Annual Report 4-H ONTARIO 2020
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As I look ahead in 2021, I feel an increased sense of optimism about the future. I know that there are still challenges and uncertainties that await us, but I feel that the resilience we have cultivated this past year – learning to pivot and adapt – will serve us well. I also think the pandemic has opened possibilities of doing things differently that will ultimately increase our reach and impact as we try and refine new ways of delivering service and value. Thanks to all who have shared in this journey with me.
A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR With COVID-19, we have all gone through, and are still going through, a crisis unlike any we have seen in our lifetimes. The pandemic has had an affect on everything and everyone on the planet. The crisis is universal but our experience of it is not. The disproportionate impacts can be seen on vulnerable peoples. We know, for example, that there have been more than 4 million cries for help on the Kids Help Phone this past year, double the number of 2019. Here at 4-H, the onset of the pandemic coincided with our semi-annual Future Leaders in Action camp.
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Christine Oldfield, Executive Director
As I look ahead in 2021, I feel an increased sense of optimism about the future. I know that there are still challenges and uncertainties that await us, but I feel that the resilience we have cultivated this past year – learning to pivot and adapt – will serve us well.
Staff and volunteers arrived at Camp Kawartha only to have to turn around and head back home while the 4-H Ontario Council and Interim Executive Director had to cancel our much-anticipated Conference and Annual Meeting. It was at this point that I joined the team as the organization’s new Executive Director. As the weeks went on, our Programming Team cancelled, postponed, and ultimately pivoted our provincial offerings, and our Volunteer Support Team advised leaders about in-person meetings and supported them to run virtual ones. All the while, our Communications Team worked non-stop to ensure regular communication with our members and volunteers in what became an ever-changing landscape. Our Finance Team had to closely monitor expenses and do monthly cash flow forecasts while our Employee Engagement Specialist and I worked to support staff who were now all working from home. Our Council members worked tirelessly too, as meetings became virtual, and the many important decisions that needed to be made required these leadership volunteers to meet as often as once or twice weekly. These folks have adapted and truly modelled the ‘Learn To Do By Doing’ motto. As I am appreciative of staff, I am also thoroughly impressed with the way our volunteers and youth have adapted this year. Volunteers took on the challenge of learning new technologies and got creative in running virtual clubs, despite many barriers including the instability of rural internet. Youth took up projects to give back to their community by sewing and selling masks and visiting long term care facilities with their pets to brighten the day of the senior residents. These are just two examples of the talent, creativity, and initiative of our 4-H’ers and our 4-H leaders. I am so grateful for every single one of you. You are what makes 4-H great!
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2020 4-H ONTARIO STATISTICS Region 1 Youth: Volunteers:251 124 Region 3 Youth: Volunteers:414Region298 2 Youth: Volunteers:670 382 Region 5 Youth: Volunteers:533 238 Region 6 Youth: Volunteers:615 329 Region 4 Youth: Volunteers:871 508 The total number of members and volunteers in the 4-H program for this year is: 5,233
- Paulette Macdonald, Sudbury 4-H Club Leader
“ As a Leader, I was extremely satisfied with the personal development I saw among the participants, their commitment to home activities as well as their ability to critically analyze various situations.”
By Paulette Macdonald, Sudbury 4-H Club Leader
In 2020, Sudbury District members were offered the opportunity to participate in this new project online. An invitation to intermediate and senior participants increased the likelihood of their attending. As a key Leader, I discovered that participants and volunteers enthusiastically engaged with the material in virtual space even as they were required to lockdown and while adapting to the “new norm.” They were seeking ways to remain connected to their 4-H community and meet new friends. Equally important to the success of the project was the peer support that participants experienced in what they felt was a welcoming and safe space. For instance, one of their first tasks was to establish the safety and etiquette protocols that would create a sense of inclusivity and belonging. Since the participants and volunteers established mutual goals and decided that the motto “Learn To Do By Doing” would guide us as a team, I found that the youth looked forward to attending, participating and completing home activities.
Participants expressed many positive experiences such as learning job market vocabulary which increased their self-confidence, learning about themselves as they discovered their transitional skillsets, how to research job market tools, building a career portfolio that would grow with them and finally, creating a quality résumé. As a Leader, I was extremely satisfied with the personal development I saw among the participants, their commitment to home activities as well as their ability to critically analyze various situations. I am pleased to report that all participants were hired in 2020!
The Careers Project is an exploration of the current labour market and helps participants gain new perspectives on today’s job search strategies and how to knowledgeably navigate a rapidly changing economy. Participants explore their own skillsets and values, and gain an appreciation for postgraduate career options whether they are in high school or any level of education. The objectives are to gain critical thinking, communication and leadership skills. Participants also discover their fields of interest, build a “tool box” of job-related techniques, interview skills and a quality résumé.
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THANK YOU to our sponsors and donors. Although programs were cancelled in the traditional format, you continued to support 4-H and allowed your funds to be used in different areas. Your support is truly Andappreciated.lastly,THANK YOU to an amazing Board of Directors. You have all gone above and beyond this year, with additional meetings, training and having to make some hard decisions, all via Zoom. For some, it has not been easy, but you persevered, worked together as a cohesive unit and supported each other. It has been an honour to work with each and every one of you!
