Of the 83 rural community projects nationally, 17 are receiving funding in Ontario, according to a press release from FCC. The fund specifically, the release continues, is to “improve the spaces, services, and infrastructure people rely on every day.”
Agriculture
Ontario Agri-Food Discovery Centre open house shares proposed programming
LISTOWEL – Earlier this year, the Moriyama Teshima Architects’ designs for the Ontario Agri-Food Discovery Centre (OAFDC) were announced, giving insight into how the multi-million-dollar project will fit into Listowel.
Fall colours highlight the changing landscape in region
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Morris-Turnberry building, bylaw departments busy
Over these months, the building department reports 42 projects, varying from agricultural storage sheds, sewage systems to agricultural additions like a silo and grain bin/foundation, to residential projects like decks, pools and new dwellings.
Palmerston Agricultural Society hosts sixth annual vintage tractor, farm equipment tour
PALMERSTON – The Palmerston Agricultural Society hosted its sixth annual vintage tractor and farm equipment tour on Oct. 4.
IPM marks Year of the Woman Farmer
WALKERTON - Ten women from Bruce County and the surrounding area were recognized for their contributions to agriculture and rural communities during a special ceremony at the 2026 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo.
Farm Frolic opens doors to wide variety of county creations, landscapes, products
The Huron County Farm Frolic on Sept. 19 charted a map to several farm open houses, from longhorn cattle to wineries to pumpkin patches.
The 163rd Brussels Fall Fair had the classics: agriculture, pumpkins and a parade
The 163rd Brussels Fall Fair was held Sept. 15 and 16, with the theme ‘Show It, Sew It, Grow…
Listowel Agricultural Society honours fair volunteers and sponsors; private showing of We Lend a Hand: The Forgotten Story of Ontario Farmerettes
LISTOWEL – A special evening honoring Listowel Fair volunteers and sponsors was held at the…
2026 International Plowing Match media day
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75 years young
Maitland Conservation, also known as The Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, celebrated its 75th anniversary on Sunday, Sept. 13 in Brussels with River Fest. Originally scheduled last month, the event was pushed due to inclement weather.
Fall Farm Frolic open doors to explore Huron County farms, food and arts
This free, self-guided event will open the gates at seven farms and agricultural businesses across Huron County.
Conservation consolidation limits representation for local counties
After months of pushback from local lower- and upper-tier councils, the Province of Ontario released the ‘Improving Ontario’s Conservation Authority System’ document, detailing the amalgamation of the province’s conservation authorities.
