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GROUPS
Climate Change Action – Dufferin Caledon | Non-Profit | Mandate: As concerned citizens we accept responsibility for the living conditions of future generations and therefore assume the authority to take action to mitigate climate change.
Eco-Caledon | Connecting with the Caledon Community to Reverse Global Warming for a brighter world for our kids. Get involved in one of Drawdown, Education or other programs.
Eco-Caledon Food Group | This is a new group that formed from a Drawdown climate solutions course offered through Eco-Caledon. They are looking for a name! The group is partnering with Food Rescue to expand its efforts into the Caledon community.
Orangeville Climate Action | A youth coalition dedicated to saving our home: our planet in Orangeville, ON.
Soil Health Coalition | Monitoring soil carbon levels and water infiltration rates at local farms over time at different sites on each farm. Connecting farmers with each other to promote health soil practices. The Soil
Bruce Trail | The Bruce Trail Conservancy is one of Ontario’s largest land trusts and the steward of Canada’s longest marked footpath.
FARMS
Azure Highlands | We believe a farm is a great place to raise a family and teach practical skills.
Bell’s Edge Farm | Gourmet Ontario butter.
Besley Country Market | Shelburne local farm with Market stand.
Escarpment Gardens Herbal Teas | Sustainable tea farm with natural, real ingredients.
Fiddlehead Care Farm | A non-profit, fully accessible, therapeutic care farm for children, youth and young adults with developmental, physical and behavioural needs in a caring, supportive environment.
Fiddle Foot Farm | A biodynamic/regenerative farm that is committed to caring for the earth and maintaining the integrity of our land for future generations. CSA’s available.
Landman Gardens & Bakery | Located in Grand Valley, Ontario, their Farm Store is loaded with local goodies (bakery, pantry, dinners & more).
Lennox Farm |Family owned and operated since 1880’s in Melancthon, Ontario growing a variety of fresh, nutritious, and delicious produce. CSA’s available.
Levendale Farms | Selene Richens works hard to provide the local area with fresh, good quality, chemical-free food and produce.
Maple Grove Farm | Family owned and operated, with three generations involved. They produce maple syrup, seasonal fruits and vegetables, farm raised beef and pork, and farm fresh eggs. They also provide a wonderful U-Pick strawberry and raspberry experience for the whole family.
Miller’s Dairy | This five generation dairy farm of milking cows. The best chocolate milk you ever had. Glass bottles with return deposit. Available on the farm and at local grocery stores. Shelburne Foodland carries this product.
Orangeville Farmer’s Market | The Orangeville Farmers’ Market features the best in fresh produce, fruits, locally raised meats, fish, flowers, home baked goods and unique artisan crafts.
Petals Flower Co. | Uses the freshest of ingredients, sourcing and foraging locally and seasonally whenever possible. Floral orders, workshops and individual sales online.
Sheldon Creek Dairy | We work to provide wholesome milk to our local area. What makes Sheldon Creek Dairy different is that we produce and bottle our non-homogenized milk completely on our farm, so you get the freshest product possible. Can be found at the farm store, Shelburne Foodland, D & C Purveyors, Harmony Whole foods in Orangeville and more.
Shelburne Farmers’ Market | Local farmers, produce, artisans, entertainment & more.
Whole Village | A community with a commitment to sustainability and land stewardship seeking to live together in harmony with each other and with the natural habitat.
ORGANIZATIONS
Bruce Trail Conservancy | Protect and steward land along the Niagara Escarpment and make it available to explore by foot along the magnificent Bruce Trail.
Dufferin Farm Tour | Support the local farm businesses in their promotion of GROW LOCAL, BUY LOCAL, EAT LOCAL. Reconnecting the consumers to the producers of the food we eat.
Dufferin Waste | Dufferin Waste information.
West Grey Waste | West Grey waste information.
Green Belt | A charitable grant-making organization working to help keep farmers successful, strengthen local economies, and protect and grow natural features.