A ‘year like no other’ is going into its second iteration in 2021 and 4-H Ontario has weathered the ups and downs in amazing ways. A big THANK YOU to all the 4-H volunteers and members and their parents. Without you at the grassroots level, we would not be able to run this amazing program. Thank you for being so flexible, adaptable and resilient in finding ways to continue to offer and participate in various clubs across the to our amazing staff! Our programming team was quick to respond to the provincial restrictions in March 2020 and started to adapt programming to an online format with Online Explore 4-H Project and Cloverbuds At Home Experience. They continued to adapt programming throughout the year. The Communications team has done an amazing job keeping us up to date on changing regulations throughout the year and showcasing your successes on social media as well as creating a new website. The Volunteer and Community Engagement team kept us on track, on-boarding new volunteers, helping us continue with our association meetings, regional jam sessions and helping us deal with any issues that arose. The Finance and Administration team closely watched our finances throughout the year, with the unknown of what the year would bring and they have also facilitated the repairs to the office from damage last winter. Our Corporate Giving and Philanthropy team kept in communication with our sponsors and donors to give them updates on how the year was progressing. Thank you for your dedication to reaching out to our sponsors! Finally, our Leadership and Support team, supported the rest of staff with encouragement, acted as a sounding board, and brought the whole team together weekly in a virtual format, so everyone knew what each other was doing. What a first year for our Executive Director, Christine Oldfield, to start as our ED. And what an amazing job that she has done!
Cheryl Sullivan, President Ontario 4-H Council A FROM THE ONTARIO 4-H COUNCIL PRESIDENT
The evening that I wrote this report, I had the privilege of watching the 4-H Canada Leadership Awards. What an honour to watch one of our youth, Matthew Sterling, receive a L.E.A.D. Scholarship in the Science and Technology pillar. What an outstanding youth in our 4-H Community. Congratulations! It was also an honour to watch one of our volunteers, Carol Williams receive the 2020 National Volunteer Leader of the Year Award. What an achievement to be nominated by your 4-H Youth members. Congratulations! As well, the Honourable Lyle Vanclief was presented with the 2020 Distinguished Alumni Award. Congratulations! I have enjoyed being your President this past year and look forward to what 2021-22 will bring. I would like to commend everyone – volunteers, members, staff, sponsors/donors and your Board Directors - on living up to the 4-H motto in 2020-21 ‘Learn To Do By Doing’! You are all an inspiration! I would like to commend everyone – volunteers, members, staff, sponsors/ donors and your Board Directors - on living up to the 4-H motto in 2020-21 ‘Learn To Do By Doing’!
4-H ASSOCIATION STATISTICS Association MembersYouth ParticipantsCloverbud TotalInvolvedYouth Volunteers Association Representative Algoma 10 10 9 Emily Tremblay KenoraCochrane 32 32 18 Linda Debney Manitoulin 22 12 34 15 Rachel Skippen Muskoka 15 ParryNipissingSound 9 Rainy River 38 3 41 22 Chantelle Teeple Sudbury 51 20 71 21 Paulette Macdonald Temiskaming 43 43 11 Elaine Bowman Thunder Bay 20 20 4 Claire Belluz Carleton 123 9 132 72 Cheryl Sullivan Dundas 43 1 44 29 Heather McDiarmid Frontenac 61 61 39 Sonia Nuttall Glengarry 30 30 20 Jakob Vogel Grenville 37 37 35 Sharon Halpenny Lanark 53 53 37 Melissa Renaud (Ferguson) Leeds 18 7 25 25 Denise Kelly Prescott 22 22 18 Valerie Allen Renfrew 103 19 122 38 Barb Scott Cole Russell 37 37 21 Lois James Stormont 76 31 107 48 Jennifer Waldroff Durham East 43 6 49 52 Brad Found Durham West 68 5 73 38 Robert Ashton Hastings 40 40 33 Rebecca Posthumus Kawartha HaliburtonLakes- 74 74 49 Edna White Lennox & Addington 10 10 24 Lori Caughey Northumberland 63 63 27 Fred Sharpe Peterborough 30 30 40 Kelsey Verboom Prince Edward 46 29 75 35 Lynn Ward York 20 2 22 31 Carrie Purcell Brant 105 18 123 44 Lesleigh Elgie Dufferin 15 15 14 Brenda Lothmann Haldimand 42 42 59 Dawn Turnbull Halton 31 5 36 26 Christine Wilkinson Hamilton-Wentworth 67 5 72 38 Doug Melia Niagara 39 39 42 Mike Chechalk Norfolk 64 24 88 27 Anna Van der Steege North Simcoe 16 1 17 30 Donna Van Der Heyden Peel 30 22 52 39 Lindsay Bebbington South Simcoe 89 17 106 53 Kelly Young Waterloo 110 110 49 John Drummond Wellington 146 3 149 56 Jennifer Pollock Bruce 82 82 44 Alec Martin Grey 182 182 71 Brian O’Neill Huron 42 42 52 Darrell Bergsma Perth 202 25 227 71 Erica Murray Chatham-Kent 93 20 113 73 Dennis Carnegie Elgin 52 52 37 Andy McTaggart Essex 32 32 34 Jeffrey Stratichuk Lambton 64 64 44 Debbie Coke Middlesex 187 13 200 75 Laurie Farquharson Oxford 153 1 154 66 Mardine Pelders Total: 3020 286 3306 1882 5Region2Region1RegionRegion3Region4Region6 President Cheryl Sullivan Past President Dennis Carnegie Vice President Darrell Bergsma Director at Large Elaine Bowman Ontario 4-H Council 2020 Board of Directors Board Members Doug Melia Jeff DonnaStratichukVanDer Heyden Laurie Farquharson Erica EdnaEmilyMurrayTremblayWhite Director - Youth Nicole French Ontario Representative to the 4-H Canada Youth Advisory Council Logan Emiry Chair John den Haan Vice Chair/Secretary Kim Turnbull Past Chair Brian Little Treasurer John Mayes Trustees Karen Daynard Barry Fraser Patty BillBeverlyStuartEdwardNaomiLasbyLutesMorwickBuddAgarZwambag *Please note: two indigenous community volunteers and one unassigned volunteer are also included in the volunteer total. Ontario 4-H Foundation 2020 Board of Trustees 2020 6 4-H Ontario | 2020 Annual Report
The Community Engagement & Communications pillar provides opportunities for youth to get involved in their community as active, engaged leaders to help affect positive change within Canada and across the globe. A century ago, 4-H youth were a strong force within our country’s primary economic sector: agriculture. Today, it’s no different—in fact, 4-H has grown and gained further reach. In recognition of 4-H as a global program, 4-H has expanded to include a focus on sustainable agricultural practices, as well as the vital importance of food security both at home and abroad. This is the focus for the Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security pillar.
