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Burgessville Grain and Feed

Burgessville Grain and Feed is a family owned and operated feed mill business located in the heart of Oxford County’s abundant agricultural sector. The facility has been operating since 1982 and President Bart Veldhuizen is no stranger to the business of farming. “Our family has pretty deep agricultural roots. I grew up on a farm […]

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Governments Investing $7 Million to Improve Meat Processing Capacity in Ontario

New Funding Will Improve Food Production and Safety in Ontario November 12, 2021 Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs   BLYTH — The governments of Canada and Ontario are committing up to $7 million to rapidly increase processing capacity in meat processing plants across the province. This initiative builds on the $7.2 million invested last

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New Funding Program for Industrial Land Owners

The Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade launched a NEW funding program to support industrial land owners to complete site preparatory work, making those sites more attractive for investors. Application Deadline: March 1, 2022. The province is hosting webinars on November 12th, 19th, 24th and 26th on the upcoming changes to excess soil regulations. Click on the dates to register, or email mecp.landpolicy@ontario.ca. https://www.ontario.ca/page/site-readiness-program-your-industrial-property  

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Skip the lines and discover the magic of local gift giving in Oxford County

5 ways to discover the best gifts and make the most of your holiday experiences this year. Gabrielle Mueller,  Tourism Oxford   Picture yourself in front of two doors. When you open the first, you find the traditional holiday shopping experience: long lines, crowded stores and the same Christmas songs on loop as you walk

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Soulful Spoon

Soup is a comfort food for many people, especially come the cold weather and winds of the fall. The Soulful Spoon is a husband-and-wife team made up of Chef Adam Cude and his wife Emily and the pair is set to expand into a new location soon. Every chef has a story and has likely

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Ontario Releases Plan to Safely Reopen Ontario and Manage COVID-19 for the Long-Term

Gradual, cautious approach to manage COVID-19 now and moving forward October 22, 2021 Premier’s Office TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, has released A Plan to Safely Reopen Ontario and Manage COVID-19 for the Long-Term, which outlines the province’s gradual approach to lifting remaining public health and

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Governments Advancing Career Choice in Ontario’s Agri-food Sector

New Funding to Address Labour Challenges in the Sector October 21, 2021 Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs MISSISSAUGA – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $1.5 million through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership to address agri-food labour challenges and build a strong and resilient labour force to keep grocery store

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How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected your life?

The University of Guelph is working with Oxford County and more than 20 local partners to study how the pandemic has changed life for residents, including their health, well-being, social life, finances, and day-to-day living. Please complete the following survey to participate. https://speakup.oxfordcounty.ca/covid-19-survey

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