United Way Oxford

11/06/2026

WOW!
High school students from our Oxford County high schools showed up and showed out for Stairclimb! An astounding $41,735.95 was raised and will be invested directly back into Oxford County!

And the moment you've all been waiting for...this year's Student Stairclimb trophy goes to IDCI with $12,334.95 raised! We are so grateful for all the schools and students who participated today, all of your hardwork will ensure that we can continue making meaningful and measurable change in Oxford County.

Thank you to the schools, students, staff, volunteers, City of Woodstock, Ontario, and our title sponsor Meridian Credit Union Woodstock.

Woodstock Collegiate Institute College Avenue Secondary School Huron Park Secondary School IDCI Notre Dame St. Mary's

11/05/2026

As part of Quality Month, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc.'s TPS team was proud to support our local community by providing mobility and opportunity. In partnership with United Way Waterloo Region Communities, our Resource Development Manager and Sponsored Employee had the pleasure of accepting TMMC's bike donation.

This annual initiative is a great example of how workplace giving goes beyond financial contributions. When people come together to share their time and skills, our whole community benefits.

We'd like to thank everyone who helped make TMMC TPS' Build a Bike Day a success and TMMC for their generous donation.

11/04/2026

Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners is hosting a free Financial Confidence workshop with IG Wealth Management (in person and online).

This interactive session will cover:
• Retirement planning
• Government benefits and tax credits
• Powers of attorney
• Financial safeguards and fraud prevention
• Practical resources to support financial well-being

Check out this post for more information, or visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/financial-confidence-workshop-with-ig-wealth-management-tickets-2002576390893?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us for an educational evening with IG Wealth Management.

The Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners is pleased to be hosting a free Financial Confidence workshop in partnership with IG Wealth Management. This is a hybrid event - in-person and online option available.

Register at www.eventbrite.ca/e/financial-confidence-workshop-with-ig-wealth-management-tickets-2002576390893

11/04/2026

Say hello to our Gold Ultimate Burgers!

Southwest Smash Burger from Brunny's Bar & Grill - This burger has two smash patties smothered between Monterey Jack cheese, topped with jalapeño poppers, crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle, with Brunny's own housemade chipotle ranch sauce on a toasted potato roll.
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The Regal Burger from Boston Pizza - Our popular classic Royal Hawaiian pizza, reimagined as a burger: pineapple-habanero sauce with bacon slices, fried prosciutto, Italian cheese, then lettuce, tomato, and onion, what’s not to love!
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Double Trouble from The Pub at Norwich Ave - 2 smash burgers, 2 slices of bacon, 2 cheeses: cheddar and pepper jack, onion rings, sweet & hot pickles, lettuce, tomato and secret sauce.
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Oxford Maple Bacon Burger from Louie's Pizza & Pasta - Half-pound beef patty, bacon, smoked 5 Brothers cheese, pickles, shredded romaine, and garlic-maple aioli.
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And remember, $2 from every Ultimate Burger sold will be donated to United Way Oxford to nourish our community through crucial community programs and services. Proudly presented by Sierra Construction Group

11/03/2026

Enjoy a free warm meal, learn about programs and services available in our community, and help us launch our new Little Free Pantry!

Woodstock Public Library will be hosting a Community Connections Fair from 11am-2pm on November 18. If you're looking to find out more about different supports offered in Woodstock – from housing, to childcare, employment, health, and much more – this event is for you! We'll also be offering a warm meal to those who attend (while quantities last). 🍽️

The library will also be launching our new Little Free Pantry during the fair and we need your help to decorate it and fill it! We'll have paint available for everyone to add a thumbprint to the pantry. 👍🎨

The Little Free Pantry will offer food and essential items to anyone who needs a little extra support. To help kick things off, we'll be accepting donations of non-perishable food items and personal care products from November 18-30. Funding for the creation of the Little Free Pantry was generously provided by the Mayor's Task Force. This event is supported by the United Way Oxford. ❤️

11/03/2026

Please give a warm welcome to our final 5 Ultimate Burger Battle Ambassadors! They will be out documenting their burger experiences before they're tasked with choosing the Ultimate Burger of the Year Award Winner!