4-H Ontario’s programs and activities create opportunities for youth to succeed by letting them focus on exploration and self-discovery. 4-H’ers are catalysts for change and drivers of innovation in science and technology. Engaging young people in hands-on science and technologybased projects is the focus of the Science & Technology 4-H leadership development pillar.
ABOUT THE 4-H LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PILLARS
4-H in Canada is uniquely equipped to deliver engaging and high-quality national programs that foster positive youth development. Programming, at the local, provincial and national levels, is organized within four leadership development pillars: Community Engagement & Communication
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This club definitely allowed the members to see different things that they never would have experienced with ‘in person’ meetings.
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- Jakob Vogel, Glengarry Vet Club Leader
“ Executive Director Christine Oldfield Executive Assistant Danette Woodworth Employee Engagement Specialist Jocelyn Wells Interim Manager, Philanthropy Shannon Muir Manager, Communications Sheena Switzer Communications Assistant Emma Curtis Manager, Finance Dale Roberts Office Administrator Marissa Mallais Senior Manager, Programming Marianne Fallis Coordinator, Programming & Resources Elizabeth Johnston Coordinator, Programming TBD Coordinator, Events Kathryn Lambert Digital Program Support Autumn Unwin Senior Manager, Volunteer and Community Engagement Evelyn Chambers Coordinator, Database Joanne McQueen VS Digital Resources Ariana Van Oostveen Coordinators, Volunteer Support:Indigenous EngagementCommunity Genevieve Solda Region 1 & 2 Cam Crogie Region 3 & 4 Faith Kirk Region 5 & 6 Stephanie Richardson
The sudden shift to virtual programming left many individuals feeling hopeless and dissatisfied with the same boring Zoom meetings over and over again. Therefore, in order to get the youth involved in the online aspect, Jakob and his fellow volunteers included some fun quizzes, games and team activities to keep the youth interested. Most importantly, they made sure to team up with some veterinarians that were truly passionate about their profession, to keep the youth engaged. Having the opportunity to invite high quality speakers to attend meetings was the clear motivator for the volunteers.
The Glengarry Vet Club started because of the overwhelming desire to learn more about animals. Knowing that they wanted to introduce some new and different clubs for the youth in the county, the Glengarry Association knew it would become a big hit because of the consistent interest in their Dairy clubs. Therefore, having a club to further dive into the topic of animals was the perfect idea. Due to the impacts of COVID-19 and the social distancing restrictions put in place, the Glengarry Vet Club, like many others, had to transition to virtual programming. Rather than dwelling on the unfortunate events of not being able to operate as usual, Jakob Vogel and the other volunteers from the Vet Club decided to make the most of it.
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“This club definitely allowed the members to see different things that they would have never experienced with “in person” meetings,” says Jakob, Glengarry Vet Club Volunteer Leader.
Get out of your comfort zone, no matter what the topic is! Do some research and reach out to people from outside of your region. We were pleasantly surprised at the willingness of total strangers to talk with our members about chickens, sheep and other animals!
Taking advantage of the virtual format allowed the club to work with veterinarians from Southwestern Ontario, Prince Edward Island and even all the way in Australia! This club has made a tremendous impact on the youth in Glengarry. They are able to ask questions about specialties they would not have had the chance to learn about before.
“Keep things short and sweet, maximum hour and a half for meeting. Get out of your comfort zone, no matter what the topic is! Do some research and reach out to people from outside of your region. We were pleasantly surprised at the willingness of total strangers to talk with our members about chickens, sheep and other animals! Utilize the tools that are available and the resources that are already put in place through the virtual 4-H Leaders group on Facebook.”
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Although it’s extremely understandable why some individuals may be hesitant to venture into the online aspects of 4-H, Jakob shares some advice to keep things fun for the youth while online:
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4-H YOUTH Total 4-H Ontario Members 3306In 2020: Over 50% of youth in the 4-H program live in rural Ontario In total 4,170 was the total youth enrollment in agriculture, science and technology Projects The Online Explore 4-H Project and the Cloverbud At Home Experience had a total of 289 youth register for the experiences 443 youth registered online for 4-H Ontario 295 youth and leaders participated in the Go For The Gold program 90% of youth ranked the youth leader training webinar as excellent or very good 10 4-H Ontario | 2020 Annual Report
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With support from other associations and 4-H Ontario, Rebecca and her peers believe that spreading the word about these virtual clubs is vital to having members know about it and get excited to join and participate in the Additionally,project. Rebecca says, “it has been amazing to see some members, who may not have attended regional or provincial events before, making friends from around the province.” A very important aspect of virtual programming that the young people have benefited from has been the relationships with members that may not have been created otherwise. From amazing guest speakers to new friendships, the virtual format has proved to be impactful for the youth in Hastings 4-H Association.
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“ “ “ “ It has been amazing to see some members, who may not have attended regional or provincial events before, making friends from around the province.
Through word of mouth, effective planning and posting on social media, their “Milk Makes It Better Project” more than doubled in size.
