Perth mayor says Algonquin campus closure will impact region’s economy

Perth Mayor Judy Brown has spoken out about the potential closure of Algonquin College’s Perth campus. Speaking to CTV News Brown asserted that the closure would have negative implications for the region’s economy through the loss of revenue and jobs. This in turn is expected to limit the community’s ability to fund infrastructure projects, such as renovations to its local arena and pool. Brown also noted that the closure will impact community members who can only pursue higher education through the convenience of this local training site.