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Over The Back Fence

To say the last three years have been interesting (since that pandemic thing started) would be an understatement. We’ve not only seen the impact it has on people who contracted COVID-19, but the change in our business landscape.

Some long-standing businesses closed permanently, some have had to cut back their hours, and many are finding it difficult to find employees. On the upside, however (because you know how positive I am), there are some new businesses who have taken root in our communities and others who have pivoted to meet the changing demands of their customers and our environment.

To have a successful business in our more rural setting can be a bigger challenge than those in urban centres. Certainly those in the tourism sector have faced a number of setbacks, but

Cover: - Environment Action Bobcaygeon in recent days I have spoken with a number of new businesses that have sprung up to meet the needs of those who come to visit. editor@thepromoter.ca

Each of these businesses is taking steps to become involved in their communities, by donating time, money or products to events and organizations. I think that’s what makes all businesses in our area special – that they give back. They know those who live here are their best ambassadors, talking to tourists and friends about their business. It’s also up to us “locals” to support their businesses, too!

Congratulations to all those who have joined our lovely “country club”. Best of luck with your endeavours!

On another quick note, we are putting together the Explore family of tourist guides again .. for Bobcaygeon, Buckhorn and Fenelon Falls. We usually include a list of events in each book ... so if you’ve got an event that you’d like in the listing, please email me the dates, times, location and a website address at editor@thepromoter. ca before March 17. Thanks!