🌟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

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

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.

🌟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

🌱 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

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…

🌟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

🌟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.

🌱 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.

🍂 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

#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

🌟Introducing 2026 Rural Change Maker – Alexander Thorne! Alex is ROI's Agricultural and Rural Youth Leadership Training Coordinator. He looks forward to learning more about municipal policy, the practical steps to creating a successful community initiative, and leadership.

Help us "Lift Up Through Learning" the 24 emerging leaders of change who have begun their leadership journey on a shared mission to give back to their communities. Help us reach our goal for learning resources, including curriculum supplies and materials➡️bit.ly/4hLDzvi

🎉Congratulations Peggy Brekveld, ROI Leadership Programs Director & AALP Class 12, on receiving the Greenbelt Foundation’s prestigious Friend of the Greenbelt Award! This well-deserved honour recognizes Peggy’s longstanding dedication to Ontario agriculture & rural communities.

For a limited time, sign up and receive 3 months FREE access to the Rural Housing Information System (RHIS) – a powerful, data-driven tool built to support municipalities, developers, and homebuilders. Sign up now 👉 bit.ly/RHIS-SignUp

🌟Introducing 2026 Rural Change Maker – Afreen Shabbir! Afreen is based in Dryden, Ontario, where she serves as Executive Director of the Northwest Training and Adjustment Board. She is excited to explore new approaches to collaboration and community-led change. #LeadYourFuture

THANK YOU to Kelsey Randhawa, ROI’s Leadership Programs Coordinator, and Melanie Bidiuk, ROI’s Communication & Program Manager, for supporting rural youth and sharing your expertise in the upcoming Learning Lab. #LeadYourFuture #RCM5 #RuralOn #RuralYouth #LeadershipDevelopment

Join us at the Western Ontario Municipal Conference! This year's conference will bring together perspectives from across Western Ontario to share knowledge, exchange best practices and explore opportunities to strengthen our communities. Register➡️ bit.ly/4xHkKAt

🌾 🚜 Happy Ontario Agriculture Week! Let’s celebrate the farmers, agri-food industry workers, and vibrant rural communities that help bring Ontario food to our tables. Show your support by buying local ❤️#ONTAgWeek #LoveONFood