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Important Reminders: 2022 Spring Flood and Mandatory Documents Required for Farm Claims Under the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program
The following information has been provided by the provincial government.
Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) continues to evaluate farm applications under the Spring 2022 Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) program.
To process DFA claims, EMO requires certain documents from applicants to ensure the integrity of our program and to ensure that funds are being spent appropriately. Manitoba also shares the costs of disasters with the Government of Canada, and Manitoba must demonstrate to the federal government that we have verified that assistance payments are only made for eligible items. We thank you in advance for your cooperation in providing these important documents.
EMO has prepared a video on the mandatory documents and DFA for Farms. It is available at: https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/dfa/videofarmdfa.mp4
If you have not already, please provide the following in support of your DFA claim as soon as possible so that we can proceed to evaluate your claim and provide assistance:
• The most recent property tax bill for your property to confirm the property value and property ownership of all affected parcels of land and structures.
• For claims with damage to rented land where repairs are delegated by the landowner to the tenant, the Land Owner's Authorization must be completed and signed by the landowner.
• A copy of the insurance declaration form, completed by your insurance broker
• A signed, original copy of the Financial Assistance Application. The names on this document must match the names on the property tax bill.
• Tax information (send copies of all that apply to you):
o For a farm that is a sole proprietorship, a complete copy of the most recent T1 General income tax return or notarized proof of income and Statements of Income and Expense.
o For a farm that is a partnership, a complete copy of your partnership agreement and a complete copy of the most recent T1 General income tax return.
o For a farm that is a limited company, a complete copy of your articles of incorporation, a complete copy of the most recent general income tax return and statements of income and expenses.
• Veterinary Certificate completed and signed for verification of livestock loss.
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An update from MBP February 24, 2023 mbbeef.ca
Spring 2022 Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) program – continued from page 1
With respect to repairs, the provincial government reminds applicants of the importance of having complete documentation, including:
• Take pictures of the damages before and after repairs
• Keep a log of the labour and equipment hours they spend on clean up and repairs
o Provide details on types of equipment used
o Fuel used
o Nature of labour and hours
• Keep records of any materials used to complete repairs (invoices and proof of payment)
You can email the required documents to dfa@gov.mb.ca; please ensure you quote your DFA claim number in the email.
Program deadline
November 15, 2023: Program Closure Deadline
– DFA is working with all claimants so that repairs can be completed and required documents submitted to Manitoba EMO no later than November 15, 2023.
Manitoba EMO – DFA
Toll Free: 1-888-267-8298
Fax: (204) 945-4929
1525 - 405 Broadway
Winnipeg MB R3C 3L6
https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/dfa/farm.html
PRESS RELEASE
Manitoba Simmental Assoc. Scholarship Recipients FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Manitoba Simmental Association is pleased to be able to award three 2022 MSA Scholarships to deserving applicants!!
Congratulations to Sam de Rocquigny, Cade Cruickshanks, and Megan Beswitherick. Each of these individuals will receive a cheque for $1000.00 to put towards their post-secondary education expenses. Due to the support of our members in our various fundraising efforts over the years, the MSA is able to give up to three $1000.00 scholarships each year. Each applicant must be a MSA member and/or child of a MSA member and is judged on their application and interview process by our scholarship committee. Sam, Cade, and Megan will be highlighted in individual upcoming posts. If you see any of these individuals, please feel free to congratulate them on their various accomplishments to date.
Sam de Rocquigny hails from Haywood, MB and is the son of long-time Simmental breeders Pam and Norbert de Rocquigny of Bert's NR Simmentals. Sam is currently enrolled in the Diploma of Agriculture at the University of Manitoba and will graduate from the program in the spring of 2024.
Sam has been involved with his family farm from a young age and his duties and responsibilities have constantly increased throughout the years. He is involved with every aspect of the operation, from feeding cattle, to seeding and fencing and everything in between. Sam enjoys helping show cattle with his family throughout the province and is involved in the Pembina Triangle Simmental Assoc. and the Premium Beef sales, through which they market some of their purebred females and bulls.