Headwaters Food and Farming Alliance | HFFA is a not for profit organization in partnership with Headwaters Communities in Action. The Farm Fresh Map and The Farm to School program are some fantastic programs.
Orangeville Food Bank | The OFB is completely volunteer driven with 70 regular volunteers and many more during the holidays with church and community service groups and sports teams.
Saugeen Valley Conservation | A community-based environmental organization, dedicated to protecting, restoring, and managing the natural resources of the Saugeen watershed.
Shepherds Cupboard Food Bank – Shelburne | Emergency food supplies to individuals in need. Some financial counselling is also available to assist clients.
BUSINESSES
10 & 10 Garden Centre | Local garden centre with lots of charity initiatives.
Artsploration | An art and exploration studio on wheels with brick and mortar in Orangeville.
Beyond The Gate | Chef Frederic Chartier opened up an eclectic French restaurant in Shelburne for lunch and dinner, serving assorted crepes and other French delicacies using fresh local ingredients.
Eco-Refillary | Flesherton refillary & more.
Fernstone Naturals | All natural gifts that are good for you and the environment too. Locally sourced handmade 100% pure beeswax candles.
GGG Greenhouses | Local garden centre.
GO Adventure CO | An outdoor, play-based summer camp dedicated to preserving the simplicity of childhood. We create a space where our GO-ers are free to play, create and learn through experience.
Go Yoga Orangeville | Studio is founded on the belief that yoga should be accessible to everyone—no matter their age, experience level or income.
Grassroots Eco Refills | A mobile delivery service in Orangeville run by a Mom and her two young daughters serving Dufferin County.
Harmony Whole Foods Market | Natural products retailer, having served Orangeville and the surrounding area for over 38 years. Their focus is organic, and offerings include food, supplements, body care & more.
Health for life | Lori Anne Madgett, Doula & Integrated Nutrition Health Coach making and selling natural body products. Has the best chapstick.
Jade’s Junkyard Jems | Local artist making junk into jems.
Jelly Craft Bakery | Downtown Shelburne bakery serving hot fresh bread, soups with local farm fresh ingredients.
Julie Dimakos – Gardening Girl | Local gardener from Mono, Ontario who believes in simple gardening.
Littles Pet Care | Home-style boarding, dog walking, doggie daycare, pet and house sitting.
Ontario Honey Creations | A family owned and operated business that is dedicated to providing seasonal terroir honey and artisan honey vinegars.
Pia’s On Broadway | Chef Xel and Laura makes everything from scratch … serving you nourishing, hearty, and healthy food that we has been prepared with love and care.
Rasmi’s Falafel | Freshly made falafel, hummus, tabouleh, rice, baba ganoush, salads and deserts. Found at the Orangeville & Shelburne Farmer’s Market.
Red Hen Artisanale | Lauren is all about connecting with people by sharing her love for all things sourdough and passion for teaching. It is a series of workshops and food experiences focused on sourdough + sourdough based products, and going back to our natural roots by fermenting the foods we fuel our systems with.
Refillery District | Refillery in downtown Orillia.
Shelburne Agricultural Society | Promoting the importance of agriculture through educational displays and competitions.
Shelburne Public Library | Provides access to a rich and diverse variety of materials to meet the informational and recreational needs of the community. They have a fantastic e-book & audio book collection.
Shine Baking & CO | Made by people with food allergies, for people with food allergies. An award winning gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and nut-free market and wholesale bakery.
Susan’s Deli | Markdale’s famous sandwich shop, bakery & deli.
STREAMS | Community hub with a mission: To ignite learning, inspire youth, and enrich the community through the arts.
Taquiera El Norte | Located in the heart of Alliston, they have delicious modern taqueria, inspired by Tijuana, Baja California style tacos using local ingredients.
The Creemore Refillery | Plastic free refillery in downtown Creemore.
The Eco Den | Mount Forest refillery.
The Market Shoppe | A truly Ontario grocery store in Markdale, Ontario.
The Village Refillery | Orangeville’s first brick and mortar refillery.