Mike Crabbe (.crabbe) - Signature Burger: A juicy double-smashed beef patty seared to perfection and layered with caramelized onions, crisp lettuce, melted aged cheddar and smoky maple bacon. Add a hint of maple glaze, then crown it with a dollop of creamy garlic butter. It’s a little bit of sizzle, a lot of local love and totally pickle-free!
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Dave Ross (Sierra Construction Group - Signature Burger: Smoked sirloin burger with Monterey Jack cheese, chipotle sauce, grilled onion, and jalapeños.
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Andrew Doll (Sierra Construction Group - Signature Burger: I'm a classic kind of guy – thick Angus patty, lettuce, cheese, red onion (MUST be red), mayo, ketchup, relish, and pickles.
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Darren Byng (bynger on IG) - Signature Burger: Two crispy yet juicy smashed patties layered with melted cheddar, smoked bacon, fresh lettuce, onions, and whatever house-made special sauce I can get my hands on, stacked on a toasted potato bun.
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Khonrad Mykulak ( Mykulak) - Signature Burger: It starts with a thick, juicy, flame-grilled beef patty, generously stuffed with rich, sharp cheddar cheese and diced jalapeños. As you bite in, warm, melted cheddar spills from the centre, bringing a delicious kick of heat. Layer on crispy, smoky bacon, sweet onions, cool, crunchy lettuce, and tangy dill pickles for the perfect balance of flavours. Then comes the finishing touch: a creamy, zesty jalapeño burger sauce, bringing together the richness of mayo, the tang of mustard, and a hint of sweetness from ketchup all nestled between two halves of a golden, buttery toasted brioche bun. Hot and messy? Yes, but worth every napkin!

11/02/2026

Please give a warm welcome to our first 5 Ultimate Burger Battle Ambassadors! They will be out documenting their burger experiences before they're tasked with choosing the Ultimate Burger of the Year Award Winner!

Savanna Ly-Nguyen (savannalyncreates on IG) - Signature Burger: A juicy thick Angus beef patty cooked medium-rare, topped with a perfectly runny-yolk fried egg, caramelized onions, fresh tomatoes, and crisp lettuce, all tucked into a soft brioche bun with ketchup. Simple, juicy, and full of flavour!
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Megan Causyn (megcausyn on IG) - Signature Burger: My signature burger would be the bacon cheeseburger; it may be plain, but it’s a classic!
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Scott Gooding (.gooding.7) - Signature Burger: Double smash burger with plenty of juice. I’d dress it with lots of sharp cheddar and bacon. It would also be topped with tomato, onions, dill pickles and a large soft bun.
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Dan Henry and Marcie Culbert (Dan & Marcie Show - Heart FM Mornings) - Dan’s Signature Burger: I love many burgers, but if I’m the one making it: 2 smash patties, lettuce, tomato, a special type of cheese like Havarti, mayo, ketchup, mustard, relish. Marcie's Signature Burger: I usually gravitate more toward chicken burgers than beef burgers. My ideal chicken burger would have a breaded patty with Havarti cheese, lettuce, mayo and maybe some bacon. If I had to build a beef burger, I’d make a smash burger with Havarti cheese, fried onions, lettuce, ketchup, and mayo.
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Craig (and Sarah) Hodgkinson (.hodgkinson.92317) - Signature Burger: 2 fresh beef patties, Gunn’s Hill 5 Brother Cheese (melts beautifully), caramelized mushrooms, crispy bacon, maple-garlic aioli, lettuce, tomato, on a toasted brioche bun. Yummy!

11/01/2026

🚨 It’s November 1st – you know what that means… 🚨
🍔🔥🍔🔥THE ULTIMATE BURGER BATTLE! 🍔🔥🍔🔥🍔🔥
The time has finally arrived! You now have 30 days to taste test the BEST burgers in Oxford County.
👉 See the full list of participating restaurants and vote for your fave at https://unitedwayoxford.ca/burgerbattle/
AND don’t forget your passport!
The Ultimate Burger Battle Passport helps you keep track of the burgers you’ve already tried and plan your next tasting! ✔️
Plus, if you try 5 or more locations, you have the chance to be an Ultimate Burger Battle ambassador next year!
👉 You can get your passport at any of our participating locations
🍔🔥LET THE BURGER BATTLE BEGIN!🍔🔥
Proudly presented by Sierra Construction Group

10/31/2026

From all of us at United Way Oxford, we hope you have a safe and enjoyable Halloween!

10/31/2026

Let's meet the final round of our Platinum Ultimate Burgers!

Classic Sweet Onion from Chrissy's Catering - 7 oz patty, topped with sautéed onions, mozzarella cheese, lettuce and tomato.
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Oxford County Barnyard Burger from The Mill - Wagyu Beef, Norpac Peameal Bacon, Noble Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Geerlinks Egg, Howard's Maple Mustard, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun.
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Burger in a Blanket from Churchy’s Pub & Kitchen - 3 oz Local Beef and Bacon burger, Gunn’s Hill Tipsy cheese, crispy prosciutto and a mix of sauteed mushrooms, onions, garlic and thyme, all stuffed inside a homemade cheese bun.
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Bacon Queso Burger from Charles Dickens Pub - House-made queso cheese sauce, smoked bacon, crispy onions, lettuce, chipotle mayo, Jalapeño popper topper.
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True North Smash Burger from P.B's French Fries - A 3 oz smash patty topped with melted cheddar, P.B's famous fries, cheese curds, gravy and signature house-made maple dijon glaze.
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And remember, $2 from every Ultimate Burger sold will be donated to United Way Oxford to nourish our community through crucial community programs and services. Proudly presented by Sierra Construction Group