E-Newsletter: November 26, 2021

E-Newsletter An update from MBP November 26, 2021

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MBP supports new exhibit at FortWhyte Alive

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The exhibit will showcase the importance of enhancing Manitoba’s soil health via nature-based regenerative and best management agriculture practices (such as cover crops, crop rotations and livestock integration) as a tool to combat climate change.

It is expected that the lab will bring climate change challenges and solutions in a unique prairie context to largely urban visitors.

About FortWhyte Alive

Pictured at the cheque presentation on November 26, 2021 (from left to right): Carson Callum, General Manager, Manitoba Beef Producers; Nancy Howatt, District 2 Director, Manitoba Beef Producers; Liz Wilson, President & CEO, FortWhyte Alive; Lawrence Knockaert, Incoming Chair, Manitoba Forage & Grassland Association; and Duncan Morrison, Executive Director, Manitoba Forage & Grassland Association.

Manitoba Beef Producers is proudly supporting the enhancement of the FortWhyte Alive (FWA) Prairie Soil exhibit and the development of associated programming in the newly renovated Richardson Interpretive Centre and Climate Action Lab. The exhibit is a collection of three dioramas with narrative panels telling the story of prairie soil health as it has evolved over time from prior to settler contact through to today.

Spanning the years with visual storytelling, the diorama is a key exhibit component of FortWhyte Alive’s Interpretive Centre. FWA has worked closely with Manitoba Forage and Grassland Association (MFGA) on the soil health, livestock production synergies and regenerative agriculture details of the Climate Action Lab.

FortWhyte Alive, located at 1961 McReary Rd. in Winnipeg, provides a place for humans to enjoy and learn about natural ecosystems and become inspired to preserve and protect them.

Reaching over 110,000 visitors and 35,000 school children in a typical year on our 660-acre landscape of 5 lakes, forest, marsh, meadow and urban farm; FortWhyte Alive is host to a wide variety of wildlife species in a diverse ecosystem.

There is no other facility or series of programs in Manitoba that offers what FortWhyte Alive does in terms of reach and scope.

As one of Canada's premier charitable, environmental education facilities, FortWhyte welcomes thousands of people a year to benefit from its many programs in environmental education, outdoor recreation, and social enterprise. Open 364 days a year, FortWhyte presents programming during all four seasons and inspires citizens to develop an appreciation for the natural world. Approximately 350 active volunteers are involved in every aspect of the organization's work, from policy development at the Board level to the delivery of over 45 school and public programs.

Over its more than 50-year history of innovative and dynamic programming, FortWhyte Alive has evolved from a modest 'nature center' into one of Canada's preeminent sustainable living education facilities. FortWhyte's unprecedented bounty of built, natural and intellectual assets, supports a unique offering of leading-edge environmental, social enterprise, and recreational programs.

MANITOBA BEEF PRODUCERS Scholarship Application Deadline Extension ***Due to ongoing disruptions arising from the COVID-19 pandemic (and the related impacts on high schools and post-secondary institutions) MBP has pushed the application deadline for its 2021 scholarship competition into December instead of the usual June intake deadline. This application intake process is for students who will be undertaking post-secondary studies in the 2021-22 academic year.

Manitoba Beef Producers is pleased to make available six $500 scholarships annually for MBP members or their children attending a university, college, other post-secondary institution or pursuing trades training. Preference will be given to those students pursuing a field of study related to agriculture or to those acquiring a skilled trade or pursuing a career that would be beneficial to the rural economy.

THE DEADLINE TO APPLY HAS BEEN EXTENDED: Completed applications and all supporting documents must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. Friday, December 3 2021. A selection committee will review the submissions.

Winners will be notified by January 5, 2022.

The scholarship criteria is as follows: Eligibility: • Must be at least 17 years of age as of January 1, 2021.

• Must be an active Manitoba beef producer or the child of an active Manitoba beef producer. Note: This can include beef producers returning to school after a period of time in the workforce.

• Post-secondary program or trades training must be a minimum of one year in duration.

Items You Are Required to Submit: • Completed application form; • A typed 600-word (maximum) essay discussing “What the beef industry means to my family, my community and Manitoba.” Also include the reasons you enjoy being involved in agriculture.*; • A copy of your transcript (either high school, or a recognized college, university or trade school); • Proof of enrolment in a recognized institution (current transcript, or your acceptance letter, or a letter of intent indicating your intended institution and field of study).

• A list of community involvement (e.g. 4-H, community clubs, volunteer work, etc.); and, • The names of two references, including their addresses and telephone numbers.

Submissions and ALL documentation must be sent no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, December 3, 2021 to: Manitoba Beef Producers Scholarship Committee 220 – 530 Century Street Winnipeg MB R3H 0Y4 E-mail: info@mbbeef.ca Fax: (204) 774-3264 For more information, please contact Manitoba Beef Producers at 1-800-772-0458 or email info@mbbeef.ca. *Scholarship winners’ essays will be published in MBP’s newspaper Cattle Country.

MBP 2021-22 Academic Year SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PLEASE PRINT Name: _______________________________________________________________________________ Mailing address: _______________________________________________________________________ Telephone: _____________________________ Email: __________________________________________ Date of birth: _____________________________ Parents’ names if you are under 18: _______________________________________________________ Are you a beef producer? _____________________________ Are you the child of a beef producer? ________ If yes, what is their name(s)? __________________________ Institute of current enrolment: ________________________________________________________________ Current or intended program of post-secondary study or skilled trades training: __________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Duration of post-secondary program or skilled trades training: _________ year (s)

Essay: Please submit a typed 600-word (maximum) essay* on the topic “What the beef industry means to my family, my community, and Manitoba.” Also include the reasons you enjoy being involved in agriculture. *Note: Scholarship winners’ essays will be published in Manitoba Beef Producers’ newspaper Cattle Country.