Sam has been very active in his school and community. He was a 10-year member of his local beef 4-H club, having held many executive positions such as president, vice-president, treasurer, and club reporter. He was also awarded the 2018 Most Valuable Member from the club. In addition to his 4-H involvement, Sam was very involved in his school, playing soccer and badminton as well as various intramurals. He was the 2022 Grad President as well as the 2022 Co-Valedictorian for the St. Claude School Complex. Another of his personal accomplishments is to have been twice part of the Team Manitoba Broomball team that participated in the National Championships, having most recently been the assistant captain of that team. Sam continues to be active by playing on an intramural hockey team at the university as well as playing broomball whenever time allows.
Sam plans to return to the farm at Haywood, where they have recently increased their purebred herd. He hopes to make it more profitable and efficient through all that he learn in his courses and from his professors at the University of Manitoba. Congratulations Sam!!
Cade Cruickshanks is from a small farm in the Brandon area, where the family farms a small herd of black and red Simmental cattle. Cade is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting Program at the University of Manitoba and will graduate the program in 2023.
While at university, Cade continues to be involved in the day-to-day decisions on his family farm and continues to grow his own purebred Simmental division, Broken C Simmentals. When time allows, he is able to be involved with the daily operation of the farm. He is also a member of the MB YCSA, currently on the fundraising committee.
Cade has been involved in Manitoba 4-H in various ways, including an Adult Member Advisor at the 2022 Senior Member Event, and is currently sitting as the Youth Director on the Manitoba Board of Directors. He is also on the executive for his local Brandon Hills Community Club. Through these roles, he hopes to bring new ideas, events, and direction to both of these organizations.
Upon graduation from University of Manitoba, Cade will be working with MNP LLP and pursuing his professional CPA designation and specialize in various agricultural aspects. He plans to continue his education in agriculture through his profession to strengthen the agriculture industry for the future, as well as continuing to grow his purebred herd. Congratulations Cade!
Megan Beswitherick grew up on a mixed grain/beef operation at Austin, MB. Megan is currently enrolled in the Business Administration, Marketing Diploma at Assiniboine Community College in Brandon, MB. Upon graduation in 2023, she will then transfer to Briercrest College in Saskatchewan to complete her Business Degree in 2025.
Megan has been involved with her family farm her entire life, particularly on the cattle end. Her parent's herd is primarily angus/Simmental cross and Megan always admired the Simmental traits in the cattle.
In 2014, at the age of 11, Megan and her sister started a purebred Simmental operation named Lil' Chicks Cattle Co, financed by their 4-H beef projects. The herd has grown throughout the years, and they now are able to market females and bulls through the Pembina Triangle Simmental Assoc. and the Premium Beef purebred sales. Megan has been working for other purebred cattle producers for many years, helping them at shows and sales. She is excited that they have been able to now show their own purebred animals around the province and also has been very privileged to be able judge at jackpot shows.
Megan has always been extremely involved in her community through school and sports. She has been part of the Big Brothers/Big Sisters Mentorship Program, and has organized many fundraisers for people in need, highlighted by a campaign she ran to benefit the Portage Women's Shelter during the pandemic. Megan's participation in high level sports has enabled her to play at the post-secondary level in hockey, soccer, and futsal. Her highlights have been being awarded the First Team Goalie at the ACHA National Championships in St. Louis where her college team won the National Championships, and being named the Female Athlete of the Year for her college. She has also served as the captain for her college soccer team and is looking forward to playing on the varsity basketball team at Briercrest for the next couple of years.
Along with her athletic and scholastic achievements, Megan is the current MB YCSA treasurer and was an 11-year member of her local 4-H club, holding many executive positions.
Megan plans to bring use her Marketing Degree to try to bridge the gap between urban population and the agricultural community, as well as further grow and market her purebred operation. Congratulations Megan!
About
The Manitoba Simmental Association is committed to promoting Simmentals in both the purebred and commercial industries. We are in a partnership with the Canadian Simmental Association, Keystone Simmental Association and Pembina Triangle Simmental Association. We work together to pursue emerging markets, inform the membership of events and important information and work to better the future for the Simmental producer and beef consumer.
For more information:
Manitoba Simmental Association
Box 274
Austin, MB R0H 0C0
204-870-1984
b2cattleco1@gmail.com
CRTC takes action to ensure Canadians have access to reliable telecommunications services
(February 22, 2023 Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) News Release) The CRTC launched a first consultation aimed at enhancing the resilience and reliability of Canada’s telecommunications networks.
