South Huron Chamber of Commerce

12/10/2025

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11/14/2025

The agri-food industry is a vital part of South Huron and Huron County’s economy — and increasingly depends on internationally trained workers. Between 2017 and 2023, the number of temporary work permits issued for South Huron employers grew from 20 to 210, with 86% in agriculture, harvesting, or natural resources (IRCC, 2024).

Join the Municipality of South Huron and the Huron County Immigration Partnership for an interactive workshop focused on supporting international agri-food workers (IAWs) in our community. Please share this workshop with those that may be interested.

📅 Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
🕑 Time: 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
📍 Location: South Huron Recreation Centre – Community Hall (94 Victoria St. E., Exeter)

Why Attend:

Learn about the Strengthening the Agri-food Sector in South Huron through International Agri-food Worker Integration project
Hear insights from the 2025 IAW community survey
Connect with local businesses, organizations and services supporting IAWs

Take part in discussions to identify opportunities, challenges, and next steps for stronger integration

Register by November 25, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.: https://form.southhuron.ca/Community-Relations/IAW-Supporter-Workshop

For questions related to the workshop, or if you require additional accommodations for the workshop or assistance accessing information, please contact Stacey Jeffery, Community Relations Manager by phone at 519-235-0310 extension 247 or by email at [email protected].

This workshop is part of the Strengthening the Agri-food Sector in South Huron through International Agri-food Worker Integration project. Financial support was provided under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, a federal-provincial-territorial initiative.

11/13/2025

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11/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who made the South Huron Business Excellence Awards Gala a Great Success!

Please check out the pictures at:

The South Huron’s 2025 Business Excellence Awards Gala 🌟 Thank You: Celebrating Excellence in South Huron!The South Huron Business Excellence Awards Gala was an evening of inspiration, connection, and well-deserved recognition, and we extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who made it such a ...

11/12/2025

In case you missed it! The Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) is conducting a website and social media survey.

Their goal is to make their digital channels more accessible, interactive, and intuitive – meeting and exceeding the needs of their users.

Your feedback is essential as they work to enhance their website and social media presence, ensuring that they effectively advance, promote, and protect human rights in Ontario.

If you use the OHRC website or social media to:
- Understand the human rights system in Ontario
- Participate in eLearning courses
- Learn about policies regarding rights and responsibilities, or
- Discover human rights-driven projects, then

They encourage you to share your valuable ideas by completing the OHRC website survey.

The last date to share your thoughts and feedback will be Friday, December 5, 2025.

The Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) is gathering feedback on the usefulness of its website and social media channels. The information gathered in this survey will be used to help the OHRC improve these communication tools.   We invite you to provide your input by completing our survey by...

11/12/2025

Regional Tariff Response Initiative in Southern Ontario...

The Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI), delivered by Canada’s regional development agencies (RDAs), is part of the broader Government of Canada tariff response plan that includes $6.5 billion in new measures to protect Canadian businesses and workers.

The $1-billion RTRI helps businesses overcome trade disruptions and includes support for businesses across all sectors, including in the steel and automotive industries. It invests in targeted, time-sensitive activities that boost productivity, lower costs, strengthen supply chain resilience, and open doors to new markets, enhancing overall competitiveness.

RTRI is intended to support businesses and sectors impacted by tariffs.

For more information on how to apply:

The Government of Canada is helping Canadian businesses respond to global trade pressures.

11/12/2025

Exeter BIA is warning local businesses to be on the look out after Essex County police reported counterfeit $100 bills circulating in the area, with large retailers being targeted. Last week, six fake $100 bills were discovered at a major store.

At first glance, the bills look real, with different serial numbers. However, closer inspection shows they are missing braille, the holographic ridges can be peeled off, and the $100 number lacks the usual textured feel.

The suspect is described as a male, 20 to 27 years old, with dark hair in a bun. He was wearing white Nike running shoes with red laces and black soles. He was seen driving a black BMW with license plate DFRT 309.

With the busy holiday shopping season approaching, businesses are reminded to review their procedures for accepting large bills and to train staff on how to spot counterfeit money.

11/06/2025

🎉🍾 Tonight we celebrate! Congratulations to all the nominees tonight! Thank you to our table sponsors this evening:
Antonio’s Handyman Services, Exeter, Ontario Hayter's Farm Canadian Tire Lifetime Water Products Canada Inc Team Reid McDonald's Exeter Massage & Integrative Care Hustle & Heart 90.5 myFM Coldwell Banker Dawnflight Realty Brokerage Leanne Comeau Hensall Global, Skillen Raymond James, & Van Raay Farms Ltd.