PATHWAYS TO EMPLOYMENT YOUTH SPOTLIGHT: RUSTICA PIZZA VINO
“When I moved to orillia in the fall there was nothing I dreaded more than searching for work. I was laid-off at the onset of the pandemic and had struggled with depression; I could not imagine being happy or helpful in any environment. My employment coach, Katie, provided the guidance and support I needed to build back my confidence. Through daily correspondence and personalized workshops, I began to understand what positive qualities I could bring to a job. I... more
NEW OWNER TAKES THE HELM AT ORILLIA'S FLOOR FASHION CENTRE
Dean and Roseanne Beers are retired and loving it.
The long-time owners of Orillia's Floor Fashion Centre handed over the keys to the kingdom to former store manager, Nicole Smith, on January 1, 2022. With the help of the Orillia Area CDC, the transition has been seamless and practically painless.
“My wife and I were starting to think, we had been in business almost 30 years, that we wanted to make a change. Our staff knew that all along, we never... more
Core vaccines are considered essential for all pets based on the severity of the disease or the risk of exposure to a certain illness. The transmissibility of the disease from pets to humans is another factor of core vaccines. On the other hand, non-core vaccines are recommended ONLY based on the risk of exposure; not every pet needs non-core vaccines to be healthy. Feline leukemia (a contagious cat-to-cat virus) is an example of a non-core vaccine. It's typically recommended for cats that go outside.
PATHWAYS TO EMPLOYMENT YOUTH SPOTLIGHT: NEXT GEN HUB INC. SAFETY TRAINING AND CONSULTING
“After completing my schooling in 2020, I struggled finding a career during a global pandemic. I was applying to every job related to hr without hearing anything, not even a rejection notice. I was starting to give up on finding something in my chosen field when I learned about this program.
Pathways to employment is an amazing opportunity to help youth gain experience and provide the necessary support and connections... more
STRONG SUPPORT HELPED CROSSFIT ORILLIA WEATHER PANDEMIC
“I was teetering on the edge but wasn't ready to fail. What we're doing here is too important; we're helping to keep people sane, giving them an outlet, and helping them take care of their health."
This is how Matt Spencer, owner of CrossFit Orillia, located at 7 Progress Drive, described his situation when faced with having to close his facility during the Covid-19 lockdown periods. With such drastic restrictions, Spencer realized that he would need to... more
Vettä Nordic Spa Founder and President Eric Harkonen has a passion for Finland, his Finnish heritage, and the Finnish lifestyle. So much so, that he has brought a big piece of that experience to Horseshoe Valley, for everyone to enjoy.
Vettä Nordic Spa offers thermal therapy and an authentic Finnish experience with its impressive hot and cold plunge pools. Vettä has one of the largest saunas in North America and the steam rooms are world class. This makes Vettä... more
DOWNTOWN ORILLIA BUSINESS AIMS TO 'MAKE DOGS FEEL BETTER'
ShamPooch Dog Grooming is located Downtown Orillia, and its storefront location in the city's Arts District at 19 Peter St. S. has been a boon for business, says ShamPooch owner Dianne Wall.
“Within six months of moving from a location along the highway north of Orillia, my business tripled," explained Wall. “There's so much traffic in the downtown, including cottagers in the summer."
“I think being in the public eye raises awareness of my... more
Many businesses have been affected by the global pandemic over the past couple of years, but especially those that are in the business of hosting or providing venues for “large gatherings," such as weddings. The cancellation and postponement of wedding celebrations has been a huge disappointment, not only to couples planning to celebrate their marriage, but to those offering wedding services.
Northbrook Farm is one such business, which when... more
How Do Vaccines Protect Pets? A vaccine contains antigens that resemble a certain virus or disease, which then generates antibodies after the vaccine is injected into the body. As a result, the immune system will be better equipped to identify and fight off disease-causing organisms, if ever exposed to the real disease. There are two types of vaccines available for pets: core and non-core (see next question). Regardless of which type of vaccine your pet receives, the end result is the same: protection from a certain disease or... more
Orillia First Aid has to CANCEL the Babysitting Essential PA Course on Friday November 18th 2022