- Rebecca Posthumus, Hastings 4-H Association Volunteer
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From amazing guest speakers to new friendships, the virtual format has proved to be impactful for the youth in 4-H Hastings Association. - Rebecca Posthumus, Hastings 4-H Association Volunteer
The feedback from the members has been very positive over the last year. The young people quickly learned to appreciate the independence that came along with virtual learning. Often before COVID-19, there would be challenges with larger groups, having to share and make sure everyone gets a chance to complete a portion of the activity. Meanwhile, with an online learning experience, each participant gets the opportunity to go through the whole activity, with guidance from their leaders and peers.
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Although the idea of having in-person activities is so greatly appealing to 4-H’ers across the province, many associations have been able to really thrive with virtual clubs this past year and into a new one. Hastings 4-H Association Volunteer Rebecca Posthumus and her fellow co-leaders started to brainstorm some ideas when the pandemic first began, in order to give opportunities to the youth. However, what they imagined to be a short-term thing turned into many virtual projects that are constantly growing bigger and better.
Although challenging at first, the Hastings leaders used the 4-H community to foster traction around their online clubs.
On behalf of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, I am pleased to offer greetings to the members of 4-H Ontario in your 2020 Annual Report.
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DFO understands the importance of encouraging and valuing our youth now and in the future and is committed to helping 4-H Ontario continue to provide the programs and activities our youth have relied on for generations. In fact, many dairy farmers, dairy producer committee members and board members were involved in 4-H Ontario and can attribute their success, in part, to the valuable skills they learned in its Nowprograms.more than ever, supporting our communities is critical and our youth need to be prepared for the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead. It is through robust 4-H training that our youth will have the skills needed to lead Canada’s agricultural sector into the future. DFO is a proud and committed sponsor of a number of 4-H programming, including the Provincial 4-H Leadership Camp and the 4-H Dairy Classic at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.
FROM THE ONTARIO MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS
The Honourable Ernie Hardeman Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
I recognize the significant contributions that rural communities make to the economy. The government will continue to put rural Ontario at the forefront to help ensure communities can improve their competitiveness and attract investment.
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Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) is proud to support the industry’s future leaders and ensure they have the right skills for success. By participating in 4-H Ontario programs, our youth make a positive difference in our communities through their leadership, dedication and commitment.
During this unprecedented time, I am encouraged by your dedication to provide unique and safe agricultural experiences for youth across the province.
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DFO is looking forward to working with 4-H Ontario and further strengthening our relationship. It is through our collective work that our sector, economy and rural communities will continue to innovate and thrive. DFO also recognizes the contributions of the many volunteers and supporters who provide mentoring, development and training so our youth can reach their full potential and ensure they are ready and equipped to be tomorrow’s leaders. It is why DFO is proud to recognize 4-H Ontario for being one of the most valued and respected youth organizations in the country.
OMAFRA is proud to sponsor this work.
Murray Sherk, Chair Dairy Farmers of Ontario 4-H is an agriculturecommunitiesandwellskillsincontributorimportantandpartnerdevelopingleadershipinyoungpeople,asasanunderstandingappreciationforruralandthesector.
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I recognize the hard work and dedication of 4-H’s board members, staff and volunteers. At such a challenging time, 4-H is an important contributor and partner in developing leadership skills in young people, as well as an understanding and appreciation for rural communities and the agriculture Workingsector. to build the capacity of young leaders to make an impact in their rural community is more important than ever. Your commitment to this, by offering engaging, experiential learning opportunities, through a range of projects where participants will become catalysts for communityled development and environmental sustainability is commendable.
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something to keep people occupied during the pandemic. “I want the club to be more than just writing letters. I want to incorporate educational pieces on topics like dementia that I know are really tough”, says Kaitlin Mckay, “I want the youth to have a ‘through their eyes’ experience, in order to be able to understand the emphasis more.” As the greater population continues to age and all the baby boomers are going into long-term care, it is crucial that all young people know how to work with them.
Kaitlin and the rest of the “Adopt a Grandparent Club” wanted to emphasize the impact of a small act of kindness and appreciation. We all know that it has been a tough year and these small acts of humanity can go so far and also have a positive impact of society as a whole.
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Being able to start running this club during COVID-19 in general is pretty significant. Everyone is dealing with the same emotions, and it does not matter who they are, but kids are grieving their childhood and elderly are grieving their time the most. Kaitlin found that both the children and the elderly were eager to help each other with this project and to learn to appreciate others. Additionally, both demographics are heavily relying on the middle demographic to be their decision makers, therefore much of the time they are in similar positions in society.
With the opportunity of the new year and news of vaccinations swirling around, we are all trying to hold on to hope that something better is around the corner. Although it is extremely important that we do not disregard the tragedy of our current cultural climate and those who have lost loved ones, we should all take some time to reflect and find some light surrounding us right Recently,now.I had the opportunity to chat (virtually, of course) with Kaitlin Mckay, who is currently leading a club in Dufferin 4-H that seeks to outline the importance of communication and connection during hard times. Kaitlin and her fellow leaders have developed an “Adopt a Grandparent Club,” where they have the youth connected with a member of an Adult Daycare program as pen pals. The idea for this club first came up because Kaitlin works at the VON Huron Perth in Stratford within the Adult Daycare program. She explained how she was at work one day, thinking about how drastically the program had to shift due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the severe sense of isolation that the seniors were experiencing. Kaitlin came up with the idea to connect the seniors with the younger population, not only to keep them entertained in shutdown, but to develop relationships between two age groups.
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The “Adopt a Grandparent Club” goes much deeper than just Dufferin Adopt a “ “ I want the club to be more than just writing letters. I want to incorporate educational pieces on topics like dementia that I know are really tough... I want the youth to have a ‘through their eyes’ experience, in order to be able to understand the emphasis more.
