Elora Fergus Podcast
Elora Fergus Podcast
Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy and Ryan Joyce

Elora Fergus Podcast

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Welcome to the Elora Fergus Podcast!

Want to feel more connected to the place you call home? This is our essential source for on-demand community information in Fergus, Elora, and the surrounding areas.

Each short episode is packed with local stories, things to do, behind-the-scenes insights, and need-to-know news. We're here to keep you connected to the people and events that make our towns special, from the biggest festivals to the hidden gems only a local would know.
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Is Ontario Finally Done With Daylight Saving Time?
17 March 2026

Is Ontario Finally Done With Daylight Saving Time?

As British Columbia officially pulls the plug on the twice-yearly clock change, we're asking: why is Ontario still stuck in the past? This week, Ryan joins us from Aruba (where they've already figured it out) to debate why we're still "springing forward" and "falling back" in Centre Wellington. We dig into the health impacts, the historical "farming" myths, and why your sleep schedule is still at...
Snow-mageddon and the March Break Survival Guide
02 March 2026

Snow-mageddon and the March Break Survival Guide

With a record-breaking amount of snow in Ontario, Centre Wellington is officially a winter wonderland—whether we like it or not ! This week, Ryan Joyce and Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy talk about keeping sane during the deep freeze and look ahead to an action-packed March . In this episode: The Big Snow: Barb explains why she's a "snow chaser" and how this is the most snow Fergus has seen in 15 years...
Valentine Episode: Stolen Kisses and Roller Coaster Wishes
10 February 2026

Valentine Episode: Stolen Kisses and Roller Coaster Wishes

Love is in the air (along with a bit of "Love Boat" nostalgia) as Ryan Joyce and Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy celebrate Valentine's Day on the Elora Fergus Podcast . Whether you're celebrating a 76-year marriage or just trying to survive a first date, Valentine's Day is almost here! In this episode: Sweet Memories: We talk about the "worst candies on the planet"—those chalky conversation hearts—and...
Saving the Tooth of Time: The Wild True Story Behind Elora's Most Iconic Landmark
03 February 2026

Saving the Tooth of Time: The Wild True Story Behind Elora's Most Iconic Landmark

What if one of Elora's most famous natural landmarks almost disappeared forever—and was saved by an Italian explosives expert who refused to blow it up? In this episode, Pat Mestern returns to unveil the dramatic, little-known history behind the Tooth of Time. What You'll Learn The surprising tale of TWO "Teeth of Time"—one in Fergus and one in Elora (and what happened to each). Why the Elora...
Medicine, Mystery & Local Lore: The Life of Dr. Groves
20 January 2026

Medicine, Mystery & Local Lore: The Life of Dr. Groves

What if one of Fergus' most respected doctors also had one of its most shocking secrets? In this episode of the Elora Fergus Podcast, Ryan and Barb sit down with beloved local historian Pat Mestern, who brings to life the remarkable — and sometimes unbelievable — story of Dr. Abraham Groves, one of Canada's early medical pioneers and one of Fergus' most unforgettable characters. Join us as Pat...
Addie's Legacy: Love, Loss, and the Fight for a Sarcoma Cure
08 January 2026

Addie's Legacy: Love, Loss, and the Fight for a Sarcoma Cure

What does it look like to turn unimaginable loss into lasting impact? In this deeply moving episode of the Elora Fergus Podcast, Ryan and Barb sit down with Jessica Hill — mother, community advocate, and founder of Team Addy — to honour the life of her daughter Addison (Addie) and share the powerful journey that followed her diagnosis with a rare childhood cancer. This conversation is filled with...
The Lost Mammoth of Fergus: Pat Mestern Unearths a Local Mystery
09 December 2025

The Lost Mammoth of Fergus: Pat Mestern Unearths a Local Mystery

What if a nearly complete mammoth skeleton was discovered in Fergus… and then deliberately reburied — its location still unknown today? Local historian Pat Mestern joins Ryan and Barb for a jaw-dropping journey into one of the region's most mysterious and fascinating historical tales. In This Episode, You'll Learn: The unbelievable story of the mammoth (or mastodon!) skeleton discovered on the...
Elora & Fergus BIAs Light Up the Towns
28 November 2025

Elora & Fergus BIAs Light Up the Towns

Elora's 'Star-burst' lights & Fergus's Riverwalk are ready! Get all the holiday event dates, from Sip & Shops to the Santa Claus Parade! Hosts Ryan Joyce and Barb Eveleigh sit down with Melinda from the Fergus BIA and Maclean from the Elora BIA to wrap up the spooky season and jump straight into the magic of the holidays in Centre Wellington. Following the success of "Monster Month" in...
The Final Curtain: Why Riverfest Is Ending After 15 Years
25 November 2025

The Final Curtain: Why Riverfest Is Ending After 15 Years

What really brought 15 years of Riverfest to an end? In this special episode, Ryan and Barb sit down with Spencer Shewan and Mayor Shawn Watters for an open, behind-the-scenes conversation about the sudden and emotional decision to close the chapter on one of Elora's most beloved events. In this episode, you'll learn: The real economic pressures—from rising costs to shifting public spending—made...
EXCLUSIVE Preview of the Elora Centre for the Arts with Lianne Carter
11 November 2025

EXCLUSIVE Preview of the Elora Centre for the Arts with Lianne Carter

The stunning Elora Centre for the Arts has a new 3500 sq. ft. addition! Hear the surprising origin story, the 'ghost hunters' that visited, and the exciting grand reveal dates! Join Barbara Lustgarten-Evoy and Ryan Joyce as they chat with Lianne Carter, the Executive Director of the Elora Centre for the Arts, for an exclusive look at the massive progress on their expansion project . Lianne...