Deborah Jones

3 weeks ago | bizxmagazine.com | Deborah Jones

In our region residents can experience a wide array of cultures and traditions right at home. So for our June edition, we feature local businesses and organizations representing many different countries. Let’s kick start this multicultural theme with my column about where my family was born!In case you were not aware, my parents, Colin and Kathy Jones, my sister Della Jones-Goulet and I emigrated to Canada from Wrexham, Wales, in the UK, many years ago.

3 weeks ago | bizxmagazine.com | Deborah Jones

ON THE COVER — Embracing Our Multicultural Community. Experiencing new cultures is always fun, and luckily the people of Windsor Essex and Chatham Kent have a plethora of opportunities to do so! Your family will feel like they’ve travelled the world after visiting the local businesses, organizations and the villages at the Carrousel of the Nations event we highlight in this issue’s feature story and The Parenting Biz section. COVER COLLAGE OF PHOTOS OF EDITORIAL IN OUR 275th ISSUE INCLUDE . . . .

1 month ago | bizxmagazine.com | Deborah Jones

By now, since you have been reading Biz X magazine for many years, you know I’m all about girl power!Considering I am the ONLY female recipient to date to earn a Business Excellence Award in the Entrepreneur of the Year category (yep I won back in 2007!) from the Windsor Essex Chamber of Commerce, I love to write about organizations that celebrate the strength, resilience and achievements of local women in the workplace.

1 month ago | bizxmagazine.com | Deborah Jones

ON THE COVER — Celebrating Canadian-Made — Page 18. As Canadians become more intentional about their purchases, many are seeking homegrown products. Windsor Essex and Chatham Kent is lucky to be home to many businesses that make buying Canadian super easy. In our business profiles you’ll learn about everything from dog treats, office supplies, cider and maple syrup, to outdoor living products, training devices for ice hockey players and a retail shop dedicated entirely to Canadian brands.

2 months ago | bizxmagazine.com | Deborah Jones

The Fine N’ Dandy Charity Beer Festival returned on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at GL Heritage Brewing Company, 8728 Howard Avenue in Amherstburg, uniting 11 local craft breweries in a heartfelt celebration of beer, community, and compassion — all in support of cancer-related causes. This annual event began in 2016, founded by the late Jeffrey Craig, a beloved brewer at Walkerville Brewery. What started as a small, one- beer fundraiser has grown into a vibrant regional tradition.