Annual Report 2021-2022
Learn To Do By Doing
S T N E T N O C f o E L B A T 3
Executive Letter
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Meet our Youth Advisory Committe
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4-H in Canada: By the Numbers
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Growth
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Business Excellence
Innovative Program Delivery
25 National Programs 30 4-H Impact from Coast to Coast
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Leadership & Governance
Our Mission
4-H Pledge
4-H Motto
To empower youth to be responsible, caring and contributing leaders that effect positive change in the world around them.
I pledge
Learn To Do By Doing
Our Vision
My health to better living,
Thriving communities in partnership with youth leaders.
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My head to clearer thinking, My heart to greater loyalty, My hands to larger service,
For my club, my community, my country, and my world.
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Inclusion 4-H in Canada is open to all without discrimination based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, sex, age, or mental or physical disability. We are dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive environment that allows for universal access and participation.
S Y A T S T N E M E V O M -H 4 E TH STRONG WHEN THE OENLY CONSTANT IS CHANG If 4-H Canada’s 2021-2022 fiscal year could be summed up in one word, “evolution” would certainly be a contender. This past year saw the successful close of the 20182021 Strategic Plan and a strong start to the 2021-2025 edition. The current Strategic Plan is a result of the hard work, collaboration, and expertise of many different stakeholders across the 4-H movement in Canada, including the national and provincial staff and governance stakeholders. As a bold pathway to 2025, it calls for a focused effort in three impactful areas that you will have the opportunity to learn more about throughout this Annual Report: Growth, Business Excellence, and Innovative Program Delivery. Key objectives range from serving more youth to enhancing business intelligence to continued creation and advancement of safe, fun, inclusive, and welcoming programs. Despite the fact that the 2021-2025 Strategic Plan was created and kicked off in the midst of a global pandemic, where change and uncertainty sometimes felt like the only constants, the thing that never changed was the 4-H community’s strong commitment to positive youth development and mission to nurture caring and contributing youth leaders. Heading into the second year of the pandemic, it was incredible to see all levels of 4-H across the country working hard to serve youth while navigating restrictions in their particular area, and adjusting to suit the realities – whether that meant creating virtual programming, implementing safety protocols for modified in-person activities, or facilitating a hybrid of both. While we look forward to returning to more in-person programming and events in the year ahead, a silver lining to hosting more virtual events during the past fiscal year was the opportunity to connect the 4-H movement from coast-to-coast at a whole new level. The 2022 4-H Canada Leadership Awards is a perfect example of this unity. Held virtually for the second year in a row in 2022, this hallmark national celebration sold over 760 tickets across the country and marked a new fundraising record for the event - raising more than $58,000 for the Canadian 4-H Foundation, including a 43.5% increase in Virtual Auction proceeds.
provided over 20 hours of virtual programming in valuable areas like career exploration, community building, and civic engagement. The Careers on the Grow initiative also went full steam ahead, offering four webinars, two career exploration modules, and four eMentorships, all designed to support youth in discovering their passion, gaining realworld skills and experience, and setting and achieving career goals. 4-H leaders also had the chance to expand their skills and knowledge from the comfort of home in 2021-2022. Not only did 4-H Canada launch the Youth Safety Refresher Course, enabling leaders to stay up-to-date on industry-standard screening and youth safety training resources, but four Leaders Learn Webinars were also rolled out to support their passion for learning and continuous evolution of skills and knowledge to mentor today’s youth. However, in the past year, 4-H Canada’s reach extended beyond the 4-H community to families and educational organizations across the country through the 4-H at Home Outreach Initiatives. Thousands of youth and families enjoyed hands-on activities right from the comfort of home, all while learning about the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, and discovering how to make meaningful contributions to their communities, country, and the world. Looking back on the past year, the pandemic certainly brought home the fact that youth need 4-H now more than ever, and highlighted the need to ensure inclusivity and support for the diverse group of youth in Canada - from all backgrounds, cultures, and geographic areas, from urban to rural. This made it even more fulfilling to see the 2021-2025 Strategic Plan hit the ground running. And, while we have a lot to accomplish by 2025, we have no doubt that with our strong, passionate, and dedicated group of partners and stakeholders, we will continue to meet our strategic objectives through our unwavering shared commitment to supporting today’s youth leaders.
From conferences to career programming, 4-H Canada also rolled out a wide range of virtual opportunities for youth members this past year. The virtual editions of Members Forum and Citizenship Congress
Carlie Whetter
Todd Klink
Shannon Benner
Chair, 4-H Canada Board of Directors
Chair, Canadian 4-H Foundation
Chief Executive Officer, 4-H Canada
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MEET our YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE Our Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) represents the national youth voice for 4-H Canada, ensuring that youth perspectives are integrated into all departments and programs. YAC members from across the country work together to support national initiatives, while gaining valuable leadership skills and experiences.
YAC Working Groups: Impact on National Activities
YAC Composition & Mandate
4-H Canada Conferences
• Representation from each province. • Ambassadors for their province and 4-H Canada. • Responsible for making recommendations to 4-H Canada regarding programming, policy development, and more. • Represent 4-H Canada at events and conferences in a variety of roles.
Marketing & Communications Contributions to brand awareness initiatives and the production of national publications.
Insight on the design, planning, and delivery of Members Forum and Citizenship Congress, MCs and active participants at Leadership Summit.
Board Representatives & Admissions Representation on the Board of Directors and participation in scholarship reviews.
Program & Policy Advising on new programs, resources, and initiatives.
Through the network that I developed as a YAC representative, I received a job offer in my chosen field. The best part about being a YAC representative was being able to connect with 4-H’ers across the country, especially during the pandemic. I really missed having 4-H leadership positions while I was at school, and it felt great to get back into it. 2021-2022 YAC REPRESENTATIVES
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George Meggison
Matt Boutilier
Moira McRann
McAuley Bellows
Manitoba
Nova Scotia
Alberta
Chair
Vice-Chair
Secretary
Newfoundland and Labrador
Hannah Boulton
Brandon Callahan
Laurie Campeau
Kayla Emmerton
British Columbia
New Brunswick
AJRQ
Ontario
Devin Keenan
Sophie MacDonald
Brett Rumpel
Quebec
Prince Edward Island
Saskatchewan
The Youth Advisory Committee is supported by:
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: A D A N A C N I H 4 S R E B M U N e h t Y B 16,082 4-H Members 939 Clubs 16 New Clubs Started 5,774 Leaders 26,983 Projects
AB 5,310 Members 1,971 Leaders 282 Clubs
Member Demographics
39.2% Female 58.4% Male 2.4% Other 63% Farm 26.1% Rural 10.9% Urban Average Member Age:
12.6
*Stats reflect the year ending Dec. 31, 2021
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BC 1,810 Members 527 Leaders 127 Clubs
SK 2,590 Members 762 Leaders 157 Clubs
Although the COVID-19 pandemic had a strong impact on 4-H clubs and activities in 2021, thanks to the resilience and creative problem solving of the 4-H community, positive youth development programming continued to reach and benefit more than 16,000 youth across the country.
AJRQ 347 Members 25 Clubs
ON 2,648 Members 1,241 Leaders 103 Clubs
MB 1,119 Members 358 Leaders 131 Clubs
NL 86 Members 30 Leaders 4 Clubs
QC 195 Members 32 Leaders 9 Clubs
NS 1,257 Members 523 Leaders 64 Clubs PEI 392 Members 215 Leaders 19 Clubs
NB 328 Members 115 Leaders 18 Clubs
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4-H in Canada
Strategic Plan 2021-2025
4-H in Canada’s Strategic Plan is a testament to the shared values and priorities of the provincial and national 4-H organizations and boards. It is the result of a full year of consultations with youth, volunteers, provincial staff, boards, stakeholders, and partners. The Strategic Plan ensures we are poised to achieve success as we work together to empower even more youth across Canada, focusing on the following strategic priorities:
Our Mission BUSINESS
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Our Vision
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INNOVATIVE VERY RAM DEinLI PROG Thriving communities partnership with youth leaders.
