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In a town where the pace is slower and the smiles are wider, Brian and Joanna Milligan built more than a butcher shop — they built a community hub rooted in passion and purpose. When Diana Cassidy-Bush first met the Milligans over seven years ago, their energy was...

When you think about professional theatre, you might picture Toronto or New York—not Tweed, Ontario. But Tweed & Company Theatre is flipping that narrative, proving that rural communities can host world-class productions while fostering deep connections between...

When you picture a school, you might imagine a bustling city campus, crowded hallways, and programs backed by big budgets. But step into a rural school, and you’ll find something entirely different — and in many ways, something even more powerful. This week on The...

Beyond the bustle of city life lies a rich tapestry of community, connection, and well-being—waiting to be discovered in rural Ontario. In Episode 8 of The Country Club Podcast, host Diana Cassidy Bush sits down with Dr. Charles Mustard, a family physician who traded...

Hey, Country Clubbers! Diana here, your guide to life—and wealth—beyond the city limits. In Episode 6 of our podcast, we dove headfirst into real estate as a wealth strategy, unpacking how putting down roots in rural properties can grow your bank account as well as...

If you’ve ever dreamed of sipping coffee on a quiet dock as the mist rises off the lake—loon calls echoing in the distance—you’re not alone. In Ontario, cottage ownership isn’t just a summer fantasy. It’s a cultural rite of passage, a lifestyle milestone, and, for...

There’s something almost sacred about the Canadian cottage dream. The sound of waves against the dock. A crackling firepit at sunset. Laughter that bounces across the water like it belongs there. For many, cottage life isn’t just a seasonal escape—it’s the lifestyle...

Buying your first home is one of life’s biggest milestones—exciting, nerve-wracking, and filled with a whole lot of “Where do I even start?” If you’ve been daydreaming about your perfect place but feel overwhelmed by mortgages, finances, and the overall process,...

We all have dreams—those vivid images of our ideal futures that dance in our minds. But how do we transform these dreams into tangible realities? The answer lies in effective goal setting. By establishing clear, actionable goals, we create a roadmap that guides us...

Spring is right around the corner, and with it comes one of the busiest times of year in real estate. For buyers, the season offers exciting opportunities but also unique challenges. To help you prepare and navigate the market effectively, let’s explore what’s really...