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The Burford and Area Business Association (BABA) along with downtown Burford Businesses, local churches and service groups are working diligently to bring about a special Holiday Open House on Friday November 27 from 6-9 PM. With almost twenty stores, restaurants and service industries open late and offering a wide variety […]

Barb Dzsudzsak, owner and artist of Pottery on Seven has had to make significant changes to her Christmas Open House, held annually at her home on the Seventh Concession. For the past few years she has welcomed a significant portion of the community into her home to explore and buy […]

This past week people had to re-imagine how Halloween would be celebrated. As a very public and interactive holiday people all adapted in their own ways. Burford and area was no exception.The Brant County Health Unit had recommended either avoiding trick or treating or going out in a modified way […]

By: Steve BurroughsThe Burford Coyotes are back on the ice as the 2020-21 season began this month. While this season looks different than previous years, it hasn’t changed the excitement and enthusiasm of the players. Teams are adjusting to the fast-paced action of 3-on-3 hockey to comply with Public Health […]

By: Corrie Gallant, Beauty Barn SpaThis year we have had to make the difficult decision to cancel all our events including our annual open house, outdoor market and the Awakening to Better Beauty event.The Awakening to Better Beauty Event is a program that we created for women in our community […]

Kate Courtnage grew up in Harley. A farm girl at heart, she has always loved animals, rural living and has a sense of adventure. After high school ,she went out west to explore other parts of Canada and spend time with her sister. Harley eventually called her home, so she […]

Local woodworker, contractor and home inspector Mark Aniol has turned his love of woodworking into stunning works of art. His beautiful charcuterie boards and custom pieces started as a passion project but became so popular that his ‘hobby’ quickly grew into something much more substantial. Watermark Boards is now a […]

We are excited to offer a Virtual Fair this year at the Burford Fairgrounds. The Burford Agricultural Society and Burford Fair are saddened by the restrictions of COVID and not being able to celebrate your Thanksgiving weekend with you! That said – The Burford Fair is coming to you virtually. […]

Heather Keam was inducted as the president of the Burford Optimist Club last Monday evening. Heather met with The Burford Advance to share her vision for the club and the ways she hopes to engage with the Burford community. Her vision is to see Burford flourish and thrive! She wants […]

Clyde and Nina Viola are thrilled to be launching their new business, Envy Cafe in downtown Burford later this week. From breakfast sandwiches, fresh fruit smoothies and deli lunch fare to baked goods, homemade chili and daily soup specials, Envy Café will be a welcome addition to the community of […]