@ROInstitute

Building vision, voice and leadership for a strong and vibrant rural and northern Ontario. Charitable organization. Administrator of @AALP and more! #ruralON

 Based in Guelph, Ontario
ruralontarioinstitute.com
Joined June 2010
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Saviez-vous que 41 % des navetteurs vivant en zone rurale mettent moins de 15 minutes pour se rendre au travail ? Découvrez cela et bien d'autres informations dans notre fiche d'information sur les trajets domicile-travail ➡️bit.ly/40G5Xak
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Did you know 41% of rural commuters travel less than 15 minutes to get to work? Find this fact and other facts in our latest factsheet focused on commuting data. Learn how people in your community are getting to work, how long their commute is and more ➡️bit.ly/40G5Xak
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🌟 Introducing 2026 Rural Change Maker – Brittany Bachellier Cassibo! Brittany is the Community Development Coordinator with the Municipality of Tweed, where she works to support initiatives that strengthen community connection and local opportunities. #LeadYourFuture #RCM5
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The next generation of rural leaders is here, and they’re ready to create change! Let’s provide them with the resources they need to succeed. Help us reach our goal for books, speakers and materials to equip them for success. #LiftUpThroughLearning➡️ bit.ly/4hLDzvi
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Sign up today and get 3 months of FREE access to the Rural Housing Information System – a locally-driven dashboard packed with key data like: 📊 Demographics 🏗️ Permits, zoning & incentives 🏠 Housing stock & market rental information Sign up now 👉 bit.ly/RHIS-SignUp
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🌟Introducing 2026 Rural Change Maker – Brianna Maltais! Brianna is a multidisciplinary tap dance artist and co-found of Haut Haus, a cross-border collective of tap dancers and instrumentalists developing a full-length show premiering in Toronto in February 2027. #RCM5
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THANK YOU to Rural Change Maker Partner Kimberly Earls for supporting rural youth and sharing your expertise in the upcoming Learning Lab: Community Development. In this session, Change Makers will explore identifying community needs, building relationships and project planning.
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Help us provide the tools for success to the 24 rural leaders on their leadership journey to create change in their communities! Your donation will provide books, supplies, and materials. Let’s give these emerging leaders the resources they need to thrive! bit.ly/4hLDzvi
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Nominations are OPEN! Nominate an individual, business, organization or community making a difference in rural Ontario! Submit a nomination by: October 23, 2026 🔗 ontario.ca/page/rural-ontari…
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🌟Introducing 2026 Rural Change Maker–Berkley McQueen! Berkley is the founder of BFITNESS, in London, ON. As an entrepreneur and mother of 4, she has created a supportive space where women can build confidence, improve their health, and develop meaningful connections. #RCM5
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24 Rural Change Makers are stepping up to make a difference in their communities, and we need your help to empower them! Help us reach our goal for curriculum books and materials. Together, we can shape the leaders of tomorrow. ➡️bit.ly/4hLDzvi. #LiftUpThroughLearning
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We’re excited to be at #WOMC2026! Visit our booth to discover how the Rural Housing Information System supports affordable housing planning and how the Community Wellbeing Dashboard puts essential data at communities’ fingertips to help shape their future.
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🌟Introducing 2026 Rural Change Maker–Angelina Bishnoi! Angelina joined the Change Makers because she wants to keep pushing herself outside of her comfort zone, meet new people & learn how she can take the things she cares about & turn them into meaningful change in her community
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🌱 The future of rural communities starts with their emerging leaders! Help us #LiftUpThroughLearning as 24 Change Makers embark on their leadership journey. Your support will provide the resources they need. Let’s reach our goal for books and supplies! ➡️bit.ly/4hLDzvi
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Applications are OPEN! Join an upcoming information session to learn what’s ahead for Class 22 of the Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program (AALP) and how you can get involved. To register, please visit ruralontarioinstitute.ca/eve…
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🌟Introducing 2026 Rural Change Maker–Amy Rushlow! Amy is an Entrepreneurship Officer with Trenval Business Development Corporation, where she leads grant programs, advises businesses, and creates learning opportunities and events for the local business community. #LeadYourFuture
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🌟Introducing 2026 Rural Change Maker–Andrew Grose! Raised on his family farm near Alma, ON, Andrew studied computer engineering and business. He now supports sales and administration at Husky Farm Equipment Ltd., continuing the family business as part of its third generation.
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🌱 The future of rural communities starts with their emerging leaders! Help us #LiftUpThroughLearning as 24 Change Makers embark on their leadership journey. Your support will provide the resources they need. Let’s reach our goal for books and supplies! bit.ly/4hLDzvi.
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🍂 This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the land that nourishes us, the farmers who bring food to our tables, and the family, friends and communities who make this season meaningful. Wishing everyone a warm and happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍎 #SupportLocal #RuralON #HappyHarvest
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#WorldMentalHealthDay. Mental health is a universal human right and everyone deserves access to quality care. See how ConnexOntario data is highlighting mental health and substance use support needs across Ontario in our mental health factsheet➡️bit.ly/4idZkmw
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