Please return the completed application form, transcript, and proof of enrolment in a post-secondary institution or an apprenticeship program or a letter of intent to pursue further studies, a list of your community involvement, the typed essay and, your references no later than 4:30 p.m., Friday, December 3, 2021 to: Manitoba Beef Producers Scholarship Committee 220 – 530 Century Street Winnipeg, MB R3H 0Y4 Email: info@mbbeef.ca Fax (204) 774-3264

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COVID-19 Vaccine Updates participating medical clinics and pharmacies between Nov. 25 and 29.

Effective November 24, walk-in appointments are no longer available at the RBC Convention Centre supersite in Winnipeg. Individuals who wish to be immunized at this location can make an appointment online or through the vaccine call centre at (toll-free) 1-844-626-8222 (1-844MAN-VACC).

Eligibility Eligibility for first and second doses of the COVID-19 vaccine includes anyone aged five or older.

As of this morning, more than 22,000 appointments have been booked for children aged 5 to 11. To be eligible, children must be five at the time the appointment is booked and appointments are only currently available at supersites. Vaccine will be delivered to

A third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine is now available to all adults a minimum of six months after their last dose, with limited exceptions.

More information is available at https://manitoba.ca/covid19/vaccine/eligibilitycriteria.html#third.

Many Manitoba vaccine sites are offering walkin and appointment-based vaccinations for COVID and seasonal flu. Eligible individuals can book their appointments online, or by calling (toll-free) 1-844-626-8222 (1-844-MAN-VACC).

For hours and days of operation, visit https://www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/vaccine/finder .html.

More information about the vaccine campaign in Manitoba is available at www.manitoba.ca/vaccine and https://protectmb.ca.

Chronic Wasting Disease Bulletin #3: Additional Activities Being Taken Hunters are required to submit samples from animals harvested within this zone and drop-off depot locations can be found all over the province.

(November 26, 2021 Province of Manitoba News Release) Manitoba Agriculture and Resource

Development advises that additional steps are being taken as part of the provincial emergency response to the discovery of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in Manitoba.

Following the discovery of CWD in Manitoba the province moved swiftly and decisively with a number of measures aimed at containing and stopping the spread of this fatal and highly contagious disease amongst members of the deer family (deer, elk, moose and caribou).

Following a temporary hunting ban, the province’s plan is now moving to the next phase of control, which will include a special, local community deer hunting opportunity in the temporary CWD containment zone.

Starting Nov. 26 and ending Dec. 12, 2021 a controlled, local landowner and local Indigenous hunting opportunity for mule deer and white tailed deer will occur. Hunters and harvesters will need a special permit, which can be obtained from the Roblin District office.

Hunters, harvesters and local landowners continue to have an important role to play in the containment of this deadly disease.

Manitoba currently has a mandatory submission zone for all licenced hunter-harvested cervids (see page 60 of the hunting guide www.gov.mb.ca/fishwildlife/pubs/fish_wildlife/huntingguide.pdf).

Regular communication and updated information is important for CWD awareness, education and public action. More information, including fact sheets and answers to frequently asked questions is available online, and will be updated regularly. This includes details on where and how to submit a sample for CWD testing, submission information, hunter CWD sample test results and the most recent updates. The site will evolve and provide Manitobans with easily accessible, up to date information. The site can be found at www.manitoba.ca/cwd.

CWD is a fatal disease that affects members of the deer family, including white-tailed deer, mule deer, elk, moose and caribou. Animals infected with CWD may appear healthy until the later stages of the disease, and while CWD is not known as a human health risk, meat from a CWD infected animal is not recommended for consumption. Hunters active in areas where CWD has been detected should have their harvested animal tested, practice safe carcass handling protocols and will be notified immediately if their animal has tested positive for CWD. For more information, visit www.manitoba.ca/cwd. Hunters with concerns or questions about an animal that has been harvested can contact the province by email CWD@gov.mb.ca or by calling 1-800-214-6197.

Manitoba Government Announces Public Engagement for Budget 2022 •Thursday, Dec. 2, at 7 p.m., Dome Building, Brandon; and •Friday, Dec. 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Blarney Stone Pub and Restaurant, Killarney.

(November 22, 2021 Province of Manitoba News Release) The provincial government is inviting

Manitobans to participate in in-person and telephone town hall engagement sessions to help inform Budget 2022, Finance Minister Scott Fielding announced.

“As we prepare our upcoming budget, our government remains committed to protecting and supporting all Manitobans during the COVID-19 pandemic, while also maintaining our province’s forward momentum toward a full economic recovery,” said Fielding. “We’re listening to Manitobans and want to hear what matters most to you and your families. To accommodate as many citizens as possible, we’re inviting all Manitobans to participate in their choice of telephone, virtual or in-person engagement sessions.”

Sessions will start in late November and December with more sessions to be announced in January in Winnipeg and other locations.

Additional in-person sessions in January will include Churchill, Thompson, Russell and Dauphin, noted the minister, with dates and locations to come. There will also be additional virtual and telephone town hall sessions in the new year for both Winnipeg and rural Manitoba.

Community meetings: •Monday, Nov. 29, at 7 p.m., RBC Convention Centre, Winnipeg (English-French bilingual session); •Tuesday, Nov. 30, at 7 p.m., Pinawa Community Centre, Pinawa;

Telephone town halls: •Tuesday, Dec. 7, at 6:30 p.m. for northern Manitobans.

Due to COVID-19 public health restrictions, Manitoba Finance asks participants to preregister and reserve a spot for an in-person meeting or sign up to receive a phone call for the telephone town hall at https://engagemb.ca/budget-2022. Participants at in-person sessions will be expected to practise physical distancing. Mask use and proof of vaccination is required.

