TORONTO – Through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership program, the Ontario and the federal governments are spending $4 million to support pilot projects helping the agri-food sector to “attract, support and retain” workers.
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Over half of Canadians struggle to keep up with the cost of living
VANCOUVER – As inflation drives up the price of almost everything around them, new data from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute finds just over half Canadians feeling like they’re outpaced by the rising cost of living.
Tri-City Training Wrestling Club competed in Ontario Winter Open
Wrestling club – The Tri-City Training Wrestling Club in Guelph competed in the Ontario Winter…
New exhibit at Elora Centre for the Arts features blacksmith artist Sandra Dunn
Solo blacksmith – Blacksmith artist Sandra Dunn, launched The In Between exhibit last week at the…
River Run Centre presents the Legendary Downchild Blues Band and ‘The Longest 50th Anniversary Tour Ever’
GUELPH – Two years ago, the Legendary Downchild Blues Band was ready to bring its 50th Anniversary Tour to River Run Centre. Like so much else, those plans were put on hold. Now, the tour continues, and the anticipation has grown.
Skeins for Ukraine fundraiser supported Canadian Red Cross’ Ukraine fund
Skeins for a cause – Hand-dye fibre artist Andrea Gal-Leising of Fergus Yarn Co. teamed up with…
Erin’s Seedy Saturday returned after two-year hiatus
Seedy Saturday – Following a two-year COVID hiatus, Erin’s Seedy Saturday event returned from 10am to 3pm on March 12 at the Erin United Church. Many visitors escaped from the cold and were happy to see friendly faces in-person instead of on a computer screen.
Acton Charges U13 Select win division in Hills Hockey Tournament
Acton Chargers – The Acton Chargers U13 Select Team played in the March to the Hills Hockey…
Elora company Stirling Marathon gets $1.5 million from province
ELORA – Stirling Marathon Ltd. will receive $1.5 million from the province as the company plans a $10-million expansion of its facility outside Elora.
Council awards tender for culvert rehabilitation
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – A recent tender for a culvert project here has highlighted greater concern for remaining within budget as material costs continue to rise with inflation.
Report: older adults dealing with increased barriers due to pandemic
WELLINGTON COUNTY – A new Vital Focus report details how older adults have been impacted by COVID-19, as the pandemic reaches the two-year mark.
Centre Wellington Remedy Rx pharmacy held a re-opening ceremony after extensive renovations
Re-opening ceremony – Centre Wellington Remedy Rx pharmacy held a re-opening ceremony after…
OFA Viewpoint: The importance of ensuring accuracy of assets when renewing farm insurance
Farming is regularly influenced and impacted by adverse conditions and unique situations.
Police beat: Drug bust, charges
Drug bust, charges FERGUS – Two Centre Wellington residents have been charged following a drug…
Guelph man arrested after pellet gun shot at police
GUELPH – A Guelph male faces assault and weapons charges after a pellet gun was fired at officers…