Art, Growth, and Opportunity: What’s New This October
- The Focal Point Group
- Oct 28
- 2 min read
As fall settles in, we’re reminded of how change can spark renewal—both in our spaces and in the opportunities we share with our business community. This month, we’re celebrating a powerful new art installation at 10 Mondamin, St. Thomas, that brings beauty and meaning to the heart of our building, and we’re highlighting an important funding opportunity through the Canada Summer Jobs program to help employers plan ahead for 2026.
Business Resource
Canada Summer Jobs Wage Subsidy
The annual Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program call for applications opens November 4, 2025, and closes December 11, 2025—now is the time to prepare your application! The program offers not-for-profit employers a wage subsidy of up to 100% of the current minimum wage, while public and private sector employers can receive up to 50%. CSJ is an incredible opportunity to provide quality work experiences for youth, help them build valuable skills, and support equitable access to the labour market—prepare your application now by visiting the Canada Summer Jobs website link provided below.
✨Tenant Spotlight✨
A new mural is bringing life and inspiration to 10 Mondamin Street in St. Thomas, Ontario. The art installation—created by international mural artist Alexander Bacon—features a porcelain-like woman’s face, symbolizing fragility, surrounded by flowers and a local bird representing growth, healing, and restoration. Bacon was inspired by the tenants in the building, many of whom are caregiving professionals, including the Canadian Mental Health Association, our largest tenant. The mural is a meaningful gift from the City of St. Thomas, beautifully capturing the spirit of compassion and renewal that defines this community. @vizsla_bacon
Are you a tenant with something exciting or newsworthy to share?
Send the details to us at info@thefocalpointgroup.com, and we'll do our best to feature it in an upcoming Tenant Spotlight!
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