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Ontario Moving to Next Phase of Reopening on February 17

Improvements in key indicators allowing province to safely ease public health measures sooner February 14, 2022 Office of the Premier TORONTO — With key public health and health system indicators continuing to improve, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, is cautiously and gradually easing public health measures sooner, with […]

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Oxford County Tourism Innovation Grant

Applications now open. Community Futures Oxford has teamed up with Tourism Oxford to award two grants of $3,000 to local businesses that will develop or expand tourism experiences in Oxford County. With growing interest in domestic travel destinations, it is important to offer exciting and innovative visitor experiences to motivate longer stays and increase year-round

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Ontario Launches Program to Support Advanced Manufacturers Across Province

$40-million investment will support innovation and growth and secure high-skill, well-paid jobs for the people of Ontario January 17, 2022 Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade   TORONTO — Today, the Ontario government launched the Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Competitiveness (AMIC) program to help companies get the tools, technology and talent they need to grow,

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Ontario Announces New COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grant for Businesses Required to Close Due to Omicron

The Ontario government announced a new Ontario COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grant for small businesses that have been subject to closure under the modified Step Two of the Roadmap to Reopen. The program will provide a $10,000 grant to eligible businesses. Eligible small businesses include: Restaurants and bars; Facilities for indoor sports and recreational fitness activities (including

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W-S Feed and Supplies Investing in Substantial Upgrade to Tavistock Facility

The feed mill located in the heart of Tavistock will have a fresh look once a major facelift is completed next year. W-S Feed and Supplies has announced a major renovation that will see the facility modernized and expanded. Wendell Schumm left an 11-year stint at Wallenstein Feed and Supply a year ago to become

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Oxford Evolved – For the Love of Local

There is no shortage of programs encouraging Oxford County residents to shop locally, but a recent initiative is allowing customers to take the lead in promoting small businesses. Oxford Evolved is a program championed by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and launched in Oxford County by the Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce with the support of other

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Province Making It Easier to Buy Made-in-Ontario Food

Helping Producers Promote Local Foods to Drive Consumer Demand December 14, 2021 Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs   KINGSVILLE – The Ontario government is investing $1 million annually to promote locally grown food and support the economic growth and success of the province’s agri-food sector. Up to $100,000 is available for marketing projects

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Ontario Releases Report to Lead the Future of Work

Province acting on key recommendations to create a better future for workers and their families December 09, 2021 Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development   TORONTO — The Ontario government is releasing 21 recommendations from the Ontario Workforce Recovery Advisory Committee (OWRAC) on making the province the best place to live, work and raise a family. The

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Ontario Bringing High-Speed Internet Access to Oxford County

Funding will help more than 480 homes, farms and businesses gain access to broadband December 09, 2021 Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs TORONTO – As part of the Ontario government’s plan to build Ontario and its commitment to connect every community to high speed internet by the end of 2025, construction is underway on

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D&D Homestyle Café Approaches 7 Years in their Local, Fresh, Family Business

The Sparling family have lived in Tavistock for over 20 years and been a fixture in the business community for nearly seven years with D&D Homestyle Cuisine & Café.  Doug Sparling is a Red Seal Chef and only entertained the idea of being self-employed after a long stint at his previous employer came to an

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New Public Health Restrictions Announced in SWPH Region

Effective December 2, 2021 at 12:01 am Today, Southwestern Public Health announced that it has issued a Letter of Instruction requiring the reinstatement of capacity limits to promote physical distancing in certain indoor settings. These restrictions are directed specifically at municipalities with a weekly incidence rate of 80 cases per 100,000 people or greater and/or

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Ontario Helping More People Train for New Careers and Opportunities

Government working for workers by providing funding to help them learn new skills November 22, 2021 Premier’s Office   ORILLIA — The Ontario government is providing financial support to workers by expanding the Second Career Program and proposing to extend the Ontario Jobs Training Tax Credit. The training program would be expanded to serve more people

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