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Food Security Community Workshops

In Oxford County, we grow some of the best food in the country, and lots of it. We need to ensure that accessible, affordable nutrition is available to everyone who lives here.

You can help. Whether you're a farmer, a store owner, a gardener or a concerned citizen, please share your ideas at a Food Security Community Workshop:

TILLSONBURG
Tues, March 5 - 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Tillsonburg Community Centre - Marwood Lounge

SOUTH-WEST OXFORD
Thurs, March 7 - 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Mount Elgin United Church, 324105 Mount Elgin Rd.

OXFORD COUNTY - ALL COMMUNITIES
Tues, March 19 - 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Elm Hurst Inn, 415 Harris Street, Ingersoll

EAST ZORRA-TAVISTOCK - CANCELLED
Thurs, March 21 - 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Tavistock Public Library, 40 Woodstock Street South

PLEASE RSVP for the session you will attend: Call 519-539-9800, ext. 3420

A special workshop will be held for representatives of health care, community and social services, agriculture and food organizations. More

Other initiatives

Healthy Communities Oxford, a group made up of community members and leaders and coordinated by Oxford County Public Health, recently completed two major projects with Healthy Communities funding that promote active living and healthy eating in Oxford County. The committee is focused on promoting physical literacy in young children and ensuring access to safe and healthy food for residents.

Physical activity during the early years helps children to grow into healthy adults. Research shows that physical activity, through play, can improve children’s physical and mental health, and help them socialize, have fun, and learn new skills. More about physical literacy.

Food is a main part of all of our lives. We are working on ensuring that all Oxford County residents will have access to, and can afford to buy safe, nutritious food that has been produced in an environmentally responsible way that sustains our rural communities. Download the Food Secure Oxford brochure or visit the Food Secure Oxford website for more information.


The 2011 Healthy Communities Report for Oxford County. This report offers a snapshot of Oxford County and the health and well-being of our residents and community.