EXCITING OPPORTUNITY: Apply Now to be an Exhibitor at Discover Rural Oxford.
EXCITING OPPORTUNITY: Apply Now to be an Exhibitor at Discover Rural Oxford.
Ontario’s 2025 Fall Economic Statement delivering on the province’s plan to build a more competitive, resilient and self-reliant economy. TORONTO — Today, Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy released the 2025 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review: A Plan to Protect Ontario, which supports the government’s plan to protect Ontario by building a more competitive, resilient and self-reliant […]
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The WOWC Funders Forum in Oxford County will be at the Tillsonburg Soccer Club on Thursday, November 27th from 2pm – 4pm. We hope that you will join us and share this opportunity with your business network.——————————————————————————————————————————————— The Western Ontario Fall Funders Forum Series is an in-person opportunity to meet representatives from various provincial ministries,
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Investment will help farmers innovate and stay competitive in the face of U.S. tariffs. ELORA — The Ontario government is investing over $41 million over the next four years to build and revitalize Agricultural Research and Innovation Ontario (ARIO) infrastructure. As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario, this investment boosts Ontario-led innovation to give farmers access
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Rural Oxford Economic Development Corporation (Rural Oxford EDC) is a local non-profit organization that focuses on the diverse economic development and investment attraction needs of Oxford County’s rural municipalities. Oxford County is a regional municipality in Southwestern Ontario and is amongst the most prosperous rural communities in Ontario with its rich agricultural heritage and extensive
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Now accepting applications for Regional Tariff Response Initiative in southern Ontario The Government of Canada is helping Canadian businesses respond to global trade pressures. The Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI), delivered by Canada’s regional development agencies (RDAs), is part of the broader Government of Canada tariff response plan that includes $6.5 billion in new measures
Important Tariff Update that affects all businesses shipping products to the U.S. What changed: Note: Even with CUSMA, carriers may charge a processing fee. Example: A Canadian-made cardigan worth $57 will face a $19.95 duty under the new rules. What This Means for Your Business: What You Can Do Now: To support small businesses, several
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Federal and provincial investment will protect Ontario’s farmers in the face of U.S. tariffs and policies TORONTO – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $14.6 million through the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) to help farmers make improvements to their farmland. As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario, this
Province celebrating Labour Day and breaking down interprovincial barriers for workers. TORONTO – This Labour Day, the Ontario government is supporting Ontario and Canadian workers by breaking down interprovincial barriers for in-demand professions such as architects, engineers, geoscientists, land surveyors, electricians and more. This historic change is part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario and
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Established in 1916, Moores Seeds has seen a few changes in ownership, but has never wavered in their commitment to quality and community. Ralph Moore & Sons was established in 1916 as a family farm in Norwich. In the early years, dairy and vegetable farming were the main focus. However, in 1939 the opportunity to
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Investment will support 320 young entrepreneurs. WINDSOR — The Ontario government is investing an additional $2 million in Futurpreneur Canada to help more young people develop and launch businesses and strengthen Ontario’s economy in the face of U.S. tariffs and economic uncertainty. The funding will support 320 young entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 to
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Malcolm Excavating in Burgessville has had a storied history. Andrew Malcolm’s father, George W. Malcolm, originally started the company over 80 years ago. A part time gig, George began with one backhoe, which he used to put in field tile, do drainage work, and put septic beds in for his customers. He did this for
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Discover Rural Oxford returns for its second year at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, bringing together an inspiring collection of local businesses that highlight the rich entrepreneurial spirit of our rural communities. This unique exhibit connects visitors with market-style vendors offering products and experiences you can’t always find at the farm show—encouraging people to shop local