GROWTH Strategic Plan Snapshot: Growth 2021-2025 OBJECTIVES: Serve more youth • Work with stakeholders
Grow financial resources • Provide more opportunities and sources of funding to support stakeholders at multiple levels of 4-H.
Develop tools, resources, and training that attract and retain excellent leaders • Work with provinces to understand the greatest needs to support the recruitment of highly engaged leaders that support us in achieving our mission and world-class training opportunities.
Growth Committees & Working Groups Research & Data Committee PURPOSE The purpose of this strategy-focused growth committee is to convene conversation, consult on strategic projects, and hear recommendations from stakeholders on national priorities of the 4-H movement regarding digital platforms and data to improve infrastructure and insights.
2021-2022 OBJECTIVES Year one objectives focused on developing plans to: • Conduct research and gain insights on external and internal audiences to support provincial organizations in refining target audiences, and deepen understanding of opportunities in youth sector markets. • Research external audiences to develop a national strategy to support inclusivity and increased access to 4-H programming.
REPRESENTATION • The 2021-2022 Committee was comprised of a blend of cross-departmental national and provincial staff, including representatives from BC, AB, MB, ON, QC, and NS.
Brand Committee
Grow awareness of the 4-H brand
PURPOSE
• Cultivate more resources to invest in national initiatives that tell the 4-H story and elevate 4-H in Canada as a leader in positive youth development.
The purpose of this strategy-focused growth committee is to convene conversation, consult on strategic projects, and hear recommendations from stakeholders on national marketing priorities of the 4-H movement to support growth.
2021-2022 OBJECTIVES Year one objectives focused on developing plans to: • Conduct research to discover where infrastructure may be created through national initiatives. • Work with provincial organizations to understand greatest needs to support the recruitment of highly engaged leaders. • Work with stakeholders to develop a national plan that targets increasing retention and engaging more youth.
REPRESENTATION • The 2021-2022 Committee was comprised of a blend of cross-departmental national and provincial staff, including representatives from BC, AB, SK, MB, ON, NB, NS, and PEI. 2021-2022 4-H Canada Annual Report
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Marketing, Communications, & Fundraising Working Group PURPOSE The purpose of this operations-focused working group is the stewarding and advancement of established communications initiatives, as well as coast-to-coast fundraising initiatives.
2021-2022 OBJECTIVES
Our Reach Social Scene Over 1.8 million+ cross-channel impressions 46,000+ cross-channel engagements
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The ongoing objectives of this working group include: • Consulting on national brand initiatives that engage provincial organizations, and strategies to work collectively toward growth goals. • Strengthening the network of brand leaders in the 4-H movement. • Providing a forum for sharing ideas for brand stories and communications initiatives, as well as recommendations for grassroots resources that support brand use. • Providing feedback and increasing engagement in national grassroots fundraisers to grow contribution to provincial organizations.
7,999 followers
4,979 followers
1,480 followers
REPRESENTATION • The 2021-2022 working group was comprised of national and provincial staff who are engaged in marketing and communications and/or fundraising portfolios within their organization, and included representatives from BC, AB, SK, MB, ON, and NS.
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2022 4-H Canada Leadership Awards Recipients Leadership Excellence Awards of Distinction (L.E.A.D.) – Supported by CN Awarded annually, L.E.A.D. recognizes outstanding 4-H youth who have become exceptional leaders through their 4-H experience, and who share the best of themselves with their community. Four recipients are selected each year – one under each of 4-H Canada’s Leadership Development Pillars. EACH L.E.A.D. RECIPIENT RECEIVES: • $20,000 scholarship for higher education • Recognition during the 4-H Canada Leadership Awards
• Ongoing mentorship from an expert in their field of study • Opportunity to become a L.E.A.D. spokesperson
MEET THE RECIPIENTS: JULIA PITSIAELI
CALLY SAMPLE
British Columbia
British Columbia
Pillar: Community Engagement & Communications
Pillar: Environment & Healthy Living
Mentor: Dr. Eliane Kobayashi, MD, PhD Field of Study: Bachelor of Science Institution: University of British Columbia Career Goal: Pediatric Neurologist 4-H Club: Golden Ears 4-H Community Club
Mentor: Barb Shellian, RN, MN Field of Study: Bachelor of Nursing Institution: Thompson Rivers University Career Goal: Anesthesiologist Nurse 4-H Club: South Thompson 4-H Club
NELEAH LAVOIE
JESSICA DAVEY
Prince Edward Island
Saskatchewan
Pillar: Science & Technology
Pillar: Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security
Mentor: Dr. Rolando Del Maestro, MD, PhD
Mentor: Alanna Koch
Field of Study: Bachelor of Health Sciences
Field of Study: Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
Institution: Queen’s University
Institution: University of Saskatchewan
Career Goal: Neurosurgeon 4-H Club: Cavendish 4-H Club
Career Goal: Progressive Livestock Producer 4-H Club: Saskatoon 4-H Beef Club
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National Volunteer Leader of the Year Award – Supported by Co-operators This award recognizes the volunteer leaders whose support and guidance provide outstanding experiences and skills to 4-H members who in turn become responsible, caring, and contributing individuals who effect positive change in their environments.
SANDRA DUCHAK Brandon, MB Gainsborough Combined 4-H Club
Provincial Volunteer Leader of the Year Awards
Scholarships A total of 45 youth were awarded 4-H scholarships, totaling $127,000 during the 2021-2022 fiscal year. $80,000 Leadership Excellence Awards of Distinction (L.E.A.D.) Scholarship, supported by CN • 16 recipients • $5,000 awarded per recipient $30,000 TD 4-H Agriculture Scholarship • 12 recipients • $2,500 awarded per recipient $15,000 John Deere Canada 4-H Scholarship • 15 recipients • $1,000 awarded per recipient $2,000 Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers 4-H Scholarship • 2 recipients • $1,000 awarded per recipient
• Angela Letendre, SK – Boreal Rangers Outdoor Adventure 4-H Club • Caitlin MacDougall, QC – Ormstown 4-H Club • Carol Pollock, ON – Wellington County 4-H Club • Ross Stafford, BC – Spring House 4-H Club
Distinguished Alumni Award – Supported by Glacier FarmMedia The Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes outstanding 4-H alumni and their contributions to their community, country, and the world.
SAGE WATSON Medicine Hat, AB Photo Credit: Canada Beef Photo Credit: Courtesy of Cervus Equipment
Honourary Member Award – Supported by FCC Honourary Memberships are bestowed upon individuals whose dedication and passionate contributions have advanced the 4-H movement in Canada.
DAWN KRINKE Brandon, MB
FCC 4-H Club Fund Thanks to the generous support of FCC, $100,000 in funding was distributed to over 200 4-H clubs, districts, and regions across Canada during the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The FCC 4-H Club Fund provides up to $500 in funding per club, district, or region to support initiatives and activities, such as developing existing programs, the purchase of resource materials, volunteer supports, or covering costs associated with local events.
Photo Credit: 4-H Manitoba
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Fundraising 2022 4-H Canada Leadership Awards
Show Your 4-H Colours
FEBRUARY 23, 2022 - VIRTUAL
As 4-H Canada’s flagship brand awareness initiative, Show Your 4-H Colours is celebrated every November and highlights the incredible things 4-H youth are doing in their communities and how the 4-H program is creating responsible, caring, and contributing young leaders.
