Agritourism Ontario is partnering with Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS), an Ontario-based health and safety association. This collaboration is rooted in a shared commitment to fostering a safer environment in Ontario’s growing agritourism sector. Together, WSPS and Agritourism Ontario aim to raise awareness, share resources, and address key safety challenges unique to farms that welcome the public. 

“The agritourism industry blends hospitality with agriculture, creating unique safety considerations for both workers and visitors,” says Agritourism Ontario CEO, Kevin Vallier. “By working with WSPS, we’re equipping our members with the tools and knowledge they need to create safer experiences for everyone on the farm.” 

WSPS and Agritourism Ontario are committed to: 

•  Information and content sharing to promote safer agritourism workplaces 

•  Educating employers and their employees on effective health and safety strategies 

•  Event collaboration and resource distribution 

“We commend Agritourism Ontario for their leadership and dedication to safety,” says WSPS President and CEO Jody Young. “As WSPS serves both the agriculture and services sectors, we are uniquely positioned to provide our expertise and support. This partnership allows us to engage directly with agritourism operators and help them to create safer environments for their staff, guests, and larger communities.” 

Agritourism Ontario is a part of Ontario’s nearly $51 billion agri-food sector and represents a diverse network of farm-based agritourism businesses across the province, advocating for the growth and sustainability of the sector. The organization supports members through education, marketing, and policy development to ensure a vibrant and safe agritourism industry. 

WSPS is a not-for-profit organization committed to protecting Ontario’s workers and businesses. It serves more than 174,000 member firms and 4.2 million workers across the agriculture, manufacturing and services sectors. A proud partner in the province’s occupational health and safety system and a trusted safety advisor since 1917, WSPS has a rich history of making workplaces safer.

Source:  Agritourism Ontario August 13, 2025 news release