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Rural Oxford Economic Development 2021 Year in Review

Rural Oxford Economic Development 2021 Year in Review

February 28, 2022

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It's Rib Fest day in Embro! 🥩

Head down to Miedema's Meat Market at 129 Huron St. today from 11 AM–3 PM for their Grand (Re)Opening Open House. Three generations of family commitment to this community — celebrated with a smoker full of ribs. Don't miss it.

Full story → https://ruraloxford.ca/miedema-meats-rib-fest-2026-a-shared-grand-re-opening-celebration-commitment-to-community/

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It's Rib Fest day in Embro! 🥩

Head down to Miedema's Meat Market at 129...

The name Amessna is made up of three daughters' names — Amanda, Jessica, and Fiona. The business behind it is built the same way: with family, community, and a long view in mind.

Kevin and Claudia Weeden's company has deep roots in Oxford County, from Hybrid Turkeys to a globally-sold poultry sprinkler system, to a 24,000-square-foot commercial and industrial property on Highway 59 in Hickson that's now ready for the next chapter.

"Our kids live in Oxford County. We want to bring more business to Oxford County and our family is ready to do that." — Kevin Weeden

Up to four tenants. Flexible unit configurations from 2,000 to 8,000 sq. ft. Room to build an additional 20,000 sq. ft. on site. It's the kind of opportunity that doesn't come up often in rural Ontario.

Full details → https://ruraloxford.ca/amessna-corps-24000-square-foot-facility-in-hickson-means-big-potential/

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The name Amessna is made up of three daughters' names — Amanda, Jessica, and Fiona....

Opportunity in Zorra!

A 7.38-acre agri-business zoned parcel of vacant land is available for sale at 434982 43rd Line in Beachville, located at the corner of 43rd Line and Dundas Street. The level greenfield site is zoned AB (Agri-Business), permitting a wide range of agri-business uses including outside storage. Stormwater management infrastructure is already constructed and in place.

The property is located minutes from two full Highway 401 interchanges, offering strong regional access for logistics, distribution, or agri-business operations.

Buyers are encouraged to complete their own due diligence regarding zoning, permitted uses, and development potential.

See the full listing:
https://www.lennard.com/listings/434982-43rd-line

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Opportunity in Zorra!

A 7.38-acre agri-business zoned parcel of vacant land is available for sale...

There's a rib fest happening in Embro on May 16th — and the story behind it is worth knowing.

Miedema's Meat Market has been part of the Embro community since the early 1900s. Brent Miedema, whose father Leo took over in 1982, has just completed a major expansion — tripling the square footage, adding a new cooler, and dramatically increasing processing capacity at a full-service abattoir that now means "next week" instead of "next year" for bookings.

On Saturday, May 16 from 11 AM–3 PM, Brent and the Miedema family are celebrating with a Grand (Re)Opening Open House and Rib Fest at 129 Huron St., Embro. A commercial eight-pig smoker will be fired up, and a community that has supported this family business across generations is invited to come celebrate.

"We're proud to be a part of the community and provide an essential service in this great agricultural area." — Brent Miedema

Read the full story → https://ruraloxford.ca/miedema-meats-rib-fest-2026-a-shared-grand-re-opening-celebration-commitment-to-community/

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There's a rib fest happening in Embro on May 16th — and the story behind...

The application window for Discover Rural Oxford is closing — and there are still a few spots available.

25 businesses. Three days at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show. A professionally produced Business Spotlight reel. Direct sales to Farm Show visitors. Cross-promotion with one of Southwestern Ontario's largest agricultural events.

This is Rural Oxford EDC and Canada's Outdoor Farm Show's third year partnering on this exhibit — and each year the TD Pavilion becomes more of a destination in its own right.

Don't leave your spot on the table → ruraloxford.ca/exhibit

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The application window for Discover Rural Oxford is closing — and there are still a...

Available for Lease in East Zorra-Tavistock!

17,702 sq. ft. of warehouse space is available for lease on Highway 59 in Hickson, on the outskirts of Woodstock. The property features a large gravel yard suitable for tractor trailer turning and outdoor storage, making it well suited for agri-products, distribution, or other warehouse and logistical operations.

Located on Highway 59 between Highway 8 and Braemer Side Road, the property offers convenient access to regional roadways while remaining rooted in rural Oxford County.

Tenants are encouraged to complete their own due diligence regarding zoning, permitted uses, and suitability for their intended operation.

Learn more → https://ruraloxford.ca/amessna-corps-24000-square-foot-facility-in-hickson-means-big-potential/

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Available for Lease in East Zorra-Tavistock!

17,702 sq. ft. of warehouse space is available for...

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