Farm Credit Helps Canadian Farmers Grow

At last month’s farm show, staff from Farm Credit Canada (FCC) was on hand offering their services to the crowds strolling through the aisles. They need no introduction to the agricultural community, but the nature and extent of their services is less understood by the general public. Established in 1959,… Continue reading

Provincial Funding Give and Take Reflects Shifting Priorities

After suggesting ongoing transfer payments from the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) that for a core funding component in municipal budgets across the province were in jeopardy in February, last week the province provided welcome news to many rural municipalities struggling to maintain local infrastructure with a one- time grant. … Continue reading