4-H Canada’s signature annual event, the Leadership Awards were held virtually on Feb. 23, 2022, setting a new fundraising record, while celebrating the outstanding achievements of 4-H youth, leaders, supporters, and alumni. The 2022 edition was hosted by Peter Mansbridge, who displayed his trademark eloquence while putting the spotlight on recipients of four prestigious national awards through inspirational storytelling that celebrated the 4-H movement across Canada.
Socially distanced activities took place across the country in 2021, with youth, leaders, alumni, and supporters wearing their best green on November 4 for 4-H! Show Your 4-H Colours is also a valuable fundraising opportunity for the 4-H community, and 2021 saw the continuation of a successful t-shirt fundraiser first launched in 2020. Limited-edition Show Your 4-H Colours t-shirts were sold, with $4 from each sale supporting provincial 4-H programming, providing an easy, visible, and impactful way for individuals and organizations to give back to 4-H.
HIGHLIGHTS
• 35 Canadian landmarks illuminated in green in support of 4-H. 2x more than 2020 2022 4-H Canada Leadership Awards host and Canadian icon, Peter Mansbridge. Photo Credit: Courtesy of The Lavin Agency
Thank you to our partners, table champions, and auction donors, as well as everyone who purchased tickets, made donations, and bid on auction items, for helping us raise over $58,000 for the Canadian 4-H Foundation to support the long-term success of 4-H in Canada.
HIGHLIGHTS
• $58,000+ raised in total (15% growth in net contributions over 2021)
• #ShowYour4HColours Day social media reach of 1.5M people • Over 1,400 t-shirts sold • $5,600+ raised for provincial 4-H programming • $7,100+ raised for the Canadian 4-H Foundation
• $52,439 raised through Virtual Auction (+43.5% over 2021) • Over 760 tickets sold • Earned media reached 1.4M • 35% increase in event sponsorship over 2021
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Canadian 4-H Foundation Revenue directed to the Canadian 4-H Foundation supports the longevity and sustainability of 4-H in Canada. The investment portfolio is overseen by an Investment Committee of the Foundation Board of Trustees. Investment Portfolio
$3,183,334
Fixed Income Bonds
$1,156,451
Canadian Equities
$1,399,627
U.S. Equities
$627,256
Total Assets
$3,526,497
Total Revenue
$603,819
Investment Income from Dividends & Interest
$95,183
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Financial Statements: Canadian 4-H Foundation Internally restricted
Externally restricted
Unrestricted
2022
2021
$-
$-
$ 267,554 75,609
$ 267,554 75,609
$ 252,705 60,506
185,412
23,498
343,163 2,974,424
343,163 3,183,334
313,211 3,110,223
$ 185,412
$ 23,498
$ 3,317,587 $ 3,526,497
$ 3,423,434
$-
$-
$ 5,753 100,000
$ 5,753 100,000
$ 5,200 -
-
-
$ 105,753
$ 105,753
$ 5,200
-
-
-
-
450,000
185,412 -
23,498 -
3,211,834
185,412 23,498 3,211,834
162,283 19,432 2,786,519
$ 185,412
$ 23,498
$ 3,211,834 $ 3,420,744
$ 2,968,234
$ 185,412
$ 23,498
$ 3,317,587 $ 3,526,497
$ 3,423,434
Internally restricted
Externally restricted
Unrestricted
2022
2021
5,445 14,568 5,616
$ 900 673 1,799 694
$ 20,994 89,065 63,530 289,097 111,438
$ 21,894 95,183 63,530 305,464 117,748
$ 20,149 88,128 58,049 (9,506) 682,588
$ 25,629
$ 4,066
$ 574,124
$ 603,819
$ 839,408
Expenses Canadian 4‑H Council grant Investment counsel fees Professional fees Office and general
$ 2,500 -
-
$ 122,500 18,973 6,253 1,083
$ 125,000 18,973 6,253 1,083
$ 125,000 17,408 5,352 3,370
Total
$ 2,500
-
$ 148,809
$ 151,309
$ 151,130
Excess of revenue over expenses
$ 23,129
$ 4,066
$ 425,315
$ 452,510
$ 688,278
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION Assets Current assets: Cash Due from Canadian 4‑H Council Investments Total Liabilities and Fund Balances Current liabilities: Accounts payable and accrued liabilities Due to Canadian 4‑H Council
Due to Canadian 4‑H Council Fund balances: Internally restricted Externally restricted Unrestricted Deferred gifts Total Approved by the Board
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS Revenue Donations Investment income Other Realized gains (losses) from sale of investments Unrealized gains Total
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Canadian 4-H Council Revenue $2,857,335 secured during the 2021-2022 fiscal year.
45.3% 6.7% 1.2% 4.4% 7%
Public Sector Sponsorships Private Sector Sponsorships Scholarships Program Registration Fees Canadian 4-H Foundation Grant Memberships & Donations Retail & Sales
6.4% 29% Expenses $2,722,335 directed toward the youth programs and activities of clubs, districts, regions, and provincial organizations.
21.7%
National Youth Program Direct Expenses 4-H Canada Administration
11.9% 3.7% 4.6% 58.1%
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Funds to 4-H Provincial Organizations Funds to 4-H Clubs Youth Scholarships
Financial Statements: Canadian 4-H Council STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
2022
2021
Assets Current Assets: Cash Accounts receivable HST recoverable Inventory Prepaid expenses Due from Canadian 4-H Foundation Tangible capital assets Total Liabilities and Net Assets Current liabilities: Accounts payable and accrued liabilities Deferred contributions
Deferred contributions Deferred revenue - programs Net assets Commitment Total
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS Revenue Program contributions Scholarships Program registration fees Canadian 4-H Foundation Memberships Administration Donations Retail Sales Total Expenses National programs Administration Insurance Cost of goods sold Total Excess of revenue over expenses
$ 68,228 1,151,704 40,015 34,529 140,691
$ 178,938 891,512 57,809 41,647 65,212
1,435,167
1,235,118
24,391 29,878
389,493 39,704
$ 1,489,436
$ 1,664,315
$ 369,515 450,000
$ 651,541 452,080
819,515
1,103,621
150,000 24,700 495,221
200,000 360,694
$ 1,489,436
$ 1,664,315
2022
2021
$ 2,123,592 190,850 34,262 125,000 121,919 157,704 79,457 24,551
$ 2,447,719 262,450 22,630 125,000 110,134 42,408 15,294 37,423
$ 2,857,335
$ 3,063,058
1,707,253 978,545 14,151 22,859
1,998,659 1,011,448 17,799 31,409
$ 2,722,808
$ 3,059,315
$ 134,527
$ 3,743
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Thank You to Our Generous Supporters The 4-H movement in Canada would not be possible without the committed group of national partners and donors who invest in our mission of empowering youth to become responsible, caring, and contributing leaders who effect positive change in the world around them.