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ONTARIO 4-H COUNCIL SUMMARY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION DECEMBER 31, 2020 2020 2019 $ $ ASSETS CURRENT ASSETS Cash 178,034 93,671 Investments, unrestricted 76,583 161,689 Investments, restricted 626,023 705,062 Accounts receivable 266,889 200,162 Prepaid expenses 63,807 49,499 1,211,336 1,210,083 CAPITAL ASSETS 419,471 442,935 INTANGIBLE ASSETS 80,065 13,131 1,710,872 1,666,149 LIABILITIES CURRENT LIABILITIES Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 105,436 89,641 Deferred contributions 343,220 386,709 Deferred revenues 34,177 0 Current portion of long term debt 20,253 20,253 Current portion of obligations under capital lease 9,592 8,807 Due to Ontario 4-H Foundation 1,200 1,485 513,878 506,895 LONG TERM DEBT 222,784 243,038 OBLIGATIONS UNDER CAPITAL LEASE 6,396 14,220 743,058 764,153 NET ASSETS OperatingUNRESTRICTEDFund 341,791 196,934 INTERNALLY RESTRICTED Contingency Fund 580,000 580,000 Building Maintenance Fund 9,521 9,416 Strategic Initiative Fund 36,502 115,646 967,814 901,996 1,710,872 1,666,149 14 4-H Ontario | 2020 Annual Report
ONTARIO 4-H COUNCIL SUMMARY STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 2020 2019 $ $ REVENUE Grants 759,753 777,662 4-H youth memberships 318,925 501,585 Government wage subsidies 248,489 0 Sponsorships 205,091 433,324 Investment income 12,105 26,234 Contributions from 4-H Foundation 8,000 66,000 Program revenue 4,246 66,360 Other 3,944 3,731 Volunteer support services 0 31,567 1,560,553 1,906,463 EXPENDITURES Youth program and communications 403,113 608,877 Administration 380,565 400,999 Volunteer support services 304,633 488,482 General operating expenses 213,178 162,848 Funding support 121,721 134,229 Building and facility costs 36,892 50,305 Amortization, capital assets 21,027 21,645 Amortization, assets under capital lease 9,593 6,954 Interest, capital lease 2,656 2,021 Amortization, intangible assets 1,357 0 1,494,735 1,876,360 EXCESS OF REVENUE OVER EXPENDITURES 65,818 30,103 The complete audited financial statements of Ontario 4-H Council are available upon request by contacting the organization. 4-H Ontario | 2020 Annual Report 15
ONTARIO 4-H FOUNDATION SUMMARY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION DECEMBER 31, 2020 2020 2019 $ $ ASSETS CURRENT ASSETS Cash and cash equivalents 93,203 47,478 Investments 2,540,556 2,390,475 Accounts receivable 10,015 2,300 Government remittances receivable 5,055 6,653 Due from Ontario 4-H Council 1,200 1,485 Prepaid expenses 2,285 2,196 2,652,314 2,450,587 FUNDS INVESTED FOR OTHERS 338,631 344,325 2,990,945 2,794,912 LIABILITIES CURRENT LIABILITIES Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 9,645 11,278 Deferred contributions 10,480 1,905 20,125 13,183 FUNDS INVESTED FOR OTHERS 338,631 344,325 358,756 357,508 NET ASSETS UNRESTRICTED OPERATING FUND 63,997 34,723 GENERAL ENDOWMENT FUND 1,109,168 950,106 RESTRICTED ENDOWED FUNDS 1,459,024 1,452,575 2,632,189 2,437,404 2,990,945 2,794,912 16 4-H Ontario | 2020 Annual Report
ONTARIO 4-H FOUNDATION SUMMARY STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS AND CHANGES IN NET ASSETS YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, Unrestricted2020 GeneralRestrictedDecemberDecember Operating EndowmentEndowed 2020 2019 Fund Fund Funds Total Total $ $ $ $ $ REVENUE Donated life insurance(CSV) 0 0 2,353 2,353 3,690 Donations 0 21,280 60,072 81,352 92,745 Golf tournaments 21,125 0 0 21,125 118,527 Investment gain 870 85,977 104,865 191,712 201,687 Administration fees 14,071 0 0 14,071 0 36,066 107,257 167,290 310,613 416,649 DISBURSEMENTS Golf tournaments 2,068 0 0 2,068 44,035 Investment fees 0 13,067 18,452 31,519 8,989 Marketing and administrative 11,713 0 1,980 13,693 17,614 Professional fees 36,115 0 0 36,115 27,537 Program disbursements 8,000 0 24,433 32,433 73,685 57,896 13,067 44,865 115,828 171,860 EXCESS OF REVENUE OVER REVENUES)(DISBURSEMENTSDISBURSEMENTSOVER (21,830) 94,190 122,425 194,785 244,789 NET ASSETS, BEGINNING 34,723 950,106 1,452,575 2,437,404 2,192,615 INTERFUND TRANSFERS 51,104 64,872 (115,976) 0 0 NET ASSETS, ENDING 63,997 1,109,168 1,459,024 2,632,189 2,437,404 The complete audited financial statements of Ontario 4-H Foundation are available upon request by contacting the organization. 4-H Ontario | 2020 Annual Report 17
The past year was one for the history books; a year that saw our world and our day-to-day lives altered in challenging and unpredictable ways. More than ever before, we all felt the importance of co-operation, flexibility, resilience, and community, as we sought to forge ahead and find new ways stay connected while keeping our friends, our family members, and our communities safe.
Gay Lea Foods would like to commend the staff, volunteers and supporters of 4-H Ontario for their ability to adapt to these challenges by finding new ways to provide support, structure and positive development opportunities for young people in Ontario in 2020, despite the challenges presented by COVID-19.
