Elora Fergus Podcast

Ryan Joyce
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Elora Fergus Podcast

Labelled “Ontario’s Best Road Trip” by National Geographic, Elora & Fergus is located in the Township of Centre Wellington and is known for its unique landscape, immersive heritage and creative culture. ​ The township is a magnet for acclaimed artists, entrepreneurs and interesting people. This podcast shares the secrets of Elora & Fergus. ​ Stay connected with the community you love. A bi-monthly podcast, available for download wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe now.

  1. Fergus Fall Fair with Fair Ambassador Dillon Bernier

    18/09/2020

    Fergus Fall Fair with Fair Ambassador Dillon Bernier

    This episode we’re talking with the Fergus Fall Fair Ambassador, Dillon Bernier about this years’ Fair postponement, the local impacts, and how we can stay connected with the Fall Fair and Fergus Agricultural Society.  Listen Here. https://bit.ly/33Ee5Kv

    16 min
  2. Back to School in Centre Wellington

    11/09/2020

    Back to School in Centre Wellington

    What does back to school look like in Centre Wellington during COVID?  What are the new procedures and steps our school boards and schools are taking? With huge thanks to Barbara Evoy and Cogeco, we share this interview with Upper Grand District School Board Superintendents Gary Slater and Carlo Zen.  Show Links: https://bit.ly/2RfapsN

    58 min
  3. Talking Wee Digital Ceilidh Highlights with Fergus Scottish Festival!

    12/08/2020

    Talking Wee Digital Ceilidh Highlights with Fergus Scottish Festival!

    Today is a big episode! Three guests from the Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games join us and give their unique perspectives and feedback from this year’s Wee Digital Ceilidh!   Show Links: https://bit.ly/2DNNr8O   We start the conversation with Elizabeth Bender, the Fergus Scottish Festival Coordinator who shares the online response, feedback from the community and the local events. We discuss Elizabeth’s personal favourite moments, a few special emails, and what it all means for the future of the Fergus Scottish Festival.   Next, Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games Board of Directors President, David Radley joins the podcast and shares his views about this year, the tough 2020 decisions, feedback he received from all around the world, and what changes we might see for future Games. He also discusses some of the unexpected surprises from this year's Wee Digital Ceilidh.   Finally, we are joined with Festival Vice President, Stephen Cole. Stephen’s design work can be seen all around town and with the Festival’s brand. He's behind the new Fergus logo, the Fergus Scottish Festival’s brand and familiar signs all around Centre Wellington. Stephen discusses how the Festival is changing, the importance of volunteering and how you can get involved.

    46 min
  4. Fergus Scottish Festival Coordinator Elizabeth Bender talks Wee Digital Ceilidh

    05/08/2020

    Fergus Scottish Festival Coordinator Elizabeth Bender talks Wee Digital Ceilidh

    Today I’m chatting with the Fergus Scottish Festival Coordinator, Elizabeth Bender about the upcoming digital Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games.  (Show links: https://bit.ly/2Xx0YIB  )  This year would have marked 75 years of tradition in Centre Wellington, but Elizabeth calls this year “74.5”  :) On this episode, we chat about the recent tough decisions, what it means for the future of the Festival, plus we get insight for what to expect at this year’s digital celebration, the Wee Digital Ceilidh (pronounced “Kay-lee”) If you ask Google “What’s a Scottish Ceilidh?” you discover it’s a traditional social gathering. I asked twice and was told, “...simply means a social visit.”  The Festival Scottish Festival and Highland Games present this year’s Wee Digital Ceilidh to their faithful patrons, guests, and over four hundred volunteers who contribute their hard work and time year-after-year.   The result of their efforts has given our community an amazing gift that brings over 24,000 people to Centre Wellington in a single weekend. This year they hope to do the same-- albeit virtually.   Trusted traditions modernized.

