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A note from Brad 👋

I'll be honest — this event started as a simple idea: what if there was one place where someone new to St. Thomas could find all the trusted local people they need?

But the more I worked on it, the more I realized it wasn't just for people who are new here. It's for anyone who's starting something — a new home, a new chapter, a new season of life. And honestly? That's most of us right now.

I put a lot of care into who's in that room on Thursday. Every business and service provider you'll meet is local, genuine, and good at what they do. These aren't random vendors — they're neighbours.

I'd really love to see you there. Come say hi, meet some great people, and maybe walk away with a $100 grocery gift card. Not a bad way to spend a Thursday evening. 😄

— Brad

New Here? Start Here Expo 🏡

📍 750 Talbot St, St. Thomas  |  Thursday, March 26  |  Doors at 5PM  |  5:30–8:30PM  |  Free to attend

Whether you just moved to St. Thomas or Elgin County, or you've been here for years and still feel like you're figuring it out — this one's for you.

I've pulled together 30+ local businesses and service providers — people I genuinely believe in — all in one room, ready to have real conversations with you. No pressure, no sales pitches, just good people who know this community and want to help you feel at home in it.

It's the perfect opportunity to ask the questions you've been sitting on, make fresh connections, and find those trusted local pros that even long-term residents aren't always aware of.

And everyone who attends is entered to win a $100 grocery gift card. 🛒 A little something to help with the weekly shop.

Who's Going to Be There

🏠 MortgagesMortgage with Brad
🛡️ Home, Auto & Commercial InsuranceKenny Insurance
🔑 Real EstateGraham Beatty
🔑 Real EstateJeff West
💰 Financial AdvisorKevin Cole (Sun Life)
📒 BookkeepingMunroe Bookkeeping
📚 AccountingNG Chartered Professional Accountants
⚖️ Wills, Estates & Real Estate LawDoyle & Prendergast
🧠 PsychotherapyRefined Wellness
🎓 TutoringOxford Learning
✈️ TravelKate Andrews – Playcation Travel
🌍 French Language ServicesCarrefour Communautaire francophone
💪 RecreationYMCA of Southwestern Ontario
👷 StaffingHCR Personnel Solutions
🔧 HVACThermodyne Mechanical
🚿 PlumbingNova Plumbing
⚡ ElectricalOKAY Electric
🏗️ RenovationsHome Revitalize
🪵 Decks & FencesOasis Design & Build
🗄️ Custom CabinetryDubes Custom Creations
🖌️ PaintingSummit Surfaces
🏠 Foundation & WaterproofingJR's Waterproofing & Structural Repairs
🚪 Garage DoorsJ & K Overhead Doors
🧹 Junk RemovalJunk to the Dump
🚿 Pressure WashingLalonde Pressure Washing
🔨 TradesHome Ready Pros
🐶 Dog SittingJ & B Canine Bed and Bones
🐾 In-Home Pet CareAnimal Lovers Pet Care
💇 Hair SalonRituals Salon
🌸 FloristHarris Flower Farm
🎨 Interior DesignMiller Design Management Inc.
📸 PhotographyMitchell Laframboise
❤️ VolunteerSTEGH Auxiliary
🌱 VolunteerSt. Thomas & District Horticultural Society

This is free to attend. Just grab your ticket so we have a rough headcount — and come ready to meet some really good humans. I'll be there all evening. Come say hi, ask me your mortgage questions, or just come for the community.

Thursday, March 26  ·  Doors at 5PM  ·  750 Talbot St, St. Thomas

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