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As I reflect on the challenging events of 2020, I find myself ever-more impressed by the resilience of so many or our province’s vital organizations. It’s no surprise that 4-H Ontario is one of those stalwart institutions that has stood the test of time. All of the staff members, volunteers, and young leaders who worked tirelessly to adjust to the changes of the past 12 months truly exemplify the extraordinary nature of 4-H, and our local communities.
On behalf of the entire Ontario Mutuals family, I’d like to wish 4-H Ontario another year of success.
The roots of both our organizations are connected, as many of our own directors, employees, and policyholders are current or former 4-H’ers. Although we look forward to a return to in-person events, we know that 4-H Ontario will continue to bring valuable programming to the young leaders of our province through both good, and challenging, times.
Rob Goodwill, Chair Gay Lea Foods Co-operative Limited
We’re very proud to be a top corporate supporter of 4-H Ontario along with our friends at Farm Mutual Re. We maintain a mutual enthusiasm for community, leadership, learning, and a connection to heritage. We know that the clearest path to a prosperous future is built on the successes of the past, coupled with an openness to the true value of change. We were especially impressed to see how our sponsorship of the Go For the Gold competition was adapted into a wellexecuted virtual event.
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This type of leadership and co-operative spirit will be critically important in the months and years ahead as we work to rebuild our communities and our economy, and Gay Lea Foods is pleased to recognize and offer its continued support to 4-H as it continues to develop youth and the next generation of community and agricultural leaders in Ontario.
John Taylor, President Ontario Mutual Insurance Association
4-H Summit Club - $500,000 + Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Diamond $40,000 + Ontario Mutual Insurance Association Dairy Farmers of Ontario Kubota Canada Ltd. Trillium Mutual Insurance Silver $10,000 + Corteva Agriscience Gay Lea Foods Co-operative Limited Shur-GainSeCan Syngenta Canada Inc. Bronze $2,500 + Animal-Pro Products Inc Baker Tilly GWD Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show Limited EastGen Enterprise Holdings Farm Boy Productions Grand River Raceway -The Grand River Agricultural Society Holstein Canada John Deere Canada Miller Thomson LLP The Shaver & Cranston Family Foundation Turkey Farmers of Ontario Gold $25,000 + Bayer CropScience Canada Beef Farmers of Ontario Farm Mutual Re GROWMARK, Inc. Peavey Mart Emerald $1,000 + BMO Financial Group Burnbrae Farms Ltd Canadian Association of Farm Advisors Cargill Animal Nutrition, Division of Cargill DeLavalLimited Inc. Egg Farmers of Ontario Grain Farmers of Ontario Grober Nutrition Hensall Co-op Menard Kinkaid Wealth Management Nachurs Alpine Solutions Ontario Agri Business Association Ontario Dairy Youth Trust Fund Ontario Federation of Agriculture Valent Canada *We appreciate all donations and have made a concerted effort to include every recognition and correct spelling as of the time of printing. These amazing Corporations and Organizations partnered with 4-H to provide positive youth leadership development programming and for their contribution, we say “Thank-You.” 4-H Ontario | 2020 Annual Report 19
The Real Impact of 4-H - Region 5
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When COVID-19 first hit in March of 2020, the Grey 4-H Association leaders of the dairy, sheep, rabbit and mechanics clubs met via Zoom to figure out a way to proceed in order to give the members the best experience possible in these challenging times. Brian O’Neill and his fellow volunteers decided to purchase a Zoom membership with the sponsorship they had received from The Ontario Dairy Youth Trust Fund. The volunteers then reached out to their previous members, promising a fully virtual experience and no guarantee of livestock showing. They received an overwhelmingly positive response from their youth, with numbers of participants actually rising with two of the clubs. The volunteers wanted to make the experience as positive as possible, so they asked the youth what they wanted to learn about during their meetings. The virtual formatting allowed for more unique possibilities than ever before. The Wiarton rabbit club and sheep club were able to work in conjunction with other leaders across the province and the dairy club had guests coming from across Ontario, British Columbia and even Australia. Being provided with great resources provided from gracious industry partners like EastGen and Holstein Canada, the 4-H Wiarton clubs were able to make the most out of their online experiences this last year. Additionally, they were able to get members participating from all across Ontario in their virtual dairy and sheep shows.
The members saw the leaders were learning right along with them... this mutual level of trust between leaders and the youth created a safe and fun environment.
- Brian O’Neill, Grey 4-H Association Representative
BuildingHope & Through Virtual “ConnectionExperiences“
The Ontario 4-H Foundation administers four historical funds. The following donors’ legacy lives on through their support of positive youth leadership development: Adam Lynch Memorial 4-H Award
“Most importantly, the members saw the leaders were learning right along with them”, says Brian O’Neill, Grey 4-H Association Representative. “The leaders were not always familiar with online technology and sometimes relied on their senior members to help meetings run smoothly.” This mutual level of trust between leaders and the youth created a safe and fun environment, where the young people would say to themselves that “if the leaders can try new things and are pushing themselves out of their comfort zones, then we can as well.” Thus, in a time of total uncertainty, both the youth and the volunteers just jumped in and did something they were passionate about.