    27 min
  5. “Paying Tribute with the Pipes” Peter ‘Piper’ Hummel is on the Elora Fergus Podcast

    22/07/2020

    “Paying Tribute with the Pipes” Peter ‘Piper’ Hummel is on the Elora Fergus Podcast

    Today on the Elora Fergus Podcast we’re talking with Fergus Bagpiper Extraordinaire, Peter Hummel aka Peter Piper.  In this episode, we chat about Peter’s music interests before the bagpipes, his introduction to the pipes and his Greek family upbringing.  https://bit.ly/32GzqE5  Since the start of this pandemic, Peter has stepped outside and played his pipes in tribute to healthcare and front-line workers.  We talked about where the inspiration came from and one of the biggest surprises that have come from his daily tributes.   Peter shares his journey from growing up outside Niagara Falls, Ontario to living and working in Fergus with his family for over twenty years.  He also shares his meaningful Scottish discovery. We talk about postponing the 75th Annual Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games and we both share a little insight and behind the scenes sneak-peak into the upcoming Wee Digital Ceilidh. Peter also shares a few of the passion projects and where he volunteers his services, plus two great behind the scenes Riverfest stories.   I think you’re really going to love this episode!

    30 min
  6. Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy on Elora Fergus Podcast!

    15/07/2020

    Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy on Elora Fergus Podcast!

    Today on the Elora Fergus Podcast we’re chatting with the one and only, Barbara Evoy!  She is the host of her own TV program on Cogeco and radio show on the Grand 101.1.  She is also of not one, but two books and she’s involved in all corners of our community. https://bit.ly/390yH1v  Barbara is a self-proclaimed performer at heart.  She’s ambitious and hardworking.  She is also the victim of abuse and Barbara uses her experiences to help inspire others.   As a kid, Barbara moved around to various Canadian cities before eventually settling into The Township of Centre Wellington where she has become a leader, communicator and performer. Oh, and “Citizen of the  Year”  too :) I think you’re really going to enjoy this episode with Barbara Evoy

    29 min
  7. Mary Lloyd is on Elora Fergus Podcast!

    08/07/2020

    Mary Lloyd is on Elora Fergus Podcast!

    Today on the Elora Fergus Podcast, I'm talking with Mary Lloyd! She is a Wellington County Councillor and local business owner.   Mary Lloyd is the owner of Sensational You located downtown Fergus and Wellington County Councillor for Ward Five. She is a well-known leader who has dedicated a lifetime to the betterment of our community.   So, where does her spark come from? Mary suspects it might be a trait passed onto her from her a father and mother. Listen now to hear why!   I really enjoyed this chat with Mary Lloyd and I know you will too! Show Links: https://bit.ly/2O3fkLK

    28 min
  8. Jackie Ranahan Talks Groves Hospital, Owning a Local Business & Advice for Female Entrepreneurs

    01/07/2020

    Jackie Ranahan Talks Groves Hospital, Owning a Local Business & Advice for Female Entrepreneurs

    Today on the Elora Fergus Podcast, we’re talking with Jackie Ranahan and if you’re interested in Groves Community Hospital, impacts of the new hospital, operating a local business, female entrepreneurship or strong community leadership, I think you’re really going to enjoy this episode.   If you are a local business owner, Jackie has some great thoughts and advice that’s to Centre Wellington.   She is the owner of Mach One Communications, a design and branding firm and also runs Centre Wellington Ball Hockey and Royal City Ball Hockey with her husband.   Jackie is a mover and shaker in Centre Wellington.  Over the years she has served the community in multiple ways and various roles including Past-President of the Rotary Club and Past-Chair Groves Foundation. She has also recently started a new venture into coaching, personal development and helping others find their next steps.   I put Jackie on the spot and asked her to share three local businesses that are inspiring her and asked her to share some of the biggest challenges she’s faced as a female entrepreneur.  Jackie shares some of the struggles starting her first business and advice for other women.   And with the big day approaching, the hospital is on a lot of our minds.  Jackie is the Board Chair for the Groves Memorial Community Hospital so we start this episode to clarify the three different organizations, major milestones over the past ten years, and the economic opportunities that our fancy new hospital is already providing.   This is a great chat, let’s get started! Here’s Jackie Ranahan, a local business owner and an inspiring leader in our community. Show Notes https://JackieRanahan.com Jackie Ranahan Instagram Mach One Communications Centre Wellington Ball Hockey Download 6 (FREE) Virtual Elora & Fergus Backgrounds

    25 min
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Labelled “Ontario’s Best Road Trip” by National Geographic, Elora & Fergus is located in the Township of Centre Wellington and is known for its unique landscape, immersive heritage and creative culture. ​ The township is a magnet for acclaimed artists, entrepreneurs and interesting people. This podcast shares the secrets of Elora & Fergus. ​ Stay connected with the community you love. A bi-monthly podcast, available for download wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe now.

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    Ryan Joyce
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  • Episodes
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