The Manitoba government also invites Manitobans to participate in an online survey that will launch soon on EngageMB. Manitobans can also email comments and ideas to budget2022@gov.mb.ca or mail written submissions to: Minister of Finance c/o budget engagement 103 - 450 Broadway Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 0V8 “Budget 2022 will focus on providing quality health care and education, advancing truth and reconciliation, investing in infrastructure and growing the economy as we continue to move forward from the impact of the pandemic,” said Fielding. “We invite Manitobans to help prioritize our investments in these key areas.”

The province will release its full public engagement schedule along with the online survey at https://engagemb.ca/budget-2022.

Short Form Pre-Approval Notice - 2011 Lake Manitoba Flood Class Action Notice Of Settlement Approval Hearing WINNIPEG, MB, Nov. 19, 2021 CNW/NEWS PROVIDED BY DD West LLP To: Any person that owned real or personal property off reserve that was damaged by the flooding of Lake Manitoba in 2011: A Class Action Lawsuit May Affect Your Legal Rights BACKGROUND On March 15, 2013, a lawsuit was commenced in the Manitoba Court of Queen's Bench alleging that the Government of Manitoba caused damage to areas surrounding Lake Manitoba by way of causing flooding through the operation of provincial water control works in 2011. The Court certified the lawsuit as a class proceeding, rather than having each class member bring a separate lawsuit. Following trial and judgment, but prior to any appeal, the parties entered into negotiations and have reached a settlement of the lawsuit.

SETTLEMENT APPROVAL The settlement must be approved by the Court before any settlement benefits can be paid to Class Members. If the settlement is approved by the Court, another notice will be published with details on how to make a claim for settlement benefits. The Settlement Approval Hearing is scheduled to occur in the Manitoba Court of Queen's Bench on Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. via video hearing.

Class members interested in attending the Settlement Approval Hearing may do so subject to the COVID-19 restrictions and protocols set out in the Pre-Approval Notice (Long Form),

which can be accessed at the website of Class Counsel, DD West LLP at https://www.ddwestllp.com/.

SETTLEMENT SUMMARY Without admitting any wrongdoing, the Government of Manitoba has agreed to pay $85.5 million to settle the lawsuit. This amount includes a contribution towards lawyer ("Class Counsel") fees and expenses as well as toward the costs of administering the settlement.

All members of the Class are eligible to make claims for settlement benefits. Details of the type of claims that are eligible and the manner in which those claims will be assessed can be accessed at the website of Class Counsel, DD West LLP at https://www.ddwestllp.com/ and at the website of the Claims Administrator at: www.exg.ca/LakeManitobaSettlement2021.

Because payments under the settlement will be based on the total amount of the claims submitted and approved, it is not possible to estimate the amounts that eligible Class Members may receive. Any amounts that Class Members have received under any provincial financial assistance programs will be deducted from any eligible claim.

Information on the timing and the process for making a claim and receiving payment under the settlement will be made available in another notice if the settlement is approved by the Court.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO: Do Nothing. By doing nothing, you will be entitled to participate in the settlement, if it is continued on page 9

Short Form Pre-Approval Notice - 2011 Lake Manitoba Flood Class Action Notice Of Settlement Approval Hearing approved by the Court and if you are an eligible Class Member.

You have the right to submit comments in writing on the proposed settlement, including the amount of proposed legal fees and disbursements payable to Class Counsel, for consideration by the Court at the Settlement Approval Hearing. If you wish to make a written comment, you must submit it to Class Counsel (DD West LLP) no later than December 31, 2021, either by email to one of the addresses listed below, or by mail to the address below with a postmarked date no later than December 31, 2021.

LEARNING MORE The Court office will not be able to answer any questions about the matters in this Notice. If you have any questions regarding the settlement or the Settlement Approval Hearing, you may contact Class Counsel (DD West LLP) at:

DD West LLP Website: https://www.ddwestllp.com/ Email: flood@ddwestllp.com 300 - 305 Broadway Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 3J7 Fax: 204-421-8566 This Notice is approved by Order of the Court of Queen's Bench of Manitoba.

For further information: Brian Meronek, Q.C.: Email: bmeronek@ddwestllp.com, Phone: 204480-6687; William S. Klym: Email: wklym@ddwestllp.com, Phone: 204-4806687; Mark Intertas:, Email: mintertas@ddwestllp.com, Phone: 204480-6687; DD West LLP (General Line), Phone: 204-421-8655 Organization Profile: DD West LLP

Manitoba and Saskatchewan Renew Memorandum of Understanding on Water Management

(November 24, 2021 Province of Manitoba News Release) The governments of Manitoba and

Saskatchewan have renewed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) respecting water management between the two provinces, Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development Minister Ralph Eichler and Saskatchewan Minister Responsible for Water Security Agency Fred Bradshaw announced today.

“We recognize the tremendous progress made in the last five years with Saskatchewan to improve water management across our shared watersheds,” said Eichler. “Renewing our partnership will help both jurisdictions continue to focus on today’s issues like flooding, drought and drainage, while providing a strong framework to meet new challenges.”

Manitoba and Saskatchewan share a number of transboundary watersheds including the

Assiniboine and Saskatchewan rivers’ watersheds. Activities and developments such as drainage across these watersheds have the potential to impact downstream water quantity and quality.

“Saskatchewan looks forward to continue working with Manitoba as part of this important partnership,” said Bradshaw. “We feel this approach will identify and tackle issues that are important to landowners, communities and our respective governments.”

Both governments entered into an MOU in 2015 that set out broad principles to facilitate a co-operative and co-ordinated approach in their efforts to mitigate flooding, drought, to protect and improve water quality and aquatic ecosystem health, to achieve a healthy, prosperous and sustainable-shared watersheds for present and future generations.

The renewed MOU will be in effect for five years, expiring in 2026. For more information on the MOU, visit www.manitoba.ca/water/watershed/trans boundary/index.html.