Canadians are experiencing an increased frequency of outages to crucial telecommunications networks. These outages, caused by a variety of factors, including extreme weather events, cyber-attacks, and accidents, disrupt Canadians’ lives by affecting telephone and Internet access, and other telecommunications services.
Canadians are invited to comment on requirements for the reporting of major service outages. In the interim, the CRTC is directing all service providers to notify the CRTC within two hours of when they become aware of such an outage. They must also file a comprehensive report with the CRTC within 14 days following the outage.
This consultation and the interim measure build on the efforts of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) and the Canadian Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee (CSTAC), and contribute to the government’s Telecommunications Reliability Agenda to improve network reliability and better protect Canadians.
The CRTC is accepting comments until March 24, 2023. Comments may be submitted by:
• filling out the online form;
• writing to the Secretary General, CRTC, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N2, or
• sending a fax to 819-994-0218.
All comments will form part of the public record and will inform the CRTC’s decision.
The CRTC expects to launch additional consultations, which may examine measures to enhance network resiliency, access to emergency services, consumer communication and compensation, the impact of outages on accessibility services and the imposition of penalties on service providers.
Quotes
“Canadians need reliable, high-quality telecommunications services. We are taking action to lessen the disruptive impact of service outages on Canadians, reduce their occurrence and length, and ensure that essential services such as 911 and emergency alerts are always available.”
- Vicky Eatrides, Chairperson and CEO, CRTC
A Seat at the Table: Canadian Cattle Youth Council Webinar
The next generation of the beef industry is encouraged to join us for a virtual evening with the Canadian Cattle Youth Council as we present:
Topic: A Seat at the Table – Getting involved with the Canadian Cattle Youth Council and the Canadian Beef Industry
Time: Join us for a virtual panel discussion
March 9, 2023 @ 7 PM MT / 8 PM MB
Register: Click here for more details and to Register
Moderator:
Tyler Fulton
Canadian Cattle Association
Birtle, MB
Panelists:
Julie Mortenson
Canadian Beef Cattle Check-Off Agency Youth Member
Nokomis, SK
Description: Join our young producer panelists from across the country to learn more about the Canadian Cattle Youth Council and what it means to have a seat at the table as the youth voice of the Canadian Cattle Association. We'll chat about the unique paths and learnings that have led us here, various ways you can look to get involved as a young person in the industry, the future of the Canadian beef industry and our place in it.
For more information about the Council and opportunities to become involved please visit www.canadiancattleyouthcouncil.ca
Charlene Yungblut
Canadian Cattle Youth Council President
Thorold, ON
Scott Gerbrandt
Canadian Cattle Youth Council Vice-President
Swift Current, SK
Victor Drury
Canadian Cattle Youth Council Quebec Delegate
Wakefield, QC
Canada Revenue Agency kicks off the 2023 tax-filing season: Canadians need to file returns before May 1
(February 20, 2023 Canada Revenue Agency News Release) Tax season has officially kicked off and many Canadians will turn to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for guidance. We are ready to answer your questions and provide you with services to make it easier and quicker to file your 2022 income tax and benefit return, whichever way you choose to do it.
For most Canadians, the deadline to pay their taxes and file their return for 2022 is April 30, 2023. Because this date is a Sunday, a return will be considered filed on time if the CRA receives it, or it is postmarked, on or before May 1, 2023. A payment will be considered made on time if the CRA receives it, or a Canadian financial institution processes it, on or before May 1, 2023.
Helpful information and resources for taxpayers
Looking for the best way to file your taxes? – Check out our Ways to do your taxes page and pick the option that best suits your needs. Some options are free!
Over 28 million income tax and benefit returns were filed online in 2022. Electronic returns filed on time are generally processed within two weeks. If you are registered for direct deposit and you file online, you may be able to get your refund in as little as eight business days.
My Account – My Account is our online portal for individuals where you can find your tax information and access many of the slips you need to file your income tax and benefit return.
You can also:
• change your personal information, such as your address, phone number, and marital status
• register for direct deposit
• make a payment
• track the status of your return
• apply for child benefits
• receive mail and email notifications
• view uncashed cheques
• and so much more!
You will also be able to access digital services such as Auto-fill my return and Express NOA in certified tax-filing software. If you own a business, you can also sign up for My Business Account.
