FedNor Helps Northern Ontario Businesses Reach New Markets through Pavilion at 2016 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
News Release
October 27, 2016 – North Bay, ON – Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario – FedNor
More than 50 agricultural and equine businesses and organizations from across Northern Ontario are gearing up to take centre stage at this year's Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. The participants will be highlighting their products and services as part of the Northern Ontario Agri-food Pavilion.
The 7000 square foot exhibit is supported by FedNor in partnership with the NECO Community Futures Development Corporation. As the largest pavilion at Canada's premier indoor agricultural exposition, it will provide exhibitors with numerous opportunities to network, expand their markets, and increase sales.
This marks the 16th year that FedNor has participated in the fair. The 10-day event, which runs November 4-13, 2016 at the Enercare Centre in Toronto, is expected to attract more than 320,000 Royal visitors.
Special events at the Northern Ontario Pavilion will include scheduled food sampling at the Northern Cuisine demonstration kitchen, two cooking demonstrations on Friday, November 11, as well as taste testing offered by Northern Ontario beer, wine and spirits producers at the Royal's onsite LCBO store.
Quotes
"This initiative supports the growth and competitiveness of local small and medium-sized enterprises by providing the exposure they need to take the next step in growing their businesses. And with growth, comes jobs for middle class Canadians. That is why the Government of Canada, through FedNor, is pleased to help showcase what Northern Ontario has to offer on a national stage."
– The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, and Minister responsible for FedNor
"The Northern Ontario Pavilion at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is a proven economic driver that helps Northern Ontario businesses gain exposure and expand their reach into southern Ontario and international markets. The opportunity to showcase their products and services allows these businesses to increase sales, create consumer awareness, establish industry contacts and grow their operations."
– Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming
Associated Links
- For a complete list of participants at the Northern Ontario Agri-Food Pavilion, visit the FedNor site.
- To find out more about our programs and services, please visit: fednor.gc.ca and follow us on Twitter @FedNor.
- Follow the Minister on Twitter: @MinisterISED
Contacts
Kim Fewchuk
Communications Officer - FedNor
705-971-4112
Kim.Fewchuk@canada.ca
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