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Manitoba Public Insurance announces new COVID-19 pandemic policy: effective Jan. 3, 2022

(November 23, 2021 MPI News Release) In

alignment with Manitoba Public Insurance’s duty to provide and maintain a safe and healthy workplace, the Corporation has developed a pandemic policy focusing on protecting employees, customers and our community, which will be effective Jan. 3, 2022.

“As the pandemic continues to evolve, our health and safety protocols must evolve with it, especially as COVID-19 variants pose increasingly significant risks. This policy establishes the requirements and expectations to reduce the risk of transmitting the virus during the ongoing pandemic,” said MPI President and CEO Eric Herbelin.

as brokers, direct repair shops, and rehabilitation partners, in their own business locations. Individuals from these groups will be treated as visiting public upon entering an MPI location.

“MPI is committed to taking reasonable precautions it considers necessary to ensure the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the general public against the transmission and to reduce the severity of the illnesses associated with COVID-19. As such, this policy will be effective for the duration of the pandemic and will be reviewed regularly,” said Herbelin.

Policy Highlights: •

The policy applies to customers taking a road test or an in-office cognitive assessment, as plexi-glass barriers or physical distancing are not possible in providing these services. When accessing these services, these customers must provide either proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result prior to entering an MPI location. While customers accessing other MPI services will not be required to adhere to this policy, they still must follow all health and safety protocols in place, including self-screening and wearing a mask at all times.

All in-car road tests, including Class 1-5, and in-office cognitive assessments must share proof of full vaccination; or 2) Provide proof of a negative result after taking a rapid test, at their own expense. Customers with existing appointments scheduled for Jan. 3, 2022 and later will be contacted.

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The policy also applies to all third-party individuals, including consultants, volunteers, board members and contractors, including students and instructors in the Driver Z program.

Contractors/consultants: When entering an MPI location for the purpose of completing work, where there may be interactions with MPI employees, individuals will be required to provide proof of full vaccination or proof of a negative test result 48 hours prior to arriving on-site.

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Driver Z instructors: Individual instructors will be required to provide proof of vaccination, or proof that they have obtained a negative test result in the 48 hours prior to the scheduled

This policy will not apply to service providers, business partners and authorized agents, such

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Manitoba Public Insurance announces new COVID-19 pandemic policy: effective Jan. 3, 2022 time of any planned interactions with either MPI employees or the public.

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All individuals (students and instructors) participating in the Driver Z program have the right to request proof of immunization prior to the appointment.

Service will be denied to individuals if proof is not provided.

“We’re working diligently to maintain our business per usual,” said Herbelin. “However, with safety in mind, MPI will deny service or access to premises to individuals who do not provide proof of vaccination or negative test result, unless accommodation is required as recognized by the Manitoba Human Rights Code.”

Anyone on MPI premises, regardless of their vaccination or testing status, is still expected to follow all health and safety protocols, whether enforced by public health or MPI. This includes wearing face masks, maintaining physical distancing during any interactions and following the exposure protocols outlined by the Province of Manitoba.

The policy also aligns with requirements for MPI employees, which were recently announced.

Effective January 3, 2022, all MPI employees must consent to share proof of full vaccination or consent to complete regular COVID-19 testing every 48 hours prior to attending an MPI work location.

Province Unveils New `Path to Progressing Together' Agenda in Speech from the Throne •

removing barriers that delay Manitobans from getting the medical care they urgently need;

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addressing the nursing shortage with increased and targeted training opportunities;

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implementing a renewed seniors strategy so aging Manitobans are able to stay safe in their own homes, close to family and their personal support systems, for as long as they choose;

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improving access and co-ordination of mental health and addictions services;

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working with community partners to meet the needs of single parents, Indigenous youth and people with disabilities;

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expanding supports for those experiencing family violence;

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accelerating the implementation of the federal-provincial agreement on early learning and child care;

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improving the kindergarten to Grade 12 education system to better prepare students for their future;

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promoting collaboration between advanced education and training institutions and employers to provide Manitobans with the right skills to succeed that meet the evolving needs of the labour market;

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advancing the Skills, Talent and Knowledge Strategy to accelerate postpandemic economic recovery;

(November 23, 2021 Province of Manitoba News Release) The Manitoba government unveiled its

new agenda, ‘Path to Progressing Together’, which focuses on working together with all Manitobans to build a stronger, healthier and more inclusive province, Premier Heather Stefanson announced.

Delivered by the Lt.-Gov. Janice C. Filmon at the opening of the fourth session of the 42nd legislature, the speech from the throne sets out the new premier’s vision for a strong economic and social recovery, with a focus on the health and well-being of all Manitobans.

“Our government is embarking on a path in a new direction; we are committed to working side by side with all Manitobans in the spirit of collaboration, co-operation and reconciliation,” said Stefanson. ”As we continue to address the challenges posed by COVID-19, we are also focused on creating a stronger, more sustainable health-care system, providing greater supports for families, seniors and vulnerable Manitobans, improving education and training opportunities, and laying the ground work to foster investment, job creation and economic growth.”

Key initiatives of the Path to Progressing Together agenda include: •

working with Indigenous leaders, elders, knowledge keepers, families and community members to advance shared goals and seek reconciliation, healing and a path forward together;

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ensuring Indigenous and new Canadian students are given opportunities to participate in post-secondary education and training;

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partnering with the federal government to boost immigration and provincial nominee programs;

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implementing a venture capital framework to attract international investment and help businesses grow at all stages of their development;

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committing to a renewed partnership with the Government of Canada to advance shared priorities and opportunities including transportation and strategic infrastructure, agriculture and food production;

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creating a greener Manitoba with an energy policy framework to explore innovative technologies that will reduce emissions and stimulate the economy;

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modernizing and expanding the City of Winnipeg’s waste-water treatment system; and

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preserving nature and heritage spaces, and promoting tourism and the arts and culture sector throughout Manitoba.