National Partners Based on fiscal year: April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022
EMERALD CLOVER ($250,000+)
PLATINUM CLOVER ($150,000 - $249,999)
SILVER CLOVER ($50,000 - $99,999)
BRONZE CLOVER ($25,000 - $49,999)
GREEN CLOVER ($10,000- $24,999)
WHITE CLOVER ($5,000 - $9,999)
BFL Canada
AdFarm
Co-operators Masonic Foundation of Ontario
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FRIEND ($1,000 - $4,999) Alberta Young Speakers for Agriculture Canadian Canola Growers Association Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers CANTERRA SEEDS Donald’s Fine Foods GK Jim Farms JBS Foods Canada JGL
The Kershaw Group Inc. (Avison Young) MacDon Industries Ltd. Madson & Associates National Bank of Canada Ottawa Valley Grain Products Ltd. The Semex Alliance TELUS Agriculture Xarvio
National Donors Donations made April 1, 2021 – March 31, 2022
Emerald Clover ($10,000+)
Michael Bomberry
Calgary Stampede
Diana and Larry Frizzle
Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
Syngenta
Estate of Judy Anne Whitteker
James and Dorothy Hewitt
Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council
TELUS Agriculture
Canadian Agricultural Safety Association
Uniglobe Travel
Gold Clover ($1,000-$4,999)
Hugh and Sondra Hoard Lois James
The Honourable Rob and Julie Black
Kiwanis Organization - Key Club Xavier – Melissa CollisGrenier
Sherri Betker and Gene Fraser
W. Brian Little
FCC
Theo Muraca
Glacier FarmMedia
Paul Saabas
Nancy K. Orr
United Way East Ontario
Dr. Jamie and Valerie Pearson Krista Scaldwell, In Loving Memory of Tom Hutchinson
LYLE AND SHARON VANCLIEF LEADERSHIP ENDOWMENT FUND DONATIONS
Karen Smith
Lyle and Sharon Vanclief
Wawanesa Insurance
Vanessa Vanclief
Silver Clover ($500-$999)
Gifts in Kind
Camille Ryan
Todd Klink Kim McConnell
4-H Canada Anne of Green Gables Chocolates
Edith & Joe Stone
Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers Ltd.
Turkey Farmers of Canada Viterra Sage Watson
CANTERRA SEEDS
Western Family
Chicken Farmers of Canada
Carlie & Darren Whetter
The Coca-Cola Company
The Wonderful Company
Corteva Agriscience
Tributes
The Cove Desjardins
DONATIONS WERE GIVEN IN HONOUR OF:
Detente Financial Press Ltd. (Tom Deans)
Errol & Shelly Armella
Epicure
Sam Demma
Farm Family Coach Seeds of Encouragement (Elaine Froese)
Carm Hamilton
FCC Federated Co-operatives Ltd.
Kim McConnell Brad Orr
DONATIONS WERE GIVEN IN MEMORY OF:
FMC of Canada Ltd. FranklinCovey Canada
M. Yvan Deschênes
TELUS Agriculture
Aji Gourmet Products Ltd.
Gourmet du Village
Anderson Watts Ltd.
Harvest Meats
Bronze Clover ($250-$499)
Anonymous
John Deere Canada ULC
Arla Foods Inc.
Keg Brands Inc.
Morley Handford
Brad & Heather Adams
Chris Milburn
Azotic North America
The Kershaw Group Inc. (Avison Young)
Scott Hamilton
Leader Products Canada
Johnathan Garth Inglis
Maple Leaf Foods
John Megans
McSweeney’s Direct Plus
Mark Smith
Stefanie Nagelschmitz
Gordon Earl Striker
Friend (up to $249) All Charities Campaign Manitoba Peter Battye
James Baker Bayer BDO Canada LLP BFL Insurance
Orton Eby Evan Graham Ruth Ann Haley Pat Hamilton
Nutrien
Carole Bell
The Honourable Rob and Julie Black
Olds College
Megan Bomberry
BOGS Footwear
Save-on-Foods
*Contributions for the fiscal year, April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022. List does not include donors who wish to remain anonymous.
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BUSINESS EXCELLENCE Strategic Plan Snapshot: Business Excellence 2021-2025
Business Excellence Committees & Working Groups Standards & Youth Safety Working Group PURPOSE
OBJECTIVES: Strengthen our business infrastructure • Research and discover where there may be infrastructure created through national initiatives.
Inspire business excellence • Provide access to resources and learning opportunities for 4-H professionals and governors to continue to grow in leading the business of 4-H.
Enhance our business intelligence • Conduct research and gain insights on external and internal audiences to support provinces refining target audiences and deepen the understanding of opportunities in youth sector markets.
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The purpose of this operations-focused working group is ongoing work to support world-class youth development standards and youth safety.
2021-2022 OBJECTIVES The ongoing objectives of this working group include: • Providing a mechanism for provincial organizations to bring forward any standards requiring improvement or development on a three-year cycle. • Discussion and development of resources related to risk preparedness and mitigation strategies for 4-H organizations. • Forum for sharing best practices and identifying the need for resources related to critical areas, such as youth safety, risk management, and crisis management. • Reviewing aggregate data of incident trends across the 4-H movement in Canada and making recommendations.
REPRESENTATION • The 2021-2022 working group was comprised of national and provincial staff who oversee youth safety and/or are familiar with program delivery and risk management within their organization, and included representatives from BC, AB, SK, MB, ON, QC, and NS.
Youth Safety Training
Leaders Learn
Following on the momentum of the standardized Youth Safety Training, implemented in 2020-2021, 4-H Canada successfully developed and launched the Youth Safety Refresher course in early 2022.
4-H youth are renowned for constantly developing and refining their knowledge and skills in everything from communications to STEM to sustainable agriculture. But, let’s not forget that 4-H leaders are lifelong learners too!
The Refresher Course is the next step in advancing the 4-H movement as a leader in meeting or exceeding industry standards in the youth-serving sector by supporting 4-H leaders in understanding, communicating, and implementing youth safety screening and training requirements. Required every three years, the Refresher Course keeps leaders up-to-date on industry-standard Youth Safety and Commit to Kids training. Nearly 150 leaders and staff completed the Refresher Course in early 2022, with the 4-H provincial organizations to continue supporting roll-out throughout the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
To support a passion for learning and continuous evolution of skills and knowledge to mentor and empower today’s youth, 4-H Canada hosted four Leaders Learn Webinars in 2021 and early 2022. The Webinars were led by engaging experts, and covered a wide range of important topics. • 95 participants • Four webinars
Talk, Ask, Listen: Mental Health in Agriculture with Do More Ag Created by farmers, for farmers, the Talk, Ask, Listen Webinar focused on helping yourself and others break down barriers and dispel the mental health stigma through three actions – talking, asking, and listening.
Fast Facts • 1582 leaders and staff completed Commit to Kids Child Protection Training in 2021-22, for a total of 5877 • 90% of leaders and staff across Canada have completed 4-H Youth Safety Training • 150 leaders and staff have completed the Youth Safety Refresher Course
This session was excellent. Recognizing the very unique stresses those who work in agriculture face is long overdue. Children cannot help but be impacted by the stresses their farming parents deal with. Thank you for bringing this topic to the table. 4-H LEADER
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How to Build Trust and Connection Online Led by Leah Coss of Build a Biz Kids, this webinar could not have been more timely. Held in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Coss’ webinar helped leaders navigate how to increase confidence and feel more connected when interacting online, as well as how to reduce Zoom fatigue for themselves and others, and build trust faster and more authentically with new youth members through online interactions.
The quality of the content was worldclass, and I feel lucky to have had the chance to learn from such knowledgeable and interactive speakers for zero cost. 4-H LEADER
• 100% of participants surveyed strongly agreed this session provided information they can use in their roles within 4-H.
Bias Awareness Annemarie Shrouder, who has spent more than 20 years in the field of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, led leaders through an impactful webinar based on her warm approach that creates opportunities to lower defenses and open lines of authentic communication. • 100% of participants surveyed strongly agreed this session provided information they can use in their roles within 4-H.
Diet Culture and Cultivating Body Inclusion with Our Youth At a time when youth are increasingly anxious about appearances and fitting in, it’s more important than ever to have open conversations to support their healthy and happy development. That’s why Ary Maharaj and Emily Huynh of the National Eating Disorder Information Centre spoke to 4-H leaders about how to best support body-image in youth while breaking down myths about health, weight, and physical development.
