Schep’s Bakeries Finds Recipe for Success
More than $1.9-million to help Oxford County manufacturer expand, diversify to reach new markets and create 17 new jobs Established in 1984, Schep’s Bakeries Ltd.
March 4, 2020
Rural Oxford
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Attn: Oxford County Business Owners – Are you Hiring?
Is your business currently experiencing a workforce shortage? Are you planning an expansion and need more staff to meet increased demands for your product or
February 27, 2020
February 14, 2020
Business
Oxford County Delegates Attend ROMA Conference to Speak to Key Issues Affecting Rural Communities
This month Oxford County delegates attended the Rural Ontario Municipal Association’s annual conference at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. The main issues brought forward at
January 27, 2020
Community Futures Oxford to launch Thrive Oxford, a program to support female entrepreneurs starting and growing a sustainable business
With funding from the Libro Prosperity Fund, Community Futures Oxford will offer a 6-month program that provides training, mentorship and access to capital. Community Futures
December 11, 2019
Oxford County Library: Your Community Resource
The Oxford County Library (OCL) system is comprised of 14 branches across the County. They operate in rural communities and small towns like Ingersoll and
December 1, 2019
Management
Join us in welcoming Ronda Stewart to the Rural Oxford Economic Development Corporation
We are excited to introduce Ronda Stewart as the Economic Development Officer for the Rural Oxford Economic Development Corporation. Stewart is a certified Economic Developer
November 29, 2019
There is More to Mine in Rural Oxford than Gravel and Limestone
This past Oct 17, The Rural Oxford Economic Development Corporation and Oxford Country Library held a networking event at the Embro Town Hall. The event
November 22, 2019
Business
ROEDC Welcomes New Board of Directors
Rural Oxford Economic Development Board of Directors Back Row (L-R): Nancy Demarest, Don Edmiston, Dean Jancsar, Rob Parkhill, Jim Palmer, Keith Stevens Front Row (L-R):
June 4, 2019
ROEDC Programs News
Business is Booming
During 2018, the rural economic development team has been talking to local business about their unique needs and opportunities. The initiative, known as a business
November 27, 2018
Go Beyond Entrepreneurship
We’re excited to partner with Community Futures Oxford and the Woodstock & Area Small Business Centre to bring this exciting series to Oxford County. We
April 1, 2018
Business
The Future Oxford Legacy Fund
The Future Oxford Legacy Fund provides seed funding to entrepreneurs, businesses and partnerships to develop new and sustainable community and regional opportunities that align with the Future
March 8, 2018