Whether relocating, expanding, seeking new opportunities, or just visiting, Zorra is a great place to be. Located in Southwestern Ontario, Zorra is strategically located to serve the commercial, industrial and residential needs of the people within the region.  Easy access to markets is available through the 401, 402 and 403 highways, connecting Zorra to major cities throughout Ontario and the US.

Home to some of the best agricultural land in Canada, Zorra offers a scenic landscape of rolling hills, farms and rivers. The two serviced villages of Embro and Thamesford offer a variety of businesses and services, allowing for convenience in a rural setting. 

The Township of Zorra has a diversified economy, with the majority of businesses in the agricultural, construction, retail trade and transportation industries. The Township contains many community groups that are dedicated to improving and maintaining the quality of life in their Townships.

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The Township of Zorra has partnered with the rural Oxford townships (Blandford-Blenheim, East Zorra-Tavistock, Norwich and South-West Oxford) to create ROED, Rural Oxford Economic Development. Currently, ROED is undertaking a Business Retention and Expansion project to enhance local businesses and economic prosperity.

The program works to improve the competitiveness of local businesses by addressing their concerns and needs through a confidential interview process. The interview process is a structured visitation program that includes a survey conducted by volunteers to identify issues and opportunities. The analysis of the survey results is used to develop a series of strategic actions that will assist to address the concerns indicated within the survey.

The overall goals of conducting a BR+E are as follows:

• Address urgent business issues

• Improve and grow the relationships between local businesses and the community

• Retention of businesses and jobs

• Improvement of business and community competitiveness

For more information please click here to visit the ROED website. 

Or contact:

Karen Nelson Hamilton

Business Retention and Expansion Project Coordinator

519-485-2490 ext 242 or 519-671-1669
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