November 28, 2011

Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation, Harrowsmith

Pat and Dave Storms had a vision of transforming the rustic Twin Pines Resort on Mississagagon Lake into Eastern Ontario’s first year-round fractional ownership cottage resort.  They approached the Frontenac CFDC to help them with their business start-up.

“They helped us kick-start our business and allowed us to grow, when no one would lend us that pivotal loan to get us started,” says Pat.

After extensive research, Pat and Dave opened Frontenac Shores, where vacationers can enjoy the benefits of a lakeshore retreat at a fraction of the cost of owning a conventional cottage.  Frontenac Shores is now 90% sold out on their Phase One cottages and have started construction on Phase Two.

“The Frontenac CFDC’s investment in Frontenac Shores is an investment in our local economy,” says Liz Crothers, Frontenac CFDC Chair.  “By supporting the Storms in their dream, we are also assisting other local businesses that will benefit from the increase of four-season cottagers.”

Photo:  Pat & Dave Storms in their cottage