Rural Ontario Institute

Rural Ontario Institute Building Vision, Voice and Leadership for a strong and vibrant rural and northern Ontario.

Did you know over 24,000 rural households lack internet access in Ontario? Reliable, fast, and affordable internet is es...
06/12/2026

Did you know over 24,000 rural households lack internet access in Ontario? Reliable, fast, and affordable internet is essential for economic wellbeing and overall quality of life. Discover more key insights in our latest internet factsheet ➡️ https://bit.ly/3NO0hYP
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Saviez-vous que plus de 24 000 foyers ruraux n'ont pas accès à Internet en Ontario ? Un accès à un Internet fiable, rapide et abordable est essentiel au bien-être économique et à la qualité de vie en général. Découvrez d'autres informations clés dans notre dernière fiche d'information sur l’accès à Internet ➡️ https://bit.ly/3NO0hYP

We’re excited to share that ROI’s French Data Coordinator, Emeline Nicolich, will be attending the Canadian Rural and Re...
06/11/2026

We’re excited to share that ROI’s French Data Coordinator, Emeline Nicolich, will be attending the Canadian Rural and Revitalization Foundation Conference on June 16–18! Be sure to join the “Aging, Health, and Well-being in Rural Places” session on June 17 from 1:30 to 3:00 PM to learn more about the Community Wellbeing Dashboard and how it can be used to assess available services in rural areas.

To learn more, please visit https://nl2026.crrf.ca/

We had the pleasure of speaking with many participants on the first day of the RSIFEO regional forum yesterday. Today, E...
06/10/2026

We had the pleasure of speaking with many participants on the first day of the RSIFEO regional forum yesterday. Today, Emeline will continue to present our data tools during this session focused on understanding the challenges faced by Francophones and the economic development driven by Francophone immigration.
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Nous avons eu le plaisir d'échanger avec de nombreux participants à la première journée du forum régional du RSIFEO hier, aujourd'hui Emeline continuera à présenter nos outils pour cette journée axée sur la compréhension des enjeux des francophones et du développement économique apporté par l'immigration francophone.

🚨Today is the LAST DAY to register for in-person attendance. Join us for the Rural Ontario Institute’s 2026 Annual Gene...
06/10/2026

🚨Today is the LAST DAY to register for in-person attendance.

Join us for the Rural Ontario Institute’s 2026 Annual General Meeting on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 9:00–11:30 a.m. For 16 years, ROI has been dedicated to developing leaders, informing decision-makers, and strengthening connections across rural and northern Ontario. Come together with our board, staff, sponsors, donors, and community partners to celebrate the past year and recognize the leaders who helped us get to where we are today.

We’re thrilled to welcome keynote speaker Dr. Rene Van Acker, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Guelph, as part of this year’s event.

📅 Friday, June 19, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Hybrid Event, In-person (OAC Centennial Arboretum Centre) & ZOOM In-person attendees must register by June 10.

Register today to save your spot! ➡️https://roiagm2026.eventbrite.ca/

Join ROI’s French Data Coordinator, Emeline Nicolich, at the RSIFEO Regional Forum in Casselman on June 9–10! Stop by ou...
06/09/2026

Join ROI’s French Data Coordinator, Emeline Nicolich, at the RSIFEO Regional Forum in Casselman on June 9–10! Stop by our booth to discover the Community Wellbeing Dashboard and explore data resources now available in French designed to support communities across Ontario.
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Emeline Nicolich, Coordinatrice de l'engagement des données francophones à l'IRO, sera présente au Forum régional du RSIFEO à Casselman les 9 et 10 juin ! Venez nous rendre visite au kiosque pour découvrir le Tableau de bord Bien-être des collectivités rurales et explorer les ressources désormais disponibles en français, conçues pour soutenir les collectivités de l'Ontario.

https://rsifeo.org/evenement/forum-regional-du-rsifeo-2026/

We believe YOU can make a difference. Apply to become a 2026 Rural Change Maker and join the movement of emerging leader...
06/09/2026

We believe YOU can make a difference. Apply to become a 2026 Rural Change Maker and join the movement of emerging leaders inspiring positive change in their communities and !

To learn more and to apply, please visit https://ow.ly/zw0M50Yw305

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Join ROI’s French Data Coordinator, Emeline Nicolich, at the RSIFEO Regional Forum in Casselman on June 9–10! Stop by ou...
06/08/2026

Join ROI’s French Data Coordinator, Emeline Nicolich, at the RSIFEO Regional Forum in Casselman on June 9–10! Stop by our booth to discover the Community Wellbeing Dashboard and explore data resources now available in French designed to support communities across Ontario.
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Emeline Nicolich, Coordinatrice de l'engagement des données francophones à l'IRO, sera présente au Forum régional du RSIFEO à Casselman les 9 et 10 juin ! Venez nous rendre visite au kiosque pour découvrir le Tableau de bord Bien-être des collectivités rurales et explorer les ressources désormais disponibles en français, conçues pour soutenir les collectivités de l'Ontario.

https://rsifeo.org/evenement/forum-regional-du-rsifeo-2026/

Today is World Environment Day!🌎Discover how your community is doing! Explore our Community Wellbeing Dashboard to dive ...
06/05/2026

Today is World Environment Day!🌎

Discover how your community is doing! Explore our Community Wellbeing Dashboard to dive into key environmental indicators that support sustainable development, biodiversity, & climate resilience. Start making data driven decisions for your community today➡️https://www.ruralontarioinstitute.ca/wellbeing/dashboard/environment.aspx

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Journée mondiale de l'environnement🌎

Découvrez le tableau de bord gratuit Bien-être des collectivités : les indicateurs environnementaux mettent en avant développement durable, biodiversité et climat. Prenez des décisions basée sur des données pour votre collectivité.➡️ https://www.ruralontarioinstitute.ca/bienetre/tableau-de-bord/environnement.aspx

📢 Zoning and geospatial data for 145 Northern Ontario municipalities have been updated in the Rural Housing Information ...
06/05/2026

📢 Zoning and geospatial data for 145 Northern Ontario municipalities have been updated in the Rural Housing Information System (RHIS). This update ensures access to accurate planning and zoning information to support housing development across the region.

Sign-up today to receive 3 months free access to data on:
📍 Demographics
📉 Homelessness & housing stock
🏗️ Zoning, permits, incentives
📊 Community Comparison ...and more!

Sign-up👉 https://bit.ly/RHIS-SignUp

Applications for 2026 RCM cohort are now OPEN👉 https://bit.ly/RCM_5 The Rural Change Makers Program (RCM) is a FREE and ...
06/03/2026

Applications for 2026 RCM cohort are now OPEN👉 https://bit.ly/RCM_5

The Rural Change Makers Program (RCM) is a FREE and transformative 12-month leadership experience for emerging leaders (ages 18–35) who are ready to create positive change in their lives and rural communities. Emerging leaders from throughout Ontario are selected to participate in a dynamic blend of virtual learning labs, in-person gatherings, and real-world skill application that turn ideas into impact.

Join an upcoming information session to learn more about the program ➡️ https://www.ruralontarioinstitute.ca/events

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