Resources
You might find the list of resources below helpful:
- Appendix I for initial set up
- Ipad Quick reference
- Ipad Introduction – Instructor Guide
- The Ipad Introduction Course Content
- OSSCO©©©`s 2015-2016 Annual_Report
- Planning Accessible Events
- Elder Abuse 6 Video Series PRESENTED by OSSCO to Help Fight Against Elder Abuse
- Strategies for Positive Active Aging Report (Executive Summary)
- Strategies for Positive Active Aging Report (Full Report)
- OCSCO 2013 Annual Report
- Age-Friendly Communities
- Multi-cultural Fairs
- OCSCO Celebrates 25 Years
- OCSCO 2011 Strategic Initiatives
- Pension changes in the wind says keynote speaker
- The future of Canada’s pharmacare system
- Accessible Transportation
- Age Discrimination
- Health Care
- Long Term Care
- A Quarter Century of United Nation’s International Day of Older Persons: Official Flag for Flag Raising Ceremonies
- York University’s Academic Fee Waiving for Seniors
OSSCO is raising awareness of the “Shop Canadian, Shop Local” movement with this curated “starters” list of Ontario Businesses. Please add to it and make it your own.
NOTE: OSSCO receives no remuneration or endorsement from the businesses on it.
🧀 Food & Beverage
- The Grocery Outlet Store
https://thegroceryoutlet.ca
A Canadian discount grocery chain offering quality food at reduced prices across 13 Ontario locations. - Sprague Cannery (Belleville)
https://www.spraguefoods.com
A family-owned cannery producing organic, plant-based soups and stews using locally sourced ingredients since 1925. - Canada Red Products (Leamington)
A Canadian brand offering canned tomato products available at available at Giant Tiger and Walmart. - Taylor Fish Company (Wheatley)
https://www.taylorfishcompany.com
A family-run business delivering fresh and frozen freshwater Lake Erie fish, they pledged to use 100% of commercially caught fish using an Iceland pioneered approach. - Empire Cheese Co-op (Campbellford)
https://empirecheese.ca
Ontario’s last traditional cheese co-operative, producing award-winning naturally aged cheddar and fresh curds daily. - The County Bounty Artisanal Soda (Napanee)
https://www.thecountybounty.com
A woman-owned company crafting farm-to-glass sodas from Ontario fruits and herbs, supporting local agriculture. - Little Stream Bakery (Perth)
https://littlestream.ca/pages/learn
An organic bakery specializing in long-fermented sourdough breads made with pure ingredients and baked in wood-fired ovens. - Canvas Brewing Co. (Huntsville)
https://canvasbrewing.com
A craft brewery offering a variety of beers brewed on-site, with a taproom and event space in downtown Huntsville. - Muskoka Beer Spa (Torrance)
https://thegreatcanadianwilderness.com/craft-brewing-is-booming-in-ontarios-cottage-country
A unique destination combining a brewery, spa, and resort experience in the heart of Muskoka. - Pick Your Own Food
https://www.pickyourown.org
Find a local, pick-your-own farm in Ontario and what’s growing! It also lists other types of farms, canning info, festivals and lots more. - Station Restaurant (Havelock)
https://www.stationrestaurant.ca
A family-friendly eatery located in a historic train station, offering homestyle meals and baked goods. - The Odd Bunch (London)
https://www.oddbunch.ca
Their focus is on food waste reduction and food affordability, sourced through local farms. The Odd Bunch is proudly Canadian.
👚 Clothing & Personal Goods
- Northern Reflections
https://www.northernreflections.com - Piccadilly Canada
https://picadilly.ca
A Canadian fashion brand designing comfortable and stylish women’s clothing, available online and in select stores. - Visit Ontario Made for products, services and manufacturers
https://supportontariomade.ca/ontariomade - Blush Organics (St. Catharines)
https://www.blushorganics.ca
A boutique offering handmade, natural bath and body products crafted with organic ingredients
🏡 Household & General
- Giant Tiger
https://www.gianttiger.com
A Canadian discount retailer providing a wide range of products, including groceries, clothing, and home goods, at affordable prices. - Simons
https://www.simons.ca/en
For 185 years, Canada’s oldest family-owned business has been offering a unique department store experience. Available in-store and on-line. - Green Beaver (Hawkesbury)
https://greenbeaver.com
Producers of a variety of safe and effective cosmetics and personal care products. Since 2002, they’ve selected natural, organic, and locally grown ingredients for their products.
🌲 Cottage & Regional Goods
- Cottage Canada Candies / Cottage Country (Burlington)
https://cottagecountrycandies.com
A confectionery company producing a variety of classic Canadian candies and snacks. - Cottage Country Log Cabin Trading Company (Haliburton Highlands)
https://www.logcabintrading.ca
A rustic shop offering handcrafted goods, decor, and gifts reflecting the cottage lifestyle - Beverly’s (Parry Sound & Muskoka)
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHRBRkOMwpV
A local boutique featuring a curated selection of home decor, gifts, and accessories inspired by Muskoka living.
📦 Online/Nationwide
- Piccadilly Canada
https://picadilly.ca - Blush Organics
https://www.blushorganics.ca - The Grocery Outlet
https://thegroceryoutlet.ca - Giant Tiger
https://www.gianttiger.com - Cottage Country Candies
https://cottagecountrycandies.com