Tickets NOW on Sale!
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SAVE THE DATE!
TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE With the dawn of 2017, the Rural Oxford EDC has a goal of bringing business together in our inaugural Business Forum. Scheduled for the evening of Wednesday, April 12, 2017, we have reserved Reeves Hall at Cowan Park on the north edge of Woodstock as a venue to host 300+
Meet your WINNERS!
Did YOU #BuyCloseBy in Rural Oxford? These people did, and they’re being rewarded for their loyal shopping! Congratulations to these 5 winners who have each won $200 in vouchers that can only be spent in Rural Oxford. Susie K. from Tillsonburg who turned in her completed card in South-West Oxford Christina S. from Embro who
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It’s Time to Buy Close By
The Buy Close By program is back for 2016. Until December 31st, you can support Rural Oxford businesses when you #BuyCloseBy. Pick up a punch card at any of the participating businesses that are listed below, and be sure to show your card every time you make a purchase in Rural Oxford. When your
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Regional RideShare is here
DID YOU KNOW? The average annual driving costs for a Chevrolet Equinox are over $11,500 or $0.66 a kilometre. ~SOURCE: CAA, 2013 What is a Regional RideShare? Regional Rideshare is a FREE website that matches potential carpoolers in Southwestern Ontario. Simply sign up and enter your driving preferences. The system will match you with other
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ROEDC is Hiring!
WE’RE HIRING! The ROEDC is seeking a full-time summer student to fill the position of Land & Building Database Administrator. To apply for this position, send resume and cover letter to Bernia Wheaton at bernia@ruraloxford.ca JOB DESCRIPTION Land & Building Database Administrator PURPOSE: The Land & Building Database Administrator provides support to the Economic Development
Train4More in Rural Oxford
Train4More in Rural Oxford March 2, 2016 — In 2016, you can Train4More with the assistance of the Rural Oxford Economic Development Corporation. Train4More is a program designed by the ROEDC to address the widely reported gap in local access to skilled training. According to Bernia Wheaton, the economic development specialist for this area, “by
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Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
Where Farmers Meet September, 16, 17, and 18th, the fields will come alive at Canada’s Outdoor Park in Woodstock. Stop by and see us. On Tuesday, you can find us in the Salford Farm Machinery booth On Wednesday, we’ll be show how proud we are to have Sevita International as a part of our business community. On
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You’re Social…Now What?
Oxford Business Builder Program Professional development for our rural Oxford workforce The ROEDC is planning a series of programs are for individuals who are looking to broaden their perspectives, acquire new professional skills, refresh their knowledge, exceed their goals or gain competitive advantage. The Business Builder program offers a wide variety of learning programs and formats
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Verspeeten Cartage Buys Moe’s
January 24, 2014 INGERSOLL, Ont. — Verspeeten Cartage has purchased Moe’s Transport. Scott Verspeeten, general manager of Verspeeten Cartage confirmed the deal this afternoon. Even before the deal, Verspeeten ranked as one of Canada’s biggest automotive specialists. According to the Top Tier report published by Motortruck Fleet Executive, Verspeeten ran 280 tractors and 518 trailers. Moe’s
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The Rural Oxford Economic Development Corporation (ROEDC) Announces New Economic Development Officer
Ingersoll, ON — September 25, 2014 — The newly formed economic development corporation to serve rural Oxford, today announced the appointment of Bernia Wheaton as their Economic Development Officer, effective September 3, 2014. Ms. Wheaton brings more than 16 years of relevant industry experience to her new role. “We welcome Bernia’s experience and leadership to
Oxford County employment site refreshed for efficiency and effectiveness
Oxford County’s most popular employment website, WorkinOxford.ca, has been expanded and improved so users can more easily post jobs, find work and volunteer opportunities, and access entrepreneurial support.
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