The Northern Ontario Agri-Food Pavilion helps showcase regional businesses on an international stage
Toronto, ON – Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario – FedNor
The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today cut the ribbon and delivered remarks to open the Northern Ontario Agri-Food Pavilion, at the 2023 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. The Pavilion was supported by FedNor and will be open throughout the Fair, which takes place November 3-12 at Exhibition Place in Toronto.
The Royal is the largest indoor agricultural and equestrian event in the world, drawing more than 300,000 visitors annually to experience the food, products and events. The Northern Ontario Agri-Food Pavilion has been a major part of the Royal Winter Fair for over 20 years. It provides a unique opportunity for exhibitors to showcase their products and services on an international stage at the Royal.
In May 2023, FedNor announced more than $679,000 to support 46 agri-food producers from across Northern Ontario to participate in this event and present at the Northern Ontario Agri-Food Pavilion. This year’s participants will offer a diverse range of high-quality goods, including spices, cheeses, local Indigenous products, crafts, and more.
The Minister was joined by Ray Stanton, President and Chair of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, Shelley Peterson, board member and past President of the Fair, and exhibitors, for the ribbon cutting.
Source : Canada.ca