The Ontario 4-H Foundation Endowment Fund Portfolio includes a General Endowment Fund, 51 Local 4-H Association Endowment Funds and Named Endowment Funds that benefit 4-H Youth Programming across the Province. These 4-H Association Endowment Funds received memorial and tribute donations in 2020: Future Designated Funds
Hay West National Opportunities
John Larmer Paul Larmer
Clark Family (2021) Martens Family (2021) Biermans Family (2022) Glenn Family (2026) THANK YOU FOR HELPING US ENSURE 4-H IS FOREVER. Aboriginal 4-H Association LeedsLambtonHamilton-WentworthHaltonChatham-KentBruceBrant4-H PeterboroughPerthPeelNorthumberlandNorthNorfolkMiddlesexManitoulinSimcoe South YorkWellingtonWaterlooTemiskamingSudburySimcoe 4-H Ontario | 2020 Annual Report 21
Bequeathed to 4-H
Sharon Goulding David Larmer
& Susan Cameron Elwood Dunford Family Henrike Foerster Memorial 4-H Scholarship Hugh Mitchell/ Western Fair Francis & Jean McKinlay Legacy Catherine Gilfillan Justin Parish Memorial Beeler Family 4-H Ontario O’Neil (Waterford) Ltd. Rudy & Alvina Krall Scott Van Kampen and Don McCutcheon Memorial Scholarship Fund Stanley Knapp Resource Development
Rob & Julie Black
With online programming the Wiarton 4-H clubs have had the opportunity to hear from presenters from all over the province and the world, become familiar with industry resources that were provided, and push each other out of their comfort zones in order to come up with new topics and ideas. Also, through social media and the 4-H Online Facebook Group, Wiarton was able to connect with a member from Temiskaming, who then decided to take some of their virtual clubs. Consequently, the members were able to develop friendships with other participants outside of the county, further developing a passion for future in-person 4-H experiences like camps or conferences. Lastly, many families have since reached out explaining how grateful they are that their children had the opportunity to be involved right now, and how hopeful it has been for them.
Donor Designated Funds Al & Pat Robson Family Legacy Amber Underwood Memorial 4-H News Competition Award Bertram & Hazel Stewart 4-H Dairy Youth Education Award & Bursary David Perrin Memorial 4-H Farm Safety
Donor
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Wayne McCausland Memorial William Basil Kelly Dairy Club Bursary
The Foundation also manages funds for Local Associations as well as the Junior Farmers Association of Ontario. The Foundation has been actively encouraging the greater use of endowed funds by Local Associations in their community 4-H programs. In 2020, Local Associations use of these funds nearly tripled to more than $20,732. Many worthwhile projects were funded at the local level including enabling virtual meetings.
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A number of trustees will be completing their terms. Thanks to Brian Little and Barry Fraser for sharing your skills and knowledge over the past years. Your contribution to the Foundation and 4-H is much appreciated. A special thank you to all the Trustees for the time and effort you have given to 4-H during these changing times. Thanks also to the efforts of Brian Little and the nomination Committee on recruiting new Trustees.
Last but not least, thank you to Council and staff for your work during these challenging times. Since this will be my final report as Chair of the Foundation, it has been a pleasure getting to know and work with many passionate people involved in the 4-H program to help continue to make 4-H a sustainable program. FROM THE ONTARIO 4-H FOUNDATION CHAIR
John den Haan, Chair, Ontario 4-H Foundation
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Looking back over 2020 it has been a year that will go down in history. We have new terms like social bubble, virtual meetings, coronavirus, self isolation, lock down, just to name a few, not to forget Zoom meetings or “you’re on mute.” There are Trustees and staff that have not met each other in person.
The Foundation continues to work with potential donors to establish new Donor Designated Funds as well as reaching out to current donors. The Outreach Committee has begun virtual meetings with potential donors. The outcome has been quite positive as we all adjust to a new reality. The Foundation also has been actively contacting donors with long established funds to consider whether the original purposes of these funds are in line with the changing needs of 4-H in Ontario. Unfortunately the two golf tournaments were cancelled in 2020. In the past, this has been the Foundation’s main fundraiser. Plans are under way to have two Covid friendly golf tournaments this year. The first will be May 27th at Victoria Park East in Guelph and the second temporary date and location is June 10th at Anderson Links near Ottawa. Stay posted for further updates as details are finalized.
Throughout all this, the Ontario 4-H Foundation has been able to fulfill its role which is to raise funds and grow the Endowment Fund as well as manage the many funds held by the Foundation. Thanks to everyone’s support in various ways, your contribution will help benefit the programming of 4-H Ontario.
The past year has been a roller coaster ride regarding investments. The year started out strong and then with Covid the investment market came crashing down. This created a lot of uncertainty as far as revenue was concerned. Some payments were deferred to 2021 and expenses were kept to a minimum. Thanks to our investment managers Leith Wheeler and their investment advice, our investments rebounded dramatically in November and December to end the year with an audited rate of return on investment net of fees of 8.32%. Through all this, our Foundation Endowment General fund managed to exceed $1,000,000 for the first time at the end of 2020.
That provided funding support to 4-H Ontario
2020 was a challenging year that tested the strength of the 4-H movement in Canada, and I’m proud to see how 4-H Ontario has taken this challenge and turned it into an opportunity to continue delivering positive youth development across the province. Through this challenging year we know that youth need 4-H more than ever.
Programs like Leap into Leadership, the virtual Volunteer Conference, and self-guided online projects are giving youth access to educational materials and experiences that build them up into the leaders of tomorrow by infusing them with compassion, drive, and the raw skills needed to make a difference in Canada and the world.
Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada CanadianBASF National Railway Farm Credit Canada SyngentaSaputo Canada Inc. TransCanada NATIONAL PARTNERS OF 4-H CANADA
All of these virtual programming options wouldn’t be possible without the commitment, drive, ingenuity, and dedication from 4-H Ontario staff, volunteer leaders and our partners and sponsors across the country.
4-H Canada will continue to collaborate with, and support 4-H Ontario, and each of our provinces to develop current and relevant programming and policies while ensuring consistent standards are applied all levels of 4-H.
- SHANNON BENNER
Moving forward into 2021 we will be further challenged to meet the needs of the age, but we will meet those challenges together – as a unified movement
To find out more about 4-H Canada, please visit our website at 4-h-canada.ca and connect with us on social media @4hCanada.
