Participants will gain valuable insight into rural trespassing and property access issues impacting Ontario farmers and landowners. The session will cover Ontario’s trespass laws and how they are enforced in rural settings, with particular attention to hunting, fishing, and recreational use. Attendees will learn how these laws apply in real-world situations, along with the rights and responsibilities of both landowners and members of the public.
Events
Webinar – Agritourism in Rural Ontario – 2026
Interest in visiting local farms is at an all-time high, driven by a growing desire to support local businesses. Agritourism Ontario’s “Fields of Opportunity” report offers insights and a strategic roadmap to strengthen Ontario’s agritourism industry.
Webinar – Beyond Information: How Canadians Build Confidence in Uncertain Times – 2026
Right now, how people make decisions is shifting. Join us for an in-depth webinar exploring how these broader dynamics influence confidence across society, including Canada’s food system.
Local Food Week 2026
Mark your calendars to celebrate Local Food Week with OFA from June 1-7! June is the opportune time to celebrate the bounty of fresh, healthy, affordable, accessible foods grown, produced, raised and processed in Ontario.
Grow Up Toronto – 2026
Grow Up’s Brands and Buyers zone makes its’ debut in Toronto. Brands have the opportunity to promote their latest brands to retail buyers and provide samples to qualified cannabis workers. Brands and Buyers Zone were SOLD OUT LAST YEAR
The Federation of Northern Municipalities (FONOM) Conference – 2026
The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) is the unified voice of Northeastern Ontario, representing and advocating on behalf of 110 cities, towns and municipalities.
Farmers Dash Fundraiser Barrel Race – 2026
The Ontario barrel racing community and farming community will be coming together for more than just competition this spring. On May 30, 2026, riders and supporters will gather at Charlie Hill Equine for the Farmers Dash Fundraiser Barrel Race, an event dedicated to supporting farmer mental health through the Farmer Wellness Initiative and Agriculture Wellness Ontario.
Ontario Beekeepers Association (OBA) Annual General Meeting – 2026
Join us at the 2026 Ontario Beekeepers Association (OBA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) on November 26th – 28th at the Horseshoe Valley Resort in Barrie!
Webinar – Farm Vehicle Road Safety – Lunch and Learn
As the weather improves, planting season begins and farm vehicles will be increasingly sharing our roadways. Please join Corey Poapst, a Transportation Enforcement Officer with MTO, for a virtual session focused on helping everyone stay safe this spring—whether you’re driving farm equipment or commuting on rural roads.
Kemptville College Reunion
All Alumni of Kemptville College are welcome to attend for lunch, AGM and a roast beef dinner. The Honour years are ‘1 and ‘6.