News & Events
2026 Tourism Innovation Grant Program Applications Now Open
APPLICATIONS OPEN Community Futures Oxford, Tourism Oxford and Rural Oxford Economic Development jointly announce: the Tourism Innovation Grant Program applications are now open. The Tourism Innovation Grant Program supports Oxford County businesses (and now non-profits) who are developing or expanding tourism to offer unique and innovative visitor experiences. Applications are evaluated on sustainability, creativity, innovation, … read more
Join Us for Understanding Your Customer: A Hands-On Workshop in Empathy & Journey Mapping
You’re invited to attend our breakfast and workshop in recognition of International Women’s Day on February 25, 2026 at Elm Hurst, Ingersoll. The event takes place from 8 am to11:30. Tickets are $50 and available on Eventbrite.
Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day a bit early! Breakfast and a workshop to help you focus on understanding your customer and meeting them where they are in the business process.
Join Us for Stronger Together: Fostering Business Collaboration & Partnerships
Join us for breakfast and panel discussion fostering collaboration and partnerships among Oxford County entrepreneurs. February 25, 2025. Community Building, Strategies, Resource Sharing, Overcoming Challenges. Tickets on Eventbrite $30. All are welcome
6th Annual Small Business Services Showcase
Join us for a new take on our 6th Annual Show Me the Money: Small Business Support Showcase and Networking Event! Since our first Show Me the Money event in February 2014, our goal was to bring together all of the resources that a small business owner may need into one room. The idea was efficiency- you may not … read more
Entrepreneurs of the Year 2018: Winners Announced
The 2018 Annual General Meeting marked 25 years serving small businesses in Oxford County! The Community Futures Oxford staff, board of directors, partners and clients celebrated small business success by announcing the 2018 winners for entrepreneurs of the year. CFO announced three award recipients yesterday. Access to Capital Program Entrepreneur of the Year: Sandra Shank, … read more
Bringing fashion to the people: young entrepreneurs open Penny Lane Clothing Co in downtown Ingersoll
Nestled inside Dwell Urban Boutique, you’ll find the adorably stylish creation of two young entrepreneurs, Noah and Sophie. Penny Lane Clothing Co carries a curated selection of second hand and vintage clothing and accessories. Think Kensington Market style in downtown Ingersoll- we love it! The young business duo is bringing high quality, eclectic fashion to … read more