The bias tests gave me insight into how the brain establishes bias without conscious thought. The presenter was great and very well informed. It felt very comfortable even though the topic was sensitive. 4-H LEADER
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INNOVATIVE PROGRAM DELIVERY Strategic Plan Snapshot: Innovative Program Delivery 2021-2025 OBJECTIVES:
Program Committees & Working Groups Program Innovation Committee PURPOSE The purpose of this strategy-focused growth committee is to facilitate collaboration between stakeholders with programfocused expertise related to youth programming.
Safe, fun, inclusive and welcoming programs
2021-2022 OBJECTIVES
• Research external audiences to understand the barriers to entry with the 4-H program (relevancy, financial, cultural, geographic), and develop a national plan to support inclusivity and address barriers to entry with the 4-H program.
• Research external audiences to take data-driven approach to developing a national plan to support inclusivity and ensure 4-H programming addresses relevancy, and increase accessibility, regardless of financial, cultural, or geographic considerations. • Revitalize and support program incubators that co-create innovative, relevant, and scalable learning opportunities for Canadian youth. • Provide access to resources and learning opportunities for 4-H professionals and governors to continue to grow in leading the business of 4-H.
Strengthen the communities of practice • Revitalize and support program incubators that co-create innovative, relevant learning opportunities for youth across Canada that may be scalable.
Year one objectives focused on developing plans to:
REPRESENTATION • 2021-2022 Committee comprised a blend of crossdepartmental national and provincial representation, including representatives from BC, AB, SK, MB, ON, QC, NS, and PEI.
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4-H in Canada
Positive Youth Development Formula
Positive Values
Responsibility
Safe, fun, Inclusive Environment Caring Adults Sense of Purpose
Learn To Do By Doing
Planning and Decision Making
Skill Mastery
Leadership Development
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S M A R G O R P L A N O I T A N Programming for the 4-H movement in Canada has major impact across four Leadership Development Pillars.
Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security
Science & Technology
Community Engagement & Communications
Environment & Healthy Living
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Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security CAREER EXPLORATION MODULES 4-H Canada launched two Career Exploration Modules in 2021, supporting youth in building career readiness skills and practicing them through personalized, hands-on challenges. Supported by:
Being part of 4-H prepares youth for their future career. The Careers on the Grow program supports senior 4-H members in exploring career paths, applying their skills, and gaining hands-on work experience. A full suite of Careers on the Grow programming was provided to 4-H youth during the 2021-2022 fiscal year, including:
INTERNSHIPS • Eight 4-H members were placed in Summer 2022 internship positions with top employers across the country, including BASF Canada, Canadian Red Cross, Food Banks Canada, and Cargill.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT WEBINARS From learning how to create winning scholarship applications to gaining tips on writing a standout resume and cover letter, 4-H youth had the opportunity to participate in two interactive webinars with top employment specialists in 2021, plus access a digital library of past webinars any time, from anywhere. • 23 youth participants across two webinars. • 100% of surveyed participants agreed the webinars: • Added to their understanding of the subject matter. • Provided information they can use to prepare for postsecondary life and future careers.
• 49 secondary students participated in the Growing My Career Choices module, learning more about themselves, different career sectors, and career options. • 30 post-secondary students took their career exploration even further with the Cultivating Career Possibilities module, which encourages a mindful approach to setting and reaching career goals.
eMENTORSHIP PILOT PROGRAM Mentorship and networking connections are invaluable when it comes to career preparation. That’s why 4-H Canada launched the eMentorship Pilot Program in the fall of 2021. Members aged 18-25 had the chance to connect with experienced professionals working in sectors that align with their career interests and goals. Throughout the five-week mentorship, 4-H youth met virtually with their mentor, learning the ins and outs of the industry, and gaining valuable advice to apply to their own career paths. • Four 4-H members were connected with mentors. • 100% of participants indicated they would be interested in participating in a 4-H Canada mentorship program again.
What a great opportunity to learn some valuable lessons from someone who has been in your shoes before, and navigated challenges throughout their careers. 2021 eMENTORSHIP PILOT PROGRAM PARTICIPANT
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Science & Technology Science Fair
2022 4-H CANADA SCIENCE FAIR WINNERS
Supported by:
MARCH 3-7, 2022 - VIRTUAL The 2022 4-H Canada Science Fair saw an impressive group of youth from grades 7 to 12 (or enrolled in CÉGEP) showcase their skills in STEM, while exploring their personal passions through experimentation, innovation, and invention.
Mac D. British Columbia Project: A Simple, Scalable Method for Reducing Stress in Chicks During the First Seven Days Post-Hatch
Following an initial virtual judging round in January 2022, finalists were invited forward to the second round in March, also held virtually. • Four finalists • Seven judges from dynamic range of locations and industries • 100% of participants plan to pursue a career in agriculture, and felt their involvement in 4-H has helped advance their career goals.
The 4-H Canada Science Fair was an amazing and interesting experience for someone who is really interested in the STEM field. I got to learn new things, meet new people, and get involved deeper into the industry I am interested in. 2022 4-H CANADA SCIENCE FAIR PARTICIPANT
Mark N. Alberta Project: A Comparison of Natural Corrosion Inhibitors on Metals
Alexandra O. Saskatchewan Project: Do Cattle Impact the Canadian Grasslands?
2022 CANADA-WIDE SCIENCE FAIR AWARDS All three 4-H Canada Science Fair winners also earned their berth forward into the 2022 Canada-Wide Science Fair, held virtually from May 16-20, 2022, where they went up against entrants from across the country. The 4-H youth had an impressive showing, taking home the following awards: Mac D. • Canadian Acoustical Association Award • The Challenge Award – Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food Mark N. • Silver Medal – Excellence Award
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Community Engagement & Communications Citizenship Congress Supported by:
BFL Canada The Masonic Foundation of Ontario BASF Canada Agricultural Solution
I gained an immense confidence boost being able to participate in Citizenship Congress this year. I was reminded that I didn’t need to be ‘smart’ to contribute thoughts and ideas, and it put me in a position to consider the opinions of others. 2021 MEMBERS FORUM DELEGATE
Global 4-H Youth Committee During the 2021 Global 4-H Digital Summit in September 2021, the inaugural Global 4-H Youth Committee was introduced, with Canada’s own Logan Emiry elected as Chair. Under Logan’s leadership, the Committee has created a statement that outlines the focus of their group. The statement includes their commitment to increasing the inclusivity of 4-H programs worldwide, and to making real, lasting impacts addressing the Sustainable Development Goals set out by the United Nations.
MAY 4-9, 2021 – VIRTUAL First introduced in 1972, the goal of Citizenship Congress is to provide youth with the opportunity to develop strong public speaking skills, while gaining an understanding of democratic processes and civic engagement. In 2021, the conference allowed delegates from across Canada to delve into issues of income security and public programs, under the theme, Examining Public Programs: Exploring the Issue of Universal Basic Income. After participating in a variety of workshops on parliamentary procedure, careers, and citizenship, Citizenship Congress closed with the signature annual Mock Debate. • 100% of delegates came away from the conference confident in their understanding of the parliamentary debate procedure.
2021 CITIZENSHIP CONGRESS DEBATE RESOLUTION: “Be it resolved that the Government of Canada will provide a guaranteed basic income for all Canadian citizens over the age of 18.” • 100% of youth participants felt the debate resolution was fun, challenging, and relevant.
