Close to 40,000 people attended the recent Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show and many of them stopped by the first-ever Discover Rural Oxford Exhibit. The display was the brainchild of the Rural Oxford EDC and Ronda Stewart, the group’s Economic Development Director, said it was a true collaborative effort. “From idea stage to program design to […]
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The crisp Autumn air is upon us, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t still crave the smoky scent of the grill, and who better to supply the delicious meats to go upon that grill, but The Block Butcher Shop. The Block Butcher Shop, in Norwich, opened on September 10th, 2024 to rave reviews. Mitchell
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Sustainability is an issue that weighs on many minds these days, and Jeremy and Sarah Van Maar are no different. No strangers to the farming lifestyle, as both their families are farming families, they’ve found a way to carry on the tradition in a new and sustainable way, using CEA-Controlled Environment Agriculture to create a
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Twenty organizations expand experiences to attract more visitors with Government of Canada support August 21, 2024 – Bright, Ontario Southwestern Ontario attracts thousands of visitors with its scenic landscapes, rich heritage, dynamic arts scene and quaint towns. Nestled between Lake Erie to the south and Lake Huron to the north,
June 24, 2024 – Rural Oxford Economic Development Corporation has joined Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show (COFS) to create a Discover Rural Oxford exhibit. “The exhibit will bring local fare to an international stage,” said Rural Oxford EDC Economic Development Officer Crystal van Roekel. Discover Rural Oxford is an exciting initiative set to debut at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, the
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TORONTO – The Ontario government is opening nominations for the 2024 Excellence in Agriculture Awards, which recognize the outstanding efforts driving the agriculture and food industry forward. These awards celebrate farmers, processors, industry organizations, people and businesses who demonstrate excellence in their field and are paving the way towards a more sustainable and profitable industry. “The Excellence
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Several outstanding Oxford County businesses were honoured on May 23 as the Rural Oxford Economic Development Corporation held its 10th anniversary award event at the Otter Creek Golf Club. About 140 of Oxford County’s top business owners and supporters turned out for the presentation of 11 awards. Rural Oxford EDC Board Chair Nancy Demarest said
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Craft beer is all about a melding of traditional style with distinct flavours. This melding often results in flavourful brews that one may purchase for home, or sip at a local craft brewery, like Madmash Brewery and Restaurant, downtown at Five Corners in Tavistock. Starting off as a chance friendship between Jon Ross and Chad
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The month of May isn’t only the arrival of spring, the planting season for farmers, and blooming flowers. It also means the return of Big Cheese Days. The event runs every Saturday in May along the Oxford County Cheese Trail bringing special offers, exclusive tastes, cheese factory tours, hands-on experiences, and extra cheesy menus. The
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He hasn’t even reached the age of 20 years old yet, but Norwich Township resident Ethan Cornish has quite a track record of entrepreneurship. In 2017 at 13, he created Acorn Sound and DJ. He took that business and incorporated it into Cornish Entertainment Ltd. “The name didn’t limit me to what we were able
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Located in Norwich, Oxford Granite & Quartz is a custom fabrication shop in the natural stone industry open to consumers, contractors, and builders alike. This budding business opened in November, 2023 and is definitely leaving an impression with its customers! With almost 20 years in the business, Master Craftsman Amil Benyamin started Oxford Granite &
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I’d like to take a moment to thank our five rural municipalities and board members for contributing to Rural Oxford Economic Development‘s overall success. The economic and political landscape has been dynamic to say the least. Our team worked hard to support businesses and developers and we couldn’t have helped or made as many thoughtful connections as
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