Note: With respect to agriculture, the provincial Throne Speech specifically stated, “Water strategies and investments not only combat droughts but ensure safe water for

communities and enable more investments. Our Manitoba Protein Advantage Strategy will not continue to attract investment unless we guarantee water for our producers and processors.”

To read the provincial speech from the throne, visit www.manitoba.ca/thronespeech.

The federal government’s throne speech was also unveiled this week. Of note, it stated,”Increasing the price on pollution while putting more money back in Canadians’ pockets will deliver a cleaner environment and a stronger economy. Protecting our land and oceans will address biodiversity loss… Creating the Canada Water Agency will safeguard that vital resource and support our farmers. And to address the realities communities across the country already face, the Government will also strengthen action to prevent and prepare for floods, wildfires, droughts, coastline erosion, and other extreme weather worsened by climate change. The Government will be there to build back in communities devastated by these events. This will include the development of Canada’s first-ever National Adaptation Strategy… Canada’s prosperity – and middle class jobs – depend on preserving and expanding open, rules-based trade and ensuring our supply chains are strong and resilient.”

To read the federal throne speech go to: https://www.canada.ca/en/privycouncil/campaigns/speechthrone/2021/building-resilient-economy.html

Intake for Ag Action Manitoba – Assurance: Beneficial Management Practice Activities is Now Open Producers are advised that the intake period for Ag Action Manitoba – Assurance: Beneficial Management Practice activities begins on Monday, November 8th and closes on December 10, 2021 for projects that will occur in 2022/23. More details on available on the Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development site: https://www.manitoba.ca/agriculture/environ ment/environmental-farm-plan/assurancebmp.html

• Permanent fencing to restrict livestock access to surface water and dugouts — construction materials — associated components and installation costs

• Permanent pipeline development — pipe, plumbing materials, trenching, earthworks, etc.

— professional and contractor fees

This intake period includes applications for BMP 503 ‒ Managing Livestock Access to Riparian Areas. For this BMP there is a cost share ratio of 50:50 and a funding cap of $10,000 per application. Applicants may submit more than one application.

Under BMP 503 the following costs are eligible: • Water source development – Wells — drilling new or deepening existing wells, test hole drilling, screening, casing, well caps etc.

— water pumps and required plumbing components — professional and contractor fees

• Water source development – Dugouts — constructing new or rehabilitating existing dugouts, test hole drilling, etc.

— professional and contractor fees

• Alternative watering system equipment — solar, wind or grid powered systems — associated components and installation costs

• Watering system components* — watering bowls, troughs or storage tanks * Eligible as a part of a water source development project; items are not eligible as a stand-alone.

• personal labour ($25 per hour) and personal equipment use (at set program rates outlined in the Farm Machinery Custom and Rental Rate Guide) Ineligible costs include: maintenance and operation expenses; perimeter fencing for upland grazing management; expenses related to removing or replacing existing fences or water infrastructure, such as storage tanks or water troughs; portable livestock corral panels; portable gas/diesel powered water pumps, generators, water meters; materials and construction costs for pump houses; aeration systems for dugouts, etc.; above ground pipelines; hauling or pumping of water to fill empty dugouts; and, temporary set up of watering systems. continued on page 16

Intake for Ag Action Manitoba – Assurance: Beneficial Management Practice Activities is Now Open Examples of other BMPs eligible for cost-shared funding to farmers include: Resource Management Planning, Establishment of a Cover Crop, Increasing Frequency of Perennials in Annual Rotations, Perennial Cover for Sensitive Lands, Improved Pasture and Forage Quality, Intercropping, Farmyard Runoff Control, Relocation of Confined Livestock Areas, and others.

An Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Statement of Competition is not required at time of application, however it is required at time of claim, if approved.

EFP Workshops are ongoing through the fall and winter. Dates and locations are posted at www.ManitobaEFP.ca.

Application deadline: December 3, 2021

Government support cannot exceed 25 or 50 per cent of eligible expenses, depending on project type, with varying funding caps from $10,000 to $100,000. The total maximum amount payable to one farm operation is $60,000 (not including BMP: Barn Odour Reduction and BMP: Managing Livestock Access to Riparian Areas) over the term of the Ag Action Manitoba program. Farmers may apply and receive funding for more than one BMP over the term of Ag Action Manitoba. Only one application per BMP on the same parcel of land and/or for a single project where there may be common components across multiple applications, will be eligible for funding.

Livestock Feed and Transportation Drought Assistance Program

Frequently Asked Questions What is the purpose of the Livestock Feed and Transportation Drought Assistance Program?

The program was developed in consultation with industry to help meet the needs of Manitoba producers experiencing low moisture levels.

The program will assist livestock producers affected by low moisture conditions in 2021 to purchase feed in order to maintain their breeding herds. Producers may be eligible to apply for two types of assistance: 1. Feed assistance - buy and test feed for eligible breeding animals 2. Feed transportation assistance - transport purchased feed from distant locations for eligible breeding animals Who is eligible for the Livestock Feed and Transportation Drought Assistance Program?

Primary producers who owned or leased the eligible animals, located in Manitoba, as of June 1, 2021 and continued to own or lease them to March 15, 2022 or later are eligible.

Eligible animals include breeding head of beef and dairy cattle, horses raised for Pregnant Mare Urine (PMU), sheep, goats and bison. Breeding animals are mature females exposed to breeding (male or artificial insemination) and males used previously for breeding.

The producer must own or lease a minimum of 10 animals (by animal type) to apply for the program.

How do I apply?

Applicants can download the Application Form, Declaration of Eligible Breeding Animals, and associated program documents on the website at manitoba.ca/agriculture. Application packages can also be picked up at any of the ARD/MASC Service Centres, or mailed to you by calling us at 1-844-769-6224. The minimum value of receipts required to submit an application is $500.