Working side-by-side with 4-H’ers from around the globe is an incredibly rewarding experience. Although we all come from different countries and backgrounds, and have different life experiences, we all share a common interest in 4-H and a united goal of improving the world around us LOGAN EMIRY – CHAIR, GLOBAL 4-H YOUTH COMMITTEE
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Environment & Healthy Livings Members Forum
Outreach Initiatives
Supported by:
Since launching in 2020, the 4-H at Home Outreach Initiatives have empowered over 5,900 youth to enjoy hands-on activities any time, from anywhere, while making meaningful contributions to their communities, country, and the world.
NOVEMBER 5-7, 2021 - VIRTUAL First offered in 1931, Members Forum is 4-H Canada’s longestrunning program, having celebrated its 89th edition virtually in 2021. This iconic event is the premier opportunity for 4-H youth from across Canada to come together for an impactful, engaging, and fun-filled conference. The goals of the conference are to expose youth to career opportunities, and support them in exploring their interests and developing a career plan. The 2021 edition was centred on the theme, Growing Strong Futures, asking how we can empower youth to grow strong futures for themselves and the world around them. Key highlights included: • The opportunity to ask questions and gain insight from top professionals and executive leaders in a variety of fields, from agriculture to healthcare to communications, during Mentorship Circles. • Engaging career exploration and skills workshops, including Fostering Collaboration and Connection, delivered by Youth Employment Services, and The Secret to Happiness and Personal Fulfillment from Build a Biz Kids. • Interactive Careers on the Grow programming that allowed youth to explore and discuss their career future during a Mind Map activity • 85% of youth delegates felt the conference helped them develop new skills and strengthen existing ones.
In 2021, the Outreach Initiatives were made available through 4-H at Home, expanding access beyond 4-H members and clubs to encourage all families and educational organizations across the country to enjoy the activities in group settings, or from the comfort of home. Two new Outreach Initiatives launched in early 2022, bringing the total to five. Each Initiative gives youth the chance to explore the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a set of 17 goals that encourage global citizens of all ages to help address critical issues like poverty, health, education, and the environment. • 679 Outreach Initiative kit registrations • 800+ digital resource downloads Powered Up! - Presented by Cargill, and supported by The Coca-Cola Foundation, Corteva Agriscience, and Desjardins SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy
Powered Up! is an exciting new initiative that encourages youth to explore alternative and clean energy sources through hands-on activities, such as making s’mores with the power of the sun. Making a Splash – Presented by Cargill, and supported by Corteva Agriscience and Desjardins SDG 14 – Life Below Water
Also launched in early 2022, Making a Splash guides youth through experiential activities to discover their personal role in supporting healthy water ecosystems. Proud to Bee a 4-H’er – Presented by Syngenta Canada SDG 15 – Life on Land
As one of 4-H Canada’s longest-running Outreach Initiatives, Proud to Bee a 4-H’er is centred on planting a pollinator-friendly garden to support a healthy ecosystem and sustainable food supply. Dig into Soil – Presented by Syngenta Canada
SDG 13 – Climate Action & SDG 15 – Life on Land
At Members Forum, you meet new people and make new connections. It is a great networking experience that is also educational.
Dig into Soil provides hands-on learning experiences for youth to discover how healthy soils contribute to addressing climate change, while championing soil conservation activities in their own communities.
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4-H IMPACT from COAST-TO-COAST During the 2021-2022 fiscal year, the 4-H movement in Canada continued to face unprecedented adversity in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, yet the provincial 4-H organizations were a testament to the fact that when we join together as a unified movement, we can come out other side even stronger. 4-H provincial organizations continued to achieve milestones, launch innovative programming, and provide a wide range of activities, resources, and supports to 4-H youth from coast-to-coast. Keep reading to learn about some of the highlights from each province.
4-H British Columbia Agri-Career Quest In May 2021, 4-H British Columbia gave members the chance to embark on a virtual journey to explore the wide variety of agriculture careers in BC. During an action-packed four days, members gained valuable skills to help plan and build their careers.
Youth Action The 2021 Youth Action program consisted of four one-day camps across the province, providing nearly 50 youth with unique leadership-building activities, including a Q&A with Canadian Olympian Natasha Watcham-Roy.
Fast Facts
4-H BC members made a valuable statement during the Agri-Career Quest virtual event - “Fields are for the future”.
• 21 4-H BC volunteer leaders attended the 2021 Leadership Symposium, which ran under the theme, Mission Possible. • 66 youth entered the 2021 Field to Fork Challenge, with the winning recipes published in a cookbook. • 21 4-H youth entered the inaugural 4-H BC Great Pumpkin Challenge gardening contest.
The inaugural 4-H BC Great Pumpkin Challenge was a big hit, especially the Miniature Pumpkin Craft Creation category.
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Nearly 50 youth across BC enjoyed valuable leadership-building activities during Youth Action 2021.
4-H Alberta
4-H Saskatchewan
Organization Restructure
Discover Program Pilot
Following 4-H Alberta’s organization restructure in 2020, the staff started their first full club year as a team in 2021-2022. Highlights include:
4-H Saskatchewan introduced a new pilot program targeted toward urban youth, ages 6-12, called the Discover Program. The program embodied all the traditional aspects of 4-H, while meeting the needs of urban youth. Participants completed a variety of projects under the four Leadership Development Pillars, and had the opportunity to showcase their achievements at the end of the program term.
• Delivering 15 provincial programs, despite the COVID-19 pandemic. • Developing nine new virtual programs, plus several workshops and webinars covering everything from coding to nutrition to the environment. • Appointing 4-H Alberta’s first-ever elected Board of Directors during the 2021 Annual General Meeting. Members were elected based on business, competency, skills, diversity, and geography.
Fast Facts • 7,000+ 4-H Alberta Facebook followers • 5,000+ 4-H Alberta members, including over 700 Cleaver Kids • 2,350 leaders and volunteers • 282 registered and active clubs • Representation across seven regions and 57 districts in Alberta
THANK YOU CERA YOUNGSON After a 10-year tenure, Cera Youngson stepped away from her role of Executive Director at 4-H Saskatchewan to take on a new chapter as Executive Director for the Saskatoon Zoo Society. 4-H Saskatchewan thanks Cera for her invaluable contributions to 4-H Saskatchewan and wishes her all the best on her new adventure.
Fast Facts • 2,000+ 4-H at Home learning kits sent out in 20212022 to support hands-on learning, including a Pumpkin Contest, which will return in 2022-2023. • Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, 4-H Saskatchewan continued to host nearly all of their programming in 2021-2022 in either virtual, hybrid, or in-person formats.
On the Horizon in SK • Growing the Discover Program for urban youth will continue to be a priority. • Set to host the first-ever Golf Tournament Fundraiser for the Saskatchewan 4-H Foundation. • Revising the Beef and Light Horse project materials to modernize and provide the most current information and best practices. The COVID-19 pandemic didn’t slow 4-H Alberta down, with staff delivering nine new virtual programs, plus workshops and webinars during the 2021-2022 fiscal year.
4-H Saskatchewan sent out over 2,000 4-H at Home learning kits in 2021-2022, which included the popular Pumpkin Contest, set to return in 2022-2023.
Photo Credit: Courtesy of 4-H Alberta
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4-H Manitoba
4-H Ontario
Introducing “Clover” the Cow
Discovery Box Program
4-H Manitoba was thrilled to introduce “Clover” the life-size model cow and calf during the 2021-2022 club year. This interactive initiative simulates the bovine birthing process, and allowed beef club members to learn how to safely assist a cow during birth when required. Clover can be customized to mimic a variety of birthing scenarios, allowing members to practice repositioning for a safe birth under the advisement of a veterinarian. Clover will continue to live at the Manitoba Beef and Forage Initiatives Learning Centre, where she will be available to urban and rural youth and adults during workshops and educational activities related to the life cycle of a cow.
