based on skills and experience
• The Township CAO and Treasurer as non-voting members

The Board of Directors provides strategic direction and oversight, while day-to-day operations are managed by the EDTMSC staff (i.e. Executive Director).

A Sole Member’s Declaration approved by Council sets out the Township’s ownership, authority, financial controls, reporting requirements, and decision-making limits to ensure transparency and accountability.

Although the EDTMSC is a separate corporation:

• Staff remain Township employees, ensuring an effective and efficient operation
• The Township provides administrative, financial, human resources, IT, communications and other support
• Services are delivered through a formal Administrative Services Agreement
• The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and has an administrative and operating reporting relationship to the Township CAO.

This shared-services model ensures efficiency, consistency, and strong public accountability.

The EDTMSC is funded through Council-approved sources.  While still in development and subject to Council approval, funding sources could include:

• A minimum 50% share of Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) revenues
• Potential allocations from Township parking revenue and Ontario Lottery and Gaming (OLG) funds
• Property tax funding as required
• Sponsorship and donation revenue
• Other funding approved by Council

All MAT funding directed to the EDTMSC is governed by a MAT Financial Accountability Agreement and must be used exclusively for eligible tourism purposes. Township Council will approve the EDTMSC budget annually.

The EDTMSC is required to:

• Prepare a Township Council approved four-year Strategic Plan
• Submit annual business plans and budgets for Township Council approval
• Provide regular reports to Council
• Produce audited financial statements using the Township's auditor
• Operate transparently and in compliance with provincial legislation

Economic Development and Tourism Municipal Service Corporation Update - March 23, 2026

Municipal Accommodation Tax Implementation Update - September, 2025

Municipal Accommodation Tax Implementation Plan - April, 2025