Review the AgriRecovery Drought Assistance – Farmers Guidebook for detailed information on eligible and ineligible costs and other program requirements.

When is the deadline to apply to the program?

April 15, 2022 is the final day to apply.

Can multiple applications be submitted?

Yes, you can submit more than one application until program maximums are reached.

1. Feed Assistance What feed assistance can I apply for?

The eligible feeds that can be purchased for eligible animals from June 1, 2021 to March 15, 2022 to maintain them over the winter include:  grazed corn and greenfeed  mechanically harvested hay, silage, greenfeed, stover, straw, including those purchased as standing crops or grazed in a swath  grain and concentrates (pulses, oilseeds, canola meal, soybean meal, screenings, dried distillers grain and other feeds as approved by the Program Administrator) When can eligible feeds be purchased? Are claims retro-active to a certain date?

Eligible feed purchases can occur from June 1, 2021 to March 15, 2022.

Is there assistance for feed testing the eligible feedstuffs?

Yes, the program will pay for feed testing to determine the nutritional value of eligible feeds.

Can feed be purchased for feeders or non-breeding animals?

No, feed for feeders, growing animals or non-breeding aged animals is not eligible under this program.

How will livestock feed assistance payments be calculated?

The administrator will make payments to the applicant for purchases and testing of Eligible Feed made between June 1, 2021 and March 15, 2022, as follows:  On a per breeding head basis, a producer share will be applied $50 per head for beef and dairy cattle, bison and horses (PMU only) and $10 per head for sheep and goats.  Payments will be equal to 75 per cent of the purchased cost of feed and feed testing that exceeds the producer share to a maximum per head payment. The maximum payment is $250 per head for beef and dairy cattle, bison and horses (PMU only) and $50 per head for sheep and goats.

How are the breeding head determined in calculating payments?  Breeding head are based on the number declared on the Declaration of Eligible Breeding Animals at the time of first application. The declaration is the number of head being maintained and fed over winter, and does not include animals that have or will be sold prior to March 15, 2022. If applicants reduce their breeding animals below the number declared with their first application, they should contact the Program Administrator and submit a new declaration.

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2. Feed Transportation Assistance What feeds qualify for feed transportation assistance?

Feed transportation assistance is provided for the movement of eligible feed types (hay, straw, greenfeed, stover, silage, grain and concentrates) to eligible breeding animals. The eligible concentrates are pulses, oilseeds, canola meal, soybean meal, screenings, dried distillers grain and other feeds as approved by the Program Administrator.

What are the eligible dates and distances for feed transportation?

Transportation costs for eligible feed purchased and transported between June 1, 2021 and March 15, 2022, for a minimum distance of 40 kilometres up to a maximum one-way distance of 600 kilometres.

What are the payments for the feed transportation assistance?

Payments will be calculated on the tonnes hauled on a per loaded kilometre basis up to 600 kilometres.

For hay, straw, greenfeed, stover, and silage the payment rates are:  $0.16 per tonne kilometre for the first 100 kilometres of a haul  $0.10 per tonne kilometre for the remainder of a haul for up to an additional 500 kilometres.

For grains and concentrate, the payment rate is $0.05 per tonne kilometre up to 600 kilometres.

Payments for each receipt or invoice provided by the applicant will be the payment rate multiplied by the distance transported multiplied by the number of tonnes transported, or the amount of the receipt, whichever is less. Feed can be hauled further than 600 kilometres; however, the extra distance is not eligible for payment.

Can feed be sourced from outside of Manitoba qualify for assistance?

Feed can be sourced from outside Manitoba and the shipping will still be eligible based on the program’s rates and distances.

Does the feed transportation assistance come out of the feed assistance funding?

Feed transportation assistance is in addition to funding available to a producer for feed purchases. It is not subtracted from the $250 per head cap for beef, bison and PMU horses or $50 cap for sheep and goats.

Is feed transportation assistance available for animals moved to an alternate feeding location?

Feed transportation assistance is not available for animals for which producers have received assistance to move eligible animals to an alternate feeding location under the Livestock Transportation Drought Assistance program.

Alternate feeding locations should have adequate feed locally available for the animals moved.

What feed is not eligible for feed transportation assistance?  Feed for market animals or ineligible animals.  Feed produced on your own operation.  Feed for breeding animals that are sold/culled prior to March 15, 2022.  Feed that is sold or replaces similar feed that is sold.  Feed transported less than 40 kilometres.  Feed transported to an alternate feeding location used to house eligible animals for which the applicant received payments under Livestock Transportation Drought Assistance.

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Reminder: Applications being accepted for Agricultural Crown Lands Forage Productivity Pilot Program The intake for the Agricultural Crown Lands Forage Productivity Pilot Program is open.

Funded by the federal and provincial governments it will provide targeted financial assistance to Agricultural Crown Land forage leaseholders to adopt best management practices to sustainably increase the productivity on their Agricultural Crown Land forage leases.

Eligible recipients must have an active Agricultural Crown Land lease that is in good standing and must complete an Environmental Farm Plan. Eligible items under the Agricultural Crown Lands Forage Productivity Pilot Program include grazing management plans, water

source development and watering systems, cross-fencing for pasture management, and forage rejuvenation such as forage establishment and brush management.

Improvements must be completed within the one-year pilot project. Farmers could begin submitting applications on November 8, 2021.

For more information on the Agricultural Crown Lands Forage Productivity Pilot Program, and other Ag Action Manitoba- Assurance Beneficial Management Practices programming in Manitoba, please visit: www.gov.mb.ca/agriculture/canadianagricultural-partnership/ag-action-manitobaprogram/for-farmers.html.

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Reminder from Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation (MASC) November 30 is MASC’s deadline to complete your Harvested Production Report, file postharvest claims, and select your 2022 Excess Moisture Insurance coverage. HPRs and claims can be completed online through myMASC or with one of our team members at an ARD and

MASC Service Centre. It’s important to file your HPR as soon as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions Agricultural Crown Lands Forage Productivity Pilot Program

Q1. What is the Agricultural Crown Lands Forage Productivity Pilot Program?