4-H Ontario launched the Discovery Box Program pilot in 2021. Inside the Discovery Boxes, youth found self-directed activities they could do by themselves or with their families. Sponsored by Beef Farmers of Ontario, 136 families ordered the boxes. Following the successful pilot, the program will continue under the re-branded name Clover Kits.
First-ever Province-Wide Judging Competition 4-H Ontario hosted its inaugural province-wide judging competition in 2021. Made possible through a virtual format, the competition saw over 140 youth participate, testing their critical thinking skills in both life skills and livestock classes.
Fast Facts • Three new/updated projects rolled out in 2021 – Dairy, Careers, and Field Crops – Species & Management. • The top-five most completed projects in 2021 included Virtual Cooking.
On the Horizon in ON • The 4-H Ontario Podcast will be re-branded to 4-H 4-U, with a minimum of two episodes per month being released. • Virtual opportunities for youth will continue in 2022-2023, but the majority of club programming, camps, conferences, and more will return to an in-person format.
Association des Jeunes Ruraux du Québec (AJRQ) AJRQ Highlights – 2021-2022
Clover the life-sized model cow simulates the bovine birthing process, and has allowed 4-H beef club members to learn how to safety assist a cow during birth, when required, under the advisement of a veterinarian. Photo Credit: Courtesy of 4-H Manitoba
On the Horizon in MB • 4-H Manitoba will host Agri Career Quest, supporting senior 4-H members through skill building, resume writing, interview techniques, in-person industry tours, and more. • After a three-year hiatus, the Manitoba 150 Rally will take place in 2023, showcasing workshops for equine, beef, foods, small animal, crafts, and much more. The tradition of the Club Parade will be brought back to life to celebrate 110 years of 4-H in Manitoba.
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The 2021-2022 club year was marked by the return of the Quebec Rural Youth Classic, with more than 120 youth participating. Other in-person events included the General Assembly, and the Genius AJRQ educational event for youth, which brought together 40 members from across Quebec.
New Website AJRQ was proud to launch a new website in 2021. Visit ww.ajrq.qc.ca to check out the organization’s new and improved digital space.
4-H Quebec
4-H New Brunswick
At-Home Activities a Success
In-Person Events Return
Over the 2021-2022 fiscal year, 4-H Quebec rolled out a wide range of at-home activities, and successfully carried out events in a virtual space. Offerings included seasonal competitions, as well as the annual Innovative Ag Tour with new farms and businesses. A major milestone included the modified 2021 Rally taking place in three regions across Quebec.
4-H New Brunswick staff worked hard to resume the regular programming schedule, including the return of the Provincial Communications Competition in early 2022 following a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19. The event had a great turn-out, with representation from all five districts.
Fast Facts • 4-H members in Quebec engaged in virtual club activities that ranged from cooking classes and vet classes to online games and movie showings.
On the Horizon in QC • In-person activities will commence in 2022-2023, with clubs excited to participate in the Provincial Rally, Leadership Camp, and in-person Innovate Ag Tour.
Fast Facts • The 2022 Carleton County Spring Show and Sale achieved the sale’s highest price per pound on a 4-H calf to date, at over $14.
On the Horizon in NB • A new bilingual 4-H NB website will launch in 2022, designed to better suit the needs of the 4-H community in New Brunswick. • Plans are underway to launch a Youth Committee for senior members, consisting of two members per district. Committee representatives will lead content creation for marketing 4-H events in the province.
4-H’ers participated in a modified 2021 Rally format, which allowed youth to enjoy in-person activities while still maintaining COVID-19 safety measures. Photo Credit: Courtesy of 4-H Quebec
4-H New Brunswick resumed the in-person Provincial Communications Competition in 2022. Photo Credit: Courtesy of 4-H New Brunswick
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4-H Nova Scotia
4-H PEI
100th Anniversary
Leader Appreciation Day
2022 marks the 100th anniversary of 4-H in Nova Scotia, which was founded in 1922 in Antigonish County. Celebrations kicked off in early 2022, and will continue throughout the year. This special anniversary year is poised to be one for the books, with 4-H NS membership numbers having doubled in 2021-2022.
In 2021, 4-H PEI was able to return to an in-person Leader Appreciation Day, with 35 leaders coming together to learn, craft, eat, and brainstorm ideas for the upcoming 4-H year. It was exciting to give leaders the opportunity to reconnect in person, and there was lots of enthusiasm for the future.
Welcome Jay Woodworth In early 2022, 4-H Nova Scotia welcomed Jay Woodworth as the Executive Director. A 4-H alum, Jay’s background includes agriculture research, environmental farm planning, and agrienvironmental agrology.
Fast Facts • Following a challenging two years during the COVID-19 pandemic, 4-H Nova Scotia membership numbers doubled for the 2021-2022 membership year. • There are active 4-H clubs in all 18 counties of Nova Scotia. 4-H PEI had the opportunity to return to an in-person Leader Appreciation Day in 2021, giving leaders the opportunity to reconnect in person. Photo Credit: Courtesy of 4-H PEI
Congrats to Long-Time Leaders 4-H PEI was honoured to give recognition to inspirational and dedicated leaders, Louise and Walter Andrews. Combined, this husband-and-wife team has devoted 90 years to the Wheatley River 4-H Club. Walter has been the woodworking leader for 40 years, while Louise has achieved 50 years as a volunteer leader, with her involvement spanning the club, regional, and provincial level.
Fast Facts • Three-year grant received from the PEI Alliance for Mental Well-being to fund provincial and regional projects that support youth mental well-being.
On the Horizon in PEI
4-H Nova Scotia is celebrating its 100th year in 2022, highlighting a long and successful history that all began in Antigonish County in 1922. Photo Credit: Courtesy of 4-H Nova Scotia
• Plans are underway to expand regional and provincial projects to assist leaders, make new connections within the province, and allow members to explore new opportunities. • It’s an exciting time for 4-H PEI as the organization evolves to improve the experience of members and leaders.
4-H PEI Western Region Director Brenda Larsen, presents Leader Recognition. Awards to Louise (50 years) and Walter (40 years) Andrews. Photo Credit: Courtesy of 4-H PEI
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4-H Newfoundland and Labrador 4-Minutes with 4-H 4-H Canada Youth Advisory Committee Representative for Newfoundland and Labrador, McAuley Bellows, hosted a 4-Minutes with 4-H session in the fall of 2021 to get answers to important questions around youth entering the workforce. Through a Q&A with Courtney White, Head of Human Resources for BASF Agricultural Solutions North America, McAuley dug into vital topics from building a personal brand to how companies can successfully recruit recent grads into the talent pool.
Government House Goes Green 4-H NL leaders and members celebrated Show Your 4-H Colours Day on Nov. 3. 2021 at Government House in St. John’s, NL, which was lit in green for the occasion.
