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Ontario Reducing Red Tape to Improve Competitiveness and Strengthen Supply Chains

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Less Red Tape, Stronger Ontario Act making life easier for people and businesses TORONTO — Today, the Ontario government introduced the Less Red Tape, Stronger Ontario Act which, if passed, would implement measures to increase Ontario’s competitiveness, strengthen provincial supply chains, and make government services easier to access and interact with. “Our government is focused on making […]

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Ontario Helping More Young People Train for In-Demand Careers in Construction

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New investments prioritizing skilled trades training for students, including underrepresented groups TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing $3.5 million in province-wide training initiatives to help more students launch rewarding careers in the skilled trades. These projects, led by the Provincial Building and Construction Trades Council of Ontario (PBCTCO), will prepare nearly 2,000 young people for

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Slow down for the season: small town shopping and experiences in Oxford County

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 The sprawling, wide-open spaces and charming small towns of rural Oxford County are beautiful any time of year — but especially now, in late autumn and early winter. As candy-red maple leaves light up the countryside and unique retail shops prepare for the first dusting of snow, they’re also ready to offer the ideal holiday shopping experience.

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Ontario Launches Skilled Trades Career Fairs for Students

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Province unveils new initiatives to tackle labour shortages and modernize skilled trades. TORONTO — The Ontario government is working for workers by launching career fairs this fall to prepare the next generation of young people for rewarding and well-paying jobs in the skilled trades. These fairs address labour shortages in high-demand sectors and help deliver the

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Oxford County Women Open Mental Health and Family Support Centre

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Thamesford, ON – Sisters Erica Haas and Lindsay Vandenbussche grew up in Innerkip and are well aware of the importance and need for mental health support in rural communities. As a result, the pair have gone into business with each other, opening CommYOUnity Counselling and Family Support in the town of Thamesford. CommYOUnity Counselling and

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Licensed child care providers can opt-in to Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care program

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On March 28, the provincial and federal governments announced plans to implement the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) funding program to make child care more affordable for families and increase compensation for eligible child care staff. Licensed child care providers who want to enroll in the CWELCC program must notify Oxford County of

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A Passion for Repairing Vehicles, Powersports & Small Engines Leads Young Drumbo Man to Open Webb Motors

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There are numerous interesting and young entrepreneurs in Oxford County, but not many can say they have opened their own garage at the age of 28. Derek Webb has been working on engines since he was just 14 years old and has turned that passion into Webb Motors, a powersports, automotive, and small engine repair

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Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show returns with in-person experience in 2022

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Woodstock, Ont., March 22, 2022 – Discovery Farm Woodstock is pleased to announce the in-person return of its flagship event, Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show on Sept 13, 14 and 15, 2022. “We’re delighted to be back in person with a large show where farmers can connect with others, see new technology, get their hands on new

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From Truck Driver to Restaurant Owner – Jordan Jepma’s Restaurant Ride

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The road to opening Jordan’s Divine Dish Restaurant and Catering in Norwich was a long one for the owner who travelled thousand of kilometers to finally arrive at his destination. Jordan Jepma opened the restaurant in June of this year and in doing so realized a goal he has had for years. “It has always

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