A: The ACLFP is a pilot program that provides Agricultural Crown Land (ACL) lessees with 75% cost-shared programming of up to $30,000 per farm operation to develop a grazing management plan, add infrastructure (cross-fencing, wells, dugouts) and rejuvenate forage lands (perennial forage seed, seeding and brush management) in order to improve pasture productivity. Project must occur between April and December of 2022.

Program details can be accessed here: http://webpublishing.mbgov.ca/en/agriculture/canadian-agriculturalpartnership/Documents/guidebook/ag-action-mb-program-guide-for-aclfp.pdf

Q2. Who is eligible to apply?

A: ACL lease holders in good standing can apply. A farm business or operation with multiple shareholders or partners, operation names or units, will count as one eligible applicant. Each farm operation can submit one application that includes all applicable activities (planning, infrastructure and/or rejuvenation).

However, Municipal lands under ACL lease are not eligible for this program.

Q3. When is the deadline to apply?

A: Applications must be received no later than December 31, 2021. They will be assessed by technical reviewers based on the environmental benefit assessment index, program priorities and project planning.

Q4. Do I need support from ACL to submit an application for a project?

A: Yes. You will need a Letter of Support for the proposed project from your local Farm Production Extension Specialist (FPES) – Crown Lands (see contact info in Q14, below) and the Letter of Support must be submitted along with your application.

While your FPES-Crown Lands must ensure that your proposed project is suitable for your ACL lease, they are not responsible for ACLFP funding approval.

Q5. What do I need to include with my application?

A: Be sure to answer all questions in the application form itself: explain the proposed project in detail, current practices, and the benefit of the new practice; answer all BMP Specific Questions (as listed in the guidebook), and complete the budget table in full.

Along with your application, you will need to include: - a written Letter of Support from your local FPES – Crown Lands for your proposed project (see Q3 above).

- an aerial map of the forage land with the location of the existing and proposed water sources identified as well as any fencing (existing and new), and land to be rejuvenated.

- an official quote for contracted items (if applicable).

Q6. When can I start my project?

A: Projects must occur between April 1, 2022 and December 30, 2022 in order to be eligible for ACLFP funding.

Project deadlines will be specified in the approval letter, should your application be approved.

If work is started on a project before formal written approval of program funding is received, the applicant does so at their own risk.

Q7. When do I need to complete my project?

A: The project must be completed and claims submitted by the date indicated in your decision letter (all claims must be submitted no later than December 30, 2022).

Q8. Do I need any permits?

A: Applicants must meet all regulatory requirements. This may include: • approvals from the Crown: ACL Work Permit – see Q9 below.

• a Water Rights License is required for all livestock operations extracting more than 25,000 litres (25 m3 or 5,499 Imperial gallons) per day. If developing a new water source, a permit must be obtained in advance of work beginning.

• any other standards or approvals as required by law.

Q9. How do I get a Work Permit from ACL to implement a project on my ACL lease?

A: An ACL Work Permit is required prior to conducting work on ACL leases.

- If your ACLFP project application is approved, an ACL Work Permit will be issued to you from your FPESCrown Land along with the approval letter.

- If you plan to initiate your project in advance of receiving ACLFP approval, you will need to secure an ACL Work Permit from an FPES – Crown Lands prior to beginning work.

Q10. Do I need a valid Environmental Farm Plan Statement of Completion?

A: You can submit an application without a valid Statement of Completion, however, if your project is approved, you will be required to provide proof of a valid EFP when you submit your project claim for reimbursement.

Environmental Farm Plan workshop dates and locations will be listed online.

Q11. Does my dugout or well need to have a specific capacity?

A: The ACLFP pilot program does not have guidelines for dugout capacity, but you should discuss your plans with your FPES – Crown Lands.

Q12. Can I pump / pipe / haul water from an existing water source into a dugout that has gone dry?

A: Piping or hauling water from any water source (well, dugout or wetland) into a dugout that has run dry is not eligible.

Q13. How deep does a pipeline need to be?

A: Summer pasture pipelines permanently installed underground, and which can be properly winterized before freezing are eligible (ex: installed with a pasture pipeline plow). Above-ground pipelines are ineligible. Projects must be for permanent solutions only.

Q14. If I have more questions, who can I contact?

A: If the question is about project implementation on an ACL lease, please contact: FPES – Crown Lands Greg Logan Luanne Berjian Neil Overby Tyson Gillis

Location Beausejour Minnedosa Dauphin Dauphin

Districts 20, 50, 52 30, 31 42,51 43, 44

E-mail Greg.Logan@gov.mb.ca Luanne.Berjian@gov.mb.ca Neil.Overby@gov.mb.ca Tyson.Gillis@gov.mb.ca

A: If the question is about specific eligibility criteria or the application process, please contact: • Andrea Bertholet (Andrea.Bertholet@gov.mb.ca) or • Colleen Wilson (Colleen.Wilson2@gov.mb.ca).

Manitoba Beef Producers 2021 DroughtRelated Industry Survey reservoirs, restoring existing water sources, or hauling water. Producers are also asked to indicate their intentions with respect to herd sizes going forward, such as projected culling rates.

This survey should take about 5-10 minutes to complete. Your participation is sincerely appreciated.

In support of Manitoba Beef Producers’ drought-related advocacy efforts with the federal and provincial governments, MBP is conducting a confidential producer survey to gather further data on the impact the drought is having on the province’s beef sector.

For example, producers are being asked to identify their estimated percentage of feed/forage production compared to last year.

Producers are asked to indicate if they are incurring additional fencing costs in order to access alternate sources of feed for grazing.