– and come out stronger and more connected than ever before and 4-H Ontario is helping to lead the way. With nearly 25,000 youth members, over 7,600 leaders, and 1,900 clubs – 4-H in Canada is an important part of the fabric of this country, and the agriculture sector. Our movement helps to build vibrant and thriving communities through our youth, our leaders, and their collective local impacts. We, at 4-H Canada, are looking forward to working closely and collaboratively in the coming year and beyond to help increase the strength of our movement in Ontario and from coast to coast. To all members and leaders of 4-H – I want to thank you for your hard work, commitment, and perseverance through 2020. Our hands on approach has never been more relevant – and many hands make light work. Here’s to a successful 2020 and an even better 2021. FROM 4-H CANADA’S CEO
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Shannon Benner, 4-H Canada CEO
“The support that the community has shown to our club over the years has always been much appreciated, we are very fortunate to have so many organizations come forward to help our 4-H club do good things! “ Says Sheila. “With all that is happening in 2020 we felt it was a good time to give back.”
The Real Impact of 4-H - 6 Ilderton 4-H Beef Club Gives Back
We wanted to show our 4-H members that it is important to give back to your community whenever you get the chance... With all that is happening in 2020 we felt it was a good time to give back.
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- Sheila Hodgins, Ilderton Beef Club Leader
The Ilderton 4-H Beef Club would like to extend thanks to Zurich Meats and Zehrs Country Market for helping them get the supplies, in order to make their donation possible.
Ilderton 4-H Beef Club has been a part of the Ilderton community since the 1950s. This year the club had around 25 participants, consisting of both new and returning members, from all different demographics.
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In such times of uncertainty and frustration, it is only natural to be consumed by worry about how our lives are changing so drastically. However, particularly in these times, it becomes even more important to understand what you do have, instead of focusing on what you don’t. Hopefully, a story of gratitude and from a local 4-H Ontario association will encourage you to take a moment to reflect on all of the things you are thankful Thefor.
Ilderton 4-H Beef Club leaders Ann Scott, Sheila Hodgins, Steve Bloomfield, and Kevin Lee explained that in years past, the Beef Club would help have helped the Ilderton Agricultural society clean out horse stalls after horse shows in Ilderton. However, due to COVID-19, this was not able to happen. Instead, this year the club decided to donate to the Alisa Craig food bank. “There are a lot of families who rely on the work of the food bank”, says one Beef Club leader, Sheila Hodgins. “We wanted to show our 4-H members that it is important to give back to your community whenever you get the chance.”
*We appreciate all donations and have made a concerted effort to include every recognition and correct spelling as of the time of printing. Thank you to our Outstanding Supporters for investing in 4-H young leaders. Invested $5,000 + Invested $1,000 + Invested $500 + Tribute Gifts - In Honour, In Celebration & In Memory made in support of Positive Youth Development! *We appreciate all donations and have made a concerted effort to include every recognition and correct spelling as of the time of printing. Donations made in honour of: Rob MarissaTraceyRobertBlackFeraMallaisMallais John RobynChristineShannonMayesMuirOldfieldRochon-Kaiser Samuel Smart Deb LyleOwenStarkStockmannVanclief Jennifer & Jeff Waldroff Ericka Wilson Donations made in memory of: David AngeloAdams&Frank Agro Frederick Armstrong Bill NormaGordonDaveBrianJeannineLucienClareJamesRachelBatesCarnegieCouttsDowneyDumaisDumaisEbyElgieFlewwellingFlood Agnes Foster John Francis Ida JimTaylorDorisRonaldHaroldEdenJoeVictoriaVernonWilliamGatienGoetzD.GoodingHainer-CarnegieHassonHilbornR.HodderHurleyJefferyJeffsKearns Thomas Lassaline Shirley Leslie Justin DanielWayneMauriceMurrayGlennStewartVivianPaulRobertDonaldMajuryG.McCutcheonA.McGregorMcKinlayMorrisPaddockPainePearsonSeguinShierSimpson John JosephBettyBertramSmithStewartStewartandFrances Sullivan Judy HenryHowardJudyMikeTeunisLauraTaggartC.ThorkildsenVerboomVonGuntenWilkinsonWilsonZwambag Rob & Julie Black Bruce County Beef Farmers Evelyn Chambers Jim & Ruth Clark Ralph & Jayne Dietrich Dianne & Keith Emiry Margaret & James Glenn Sharon Goulding Jim & Judy Gowland Kiwanis Club of Brampton Susan Leach Leith Wheeler Investment Councel LTD Gary GeorgeMacDonald&NancyMaxwell (Maxwell Beef Farm) Ontario Agri Business Association Ontario Lamb Marketing Inc Gwen TorontoRodRobertRBCSharleenPaddockPhillipsFoundation&LauraStockdale&MarleneStorkStockYardsLand Development Board Dawn & George Van Kampen Stacey Weagant Paul & Carol Agro Linda JimMelAnneThomasAnderson&SallyBarrie&AndrewBromley&ShirleyChamberlain&HelenChristie David Clarke John & Donna Core John & Bonnie den Haan Bert, Sean & Steven Ernewein (Ernewein Farms) The Guelph Community Foundation Sara Harper Sheryl Johnston RBC Agriculture Team-Chatham-Kent, Exeter and YoumingKatherineFredStrathroyJohnJ.SharpeSmartZhao Harry & Jen Biermans (Beirmans Farm) Jerry & Joyce Martens Myrtle McCutcheon The Shaver & Cranston Family Foundation Walker-Wood Foundation Dave & Barb Black Keira Joanne McQueen Valda & Steve Muir Ken & Ruth A. Scott Doug Taylor Danette Woodworth Sheldon Creek Dairy Inc. Donations made in celebration of: 4-H Ontario | 2020 Annual Report 25
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