Steps to get ready for filing – Not sure where to start? Visit our Get ready to do your taxes page for the latest tax information. We have eight steps that will help you prepare to file.
Quick and helpful tax tips – Our Tax tips can provide you with quick and helpful information to address your tax questions.
Learn about your taxes – The CRA has launched a free online learning tool to help you do your taxes on your own. This tool provides you with lessons that help you understand what taxes are, why we pay them, how to understand your paycheques, pay stubs and income tax slips, and finally, how to do your taxes for the first time.
Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) – If you have a modest income, a simple tax situation, and require assistance, a CVITP volunteer may be able to do your taxes for free. To find a clinic, please visit our Free tax
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Canada Revenue Agency kicks off the 2023 tax-filing season: Canadians need to file returns before May 1
clinics page. If you live in Quebec, please visit the Income Tax Assistance – Volunteer Program page for more information.
Payment arrangements – If you cannot pay an existing debt in full, you may be eligible for a payment arrangement. Payment arrangement options have been expanded to reflect current realities. The Payment Arrangement Calculator has also been added to My Account and My Business Account. This self-service tool allows you to submit a potential payment arrangement without having to contact the CRA. If the proposed payment arrangement does not meet the CRA payment policy, a CRA officer will reach out to complete the arrangement.
New benefits, credits and services
Canada Dental Benefit – The new interim Canada Dental Benefit is available to eligible families earning less than $90,000 per year. It provides financial support for parents and guardians of children under 12 years old if they receive dental care in Canada and do not have access to private dental insurance. In order to receive this benefit, you need to have filed your 2021 tax return. The CRA’s online application My Account is the fastest way to apply for this benefit. For more information, go to Canada Dental Benefit.
One-time top-up to the Canada Housing Benefit – The government introduced a onetime $500 payment to help lower-income renters facing housing affordability challenges. Applications are open until March 31, 2023. To obtain the one-time payment, you need to have filed your 2021 tax return. For more information on the eligibility requirements and
how to apply, go to One-time top-up to the Canada Housing Benefit.
First-time home buyers’ tax credit
– The amount used to calculate the first-time home buyers’tax credit has increased to $10,000 for a qualifying home purchased after December 31, 2021.
Home accessibility tax credit – For 2022 and later tax years, the annual expense limit of the home accessibility tax credit has increased to $20,000.
Disability tax credit – For 2021 and later tax years, an individual diagnosed with type 1 diabetes is considered to have met the two times and 14 hours per week requirements for life-sustaining therapy. For more information, go to Disability tax credit
Simplified Northern Residents Travel Deduction – The CRA is launching the Simplified Northern Residents Travel Deduction, a pilot project to make it easier for northern residents to determine the lowest return airfare, one of the three amounts required to claim the travel deduction come tax time. Available the week of February 20, 2023, on canada.ca/lowestreturn-airfare, the simplified version features tables that identify the lowest return airfare amount found from airports with regularly scheduled commercial flights to a designated city. The airfare tables contain more than 135 airports, almost all of which are located in the prescribed zones.
You may be eligible for other benefits and credits. You can find more information on our Tax credits and benefits for individuals page.
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CFIA Holding Consultations re: Animal Feed –Policy and Procedures Updates
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has launched two 30-day public consultations:
• Proposed changes to the Tables of Permissible Claims for Feed Labels
• Use of foreign decisions for livestock feed approvals in Canada
We invite those in the animal feed industry, including feed manufacturers and livestock producers to share their comments on the proposed requirements by March 9, 2023.
Once an analysis of the feedback has been completed, a ‘What we heard report’ will be published on the CFIA website.
For more information, please refer to our current consultations
Registration is Open!
SUSTAINABILITY OF CANADIAN AGRICULTURE
2023 VIRTUAL CONFERENCE
MARCH 7- 9, 2023
Tuesday March 7
Achieving net zero emissions
Wednesday March 8
Role of Indigenous agriculture in our food systems
HOLOS model workshop
Thursday March 9
Is biodiversity the new carbon? Canada’s Living Lab Update
VISIT US AT:
Sustainable food production systems: Exploring new and traditional knowledge https://umanitoba.ca/agricultural-food-sciences/sustainability-canadian-agriculture-2023
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