There are questions related to the drought’s impact on water resources. This includes investments producers are having to make in this area, such as digging new wells or

Note: All data and comments collected will be aggregated before being used for MBP’s advocacy activities. No operation-specific identifying information will be shared with governments.

Thank you in advance for your consideration in completing the survey which can be found at the following link:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ YX52PFG MBP is continuing to engage with government officials about the severity of the drought, its effects on producers and the need for a timely, multi-pronged approach to help the beef industry deal with the immediate and longerterm implications of the drought.

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Committment to the land, water, air, and wildlife is a prerequisite to raising healthy cattle. Sustainability is not a buzzword... it's a way of life.

raise the bar on raising beef TESA NOMINATION & APPLICATION PACKAGE

Tesa background Since 1996, The Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA) has been awarded annually at the provincial and national level to recognize cattle producers’ leadership in conservation. Nominees and applicants are selected based on their stewardship practices, accomplishments and goals.

ELIGIBILITY

All beef cattle operations in Canada are eligible to apply. Producers can either be nominated by an individual or organization or apply themselves through their provincial or regional cattle organization(s). All methods are equally encouraged.

THE BRITISH COLUMBIA CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION

#4 - 10145 Dallas Dr. • Kamloops, BC • V2C 6T4 PHONE 250.573.3611 FAX 250.573.5155 EMAIL info@cattlemen.bc.ca

Where provinces or regions have annual stewardship awards, nominees and applicants compete for awards based on their province or region of residence. Where provincial or regional organization(s) do not present an annual award, they can select a nominee who has engaged in significant environmental stewardship activities on their farm or ranch.

ALBERTA BEEF PRODUCERS

Past nominees are encouraged to resubmit their application. Previous recipients may not reapply.

SASKATCHEWAN STOCK GROWERS ASSOCIATION

PROVINCIAL AWARD

Provincial recipients are announced at their respective provincial cattle association’s annual general meeting. All provincial award recipients then move forward to compete at the national level.

165, 6815-8th Street N.E. • Calgary, AB • T2E 7H7 PHONE 403.451-1176 FAX 403.274.0007 EMAIL katelynl@albertabeef.org

Box 4752 • Regina, SK • S4P 3Y4 PHONE 306.757.8523 FAX 306.569.8799 EMAIL ssga@sasktel.net

MANITOBA BEEF PRODUCERS

220-530 Century St. • Winnipeg, MB • R3H 0Y4

NATIONAL AWARD

The national TESA recipient is announced during the Canadian Beef Industry Conference (CBIC). All provincial recipients are awarded an all-expense paid trip for two to attend CBIC and the CCA Semi-Annual Meeting that is held in different locations across Canada in August of each year. The national TESA recipient is also awarded a belt buckle and certificate.

APPLICATIONS DUE

July 1st of each year. Manitoba applications are due December 3, 2021.

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TOLL-FREE 1.800.772.0458 or 204.772.4542 FAX 204.774.3264 EMAIL info@mbbeef.ca

BEEF FARMERS OF ONTARIO

130 Malcolm Rd. • Guelph, ON • N1K 1B1 PHONE 519.824.0334 FAX 519.824.9101 EMAIL info@ontariobeef.com

LES PRODUCTEURS DE BOVINS DU QUEBEC/ QUEBEC CATTLE PRODUCERS

555, Boulevard Roland-Therrien, Bureau 305 • Longueuil, PQ • J4H 4G2 PHONE 450.679.0540 FAX 450.442.9348 EMAIL mediaspbq@upa.qc.ca

MARITIME BEEF COUNCIL

7 Atlantic Central Dr. • East Mountain, NS • B6L 2Z2 PHONE 506.349.5395 FAX 902.893.7063 EMAIL maritimebeefcouncil@gmail.com

Tesa application

Name(s):

Phone:

Farm Name:

Email:

Address:

PLEASE ATTACH A WORD DOCUMENT WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: 1. Provide a description of your farm including the environment it operates in.

2. What have you done/what are you doing to improve environmental management on your farm?

3. What are your challenges and successes? Please include high-resolution images and data which help show measurable results.

4. What factors have enabled you to make management changes? (e.g. Working with conservation organizations, programs such as the Environmental Farm Plan, funding support, education, etc.)

5. What are your environmental goals for the future and how do you plan to carry them out?

6. Include two letters of reference that speak to your leadership in conservation.

Please limit your application to 10 pages (not including letters of reference and photos). Electronic applications are preferred and a single, complete PDF document is requested. A sample application from previous years can be found online at https://www.cattle.ca/sustainability/theenvironmental-stewardship-award/how-to-nominate/

WHAT TO INCLUDE IN THE APPLICATION: A selection of no less than ten high-resolution images suitable for reproduction on social media, print etc.

Video presentation link if available, media stories/ broadcasts showcasing your stewardship efforts.

TESA SPONSORS

TESA sponsorship program is available to appropriate organizations that wish to affiliate themselves with the CCA’s TESA program. In addition to showing support for environmental stewardship and Canada’s beef cattle producers, the program also provides the opportunity to join industry leaders, government representatives and nearly 60,000 Canadian beef farms in the national discussion on environmental issues affecting the industry. For more information, visit www.cattle.ca/what-is-tesa

TESA PLATINUM SPONSOR

For more than 65 years, MNP has been helping beef producers get the most from their operations. Whether you are looking to pass the farm on to the next generation, improve your profitability, be more competitive or expand MNP’s beef industry specialists will help you get the results you’re looking for. To find out what MNP can do for you, contact Marvin Slingerland, Partner, MNP Lethbridge, at Director of Livestock Services at 1.800.661.8097 or Marvin.Slingerland@mnp.ca

Contact your provincial organization listed on the previous page to determine when your association requires you to submit your application for the provincial award.

HE L P ING YO U GE T E VE N M O RE O UT O F YO UR L IVE ST O C K O P E RATIO N.