Photo Credit: Courtesy of 4-H Newfoundland & Labrador
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GOVERNANCE and LEADERSHIP 2021-2022 4-H Canada Board of Directors
Carlie Whetter, MB
David Hansen, MB
Valerie Stone, ON
Ken Clark, BC
Eric Dalke, AB
Chair
Vice-Chair
Past Chair
Director
Director
Shelley Jones, SK
Robert Larsen, PEI
John Ross, ON
Todd Klink, SK
Director
Director
Director
Chair, Canadian 4-H Foundation
Youth Advisory Committee Representatives to the Board
Matt Boutilier, NS
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Brad Adams, ON
Ben Graham, AB
Trustee
Trustee
Krista Scaldwell, ON
Stefanie Nagelschmitz, ON
Vice-Chair
Past Chair
Gene Fraser, MB
Arron Madson, AB
Ryan Riese, AB
Carlie Whetter, MB
Trustee
Trustee
Trustee
Chair, 4-H Canada Board of Directors
Todd Klink, SK Chair
Provincial Advisor
Bianca von Nagy, AB
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Past Chairs – Board of Directors 1957 Frank E. Wolff
1976 George W. Arnold
1995 Mary Magee
1958 Charles A. Douglas
1977 Glen Hass
1996 Keith Wilkinson
1959 John E. McArthur
1978 David M. Adams
1997 Bob Boulton
1960 J. Ernest Dubé
1979 David E. Freed
1998 Ted Young
1961 John C. Bremner
1980 Gordon Nixon
1999 Morley Handford
1962 Joseph Racine
1981 John E. Redden
2000 John J. MacDonald
1936, 1947 John G. Rayner
1963 Gordon Landon
1982 Jack Gilliland
2001 Gary Skogberg
1937, 1948 J. Charles Mangan
1964 Norman D. Hogg
1983 Ruth Thoen
2002 Elizabeth Crouse
1938 W.J. Elliott
1965 David B. Young
1984 Claude Lalonde
2003 Mary-Ann Carson
1939-1940, 1950 Stanley Wood
1966 Lawrence Murphy
1985 Mervie Ford
2004 George Klosler
1967 Robert E. Brack
1986 Duane Bristow
2005 Bertram Stewart
1968 Ralph E. Cudmore
1987 Gwyneth Jones
2006 Marie Logan
1969 C. Les Usher
1988 Tom Hennessey
2007-2008 Bob McAuley
1970 John E. Moles
1989 Sharon Nussey
2009-2011 Judy Shaw
1971 Walter V. Grant
1990 Don Canning
2011-2013 Rob Black
1972 Donald C. Matthews
1991 Gordon Bryant
2013-2015 Valerie Pearson
1973 Joseph E. Audet
1992 W. Brian Little
2015-2017 Donna Bridge
1974 William Fulton
1993 David Inglis
2017-2019 David Hovell
1975 Dale V. Dewar
1994 Ted Youck
2019-2021 Valerie Stone
1931-1932, 1943 Reginald S. Duncan 1933, 1944 Norman C. MacKay 1934 R.S. Hamer 1935, 1946 Dr. Willard V. Longley
1941 Dr. J.B. Munro 1942, 1952 Stewart C. Wright 1945 A.W. (Pete) Peterson 1949 George S. Black 1951 Dr. Echo Lidster 1953 Edward S. Pineau 1954 Earl S. Manning 1955 R. Gordon Bennett 1956 D.C. (David) Foster
Past Chairs – Canadian 4-H Foundation 1971-1972 C. Les Usher
1983-1984 Gordon Nixon
1995-1996 Morley Handford
2009-2011 Lyndon Carlson
1973-1974 Ralph E. Cudmore
1985-1986 Alex Budge
1997-1998 Duane Bristow
2011-2013 David Hovell
1975-1976 Don Wales
1987-1988 Archie McKenzie
1999-2000 W. Brian Little
2013-2015 Kim McConnell
1977-1978 Helgi Austman
1989 C. E. Baskier
2001-2002 James Hewitt
2015-2017 Randy Mowat
1979-1980 Donald C. Matthews
1990 Jack Gilliland
2003-2004 David Inglis
2017-2019 Brad Adams
1991-1992 James Fraser
2005-2006 Ted Youck
1993-1994 Murray Stewart
2007-2008 Dori GingeraBeauchemin
2019-2021 Stefanie Nagelschmitz
1981-1982 Gordon Muirhead
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Lifetime Honourary Members 1950 R.S. Duncan
Raymond P. Frey
1997 Clint Whetter
Gary Skogberg
N.C. MacKay
1971 Thomas McBeath
Melva Hornbrook
2010 Lois James
R.S. Hamer
1973 Thomas P. Devlin
1998 Joy Palmer
2011 Elizabeth Crouse
Dr. W. V. Longley
1974 Gordon Nixon
Alice McKay
Marie Logan
W.J.W. Lennox
1975 Frank Binnie
2000 William Fulton
S.E. Todd
1977 David Barrie
George Arnold
2013 Dori GingeraBeauchemin
John Tucker
Miriam Barrie
Lucy Duke
D.M. Johnson
Jean Scott
2001 Dick Huggard
G.H. Clark
1979 Isabel Percival
David M. Adams
F.W. Walsh
1982 Henri Caron
2002 John Flintoft
S.J. Changnon
1985 Don Wales
2003 Cathy Wilson Pinkney
F.M. Morton
1986 Dr. Florence O’Neill Hutchison
Jack Gilliland
Dr. J.B. Munro W.A. Brown 1955 Alex MacLaurin 1958 R. Gordon Bennett 1959 Frank E. Wolff 1964 Charles A. Douglas 1968 John E. McArthur
Dr. Echo Lidster 1987 Stanley Wood 1988 Gordon Muirhead 1990 Jack Redden 1995 Donald C. Matthews C. Les Usher
Marguerite Stark Bertram Stewart 2014 Morley Handford 2015 E. Ward Jones (awarded posthumously)
2017 Lyndon Carlson
2004 Shaunda Rossington Brian Little 2005 Ruth Thoen Ted Youck 2006 Bob Boulton 2009 Gordon Bryant John J. MacDonald
2016 Rob Black
Linda Porter 2018 Kevin Charlebois 2019 Carm Hamilton Kim McConnell 2020 Duane Bristow Nancy Orr 2021 Dawn Krinke
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4-H Canada Members For membership year Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2021 50+ Years Canadian Federation of Agriculture
Under 25 Years 4-H BC Foundation
Canadian Meat Council
4-H Ontario
John Deere Canada ULC
Association des jeunes ruraux du Québec
Manitoba Agriculture
Brad Adams
RBC Royal Bank
Bayer CropScience McCauley Bellows
25-49 Years 4-H Alberta
Rob Black
4-H British Columbia
Matt Boutilier
4-H Manitoba
Donna Bridge
4-H New Brunswick
Brandon Callahan
4-H Newfoundland and Labrador
Laurie Campeau
4-H Nova Scotia
Canadian Western Agribition
4-H Prince Edward Island
Ken Clark
4-H Quebec
CN
4-H Saskatchewan
Eric Dalke
R. Duane Bristow
Cera Ellingsen
Canadian Pork Council
Kayla Emmerton
Farm Credit Canada
Stan Figley
MacDon Industries Inc.
Gene Fraser
SeCan
Rayanne Frizzell
Co-operators
Mary-Belle Fulton
The Semex Alliance
William Fulton
Hannah Boulton
Glacier FarmMedia Ben Graham Glenn Gress David Hansen David Hovell Shelley Jones Devin Keenan Todd Klink Brenda Larsen
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Robert Larsen Brian Little Nancy Luscombe Sophie MacDonald Arron Madson Mary Magee Scott Masters Kim McConnell Moira McRann George Meggison Casey Morey Randy Mowat Stefanie Nagelschmitz Mark Nairn Ontario 4-H Foundation Robert James (Jamie) Pearson Valerie Pearson Ryan Riese John Ross Brett Rumpel Saskatchewan 4-H Foundation Krista Scaldwell Rob Schmeichel Leanne Sprung Marguerite Stark Valerie Stone Cheryl Sullivan Syngenta Canada Inc. Ida Thomas Turkey Farmers of Canada Uniglobe The Premiere Travel Group Roy Westlake Carlie Whetter