MBP E-Newsletter: May 10/2024

May 10,

New measure to support skilled temporary workers in Manitoba

(May 8, 2024 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News Release) Regional economic immigration programs support the sustainable growth and economic stability of our country, and contribute significantly to the cultural diversity and enrichment of Canada.

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has approved Manitoba’s request to extend temporary resident status for potential nominees identified under the province’s Provincial Nominee Program who have work permits that will expire in 2024. These individuals are mainly postgraduation work permit holders who are currently in the Manitoba Skilled Worker Provincial Nominee Program Expression of Interest pool. These skilled workers are filling key job vacancies in Manitoba, and actively contributing to the province’s economy and diverse cultural fabric.

This temporary measure will authorize 6,700 temporary workers identified and supported by Manitoba to continue working while the province processes their applications for the Provincial Nominee Program. Within 2 years, it is expected that eligible foreign nationals will receive an official nomination from Manitoba and eventually become permanent residents.

IRCC is committed to stabilizing permanent immigration while reducing the percentage of people in Canada who are here as temporary residents.

While this measure applies to Manitoba, IRCC is open to exploring options with other provinces and territories to transition a greater portion of current temporary residents to permanent residence and address their labour market needs. IRCC is committed to ongoing collaboration with provinces and territories to address immigration opportunities and challenges.

Skilled temporary workers in Manitoba –

Quotes

“Supporting Manitoba’s skilled workers will help the province meet their regional economic immigration goals. This measure supports our priority of transitioning a greater portion of current temporary residents to permanent residence and meeting local labour market needs. We remain open to collaborating with other provinces to transition more temporary residents to permanent residence, ensuring a strong and diverse workforce that has the skills, education and work experience to grow Canada’s economy.”

– The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship

“Manitoba’s future success depends on supporting new Canadians who have chosen to make our province their home. By working together to extend temporary resident status for potential nominees, we are taking proactive steps to retain the needed skills and knowledge to build a strong and diverse Manitoba workforce.”

– The Honourable Malaya Marcelino, Minister of Labour and Immigration

Quick facts

• Immigration accounts for almost 100% of Canada’s labour force growth, and,

by 2032, it is projected to account for 100% of Canada’s population growth.

• In 2022, about 20% of all permanent resident admissions came through the Provincial Nominee Program, directly supporting provinces and territories in meeting their labour market needs.

• In 2023, the Provincial Nominee Program represents nearly 40% of planned economic admissions, making it the largest economic immigration program identified under the Immigration Levels Plan.

• In 2023, nearly 157,000 people transitioned from worker status to permanent residence nationally.

• For Manitoba specifically, more than 10,000 people transitioned from worker status to permanent residence in 2023.

Associated links

• Immigrate as a provincial nominee –Canada.ca

• Get a work permit – Canada.ca

• Temporary public policies: Temporary resident to permanent resident pathway – How to apply – Canada.ca

Manitobans Urged to be Vigilant During Tick Season

Focus on Prevention and Early Treatment During Lyme Disease Awareness Month

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care is reminding people to be vigilant about ticks, take steps to prevent bites and know when to seek treatment. Blacklegged ticks, often called deer ticks, are a risk to human health because they can transmit diseases like Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, babesiosis and Powassan virus disease. These diseases can all be serious, particularly in older adults, young children or people with compromised immune systems or underlying medical conditions.

Public health officials recommend visiting a health-care provider within 72 hours of removing a tick to receive preventative treatment for Lyme disease if:

• the bite was from a reliably identified blacklegged tick; and

• the tick was attached for 36 hours or more, or the tick was engorged (filled with blood).

Blacklegged ticks may be found anytime snow is not on the ground, with peak activity in spring and fall. Due to the health risk posed by blacklegged ticks, it is important to be able to distinguish between them and the more common wood tick. While wood ticks are a nuisance, in Manitoba these species do not transmit diseases. Blacklegged ticks have a redorange body, black legs and a black spot on their back, and are smaller than wood ticks. Adult females are about the size of a sesame seed. When attached and feeding, blacklegged ticks become larger and change colour to grey and brown. Wood ticks are larger, brownish in colour, with white markings on their back. Photos comparing wood ticks and blacklegged ticks are available at:

www.gov.mb.ca/health/publichealth/cdc/tickbo rne/about.html

Anyone who finds a tick on animals, humans or in various habitats can submit a picture to have it identified by experts, to confirm if the tick belongs to a species capable of transmitting diseases. For more information or to submit a picture of a tick, visit www.etick.ca.Reduce your risk of tick bites and disease exposure by:

• applying an appropriate tick repellent on exposed skin and clothing, following label directions;

• wearing long pants and long-sleeved shirts;

• tucking in clothing to create a barrier;

• staying to the centre of walking trails;

• inspecting yourself, children and pets after spending time outdoors;

• removing ticks as soon as possible from people and pets, using tweezers; and

• keeping grass and shrubs around homes cut short to create drier environments that are less suitable for tick survival.

Milder winters and shifting weather patterns caused by climate change means ticks are expanding their geographical range to more regions of the province, although southern Manitoba remains the highest risk area.

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month. To learn more about blacklegged ticks, tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease, prevention and treatment, visit: www.gov.mb.ca/health/publichealth/cdc/ti ckborne/

Reduce, Reuse, Ruminate release brings together beef sector, media and content creators to share food loss and waste solutions

Launch screening at The University of Manitoba in October 2023 (Photo credit: Crystal Jorgenson/University of Manitoba)

The short documentary ‘Reduce, Reuse, Ruminate’ publicly premiered on YouTube on April 24th, 2024, also known as “Stop Food Waste Day.” This film is the third in a series of short documentaries from Public and Stakeholder Engagement, a national Check-Off funded program that works to build public trust in the way beef cattle are raised. Each documentary showcases an environmental benefit of raising beef cattle on the Canadian landscape. Past releases include ‘Guardians of the Grasslands’ and ‘Too Close to Home’. Reduce, Reuse, Ruminate highlights the vital role cattle play in diverting food loss and waste from landfills and instead upcycling these items into beef.

In order to amplify the reach of the short documentary prior to its public launch, campus screenings were held at University of Saskatchewan, University of Manitoba, and Dalhousie. As well, exclusive events targeted towards media and content creators (influencers) were held this spring in Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary. After the screening, attendees heard from an expert panel including feedlot producers, experts in circular food

systems and a sustainability lead from Cavendish Farms, the official sponsor of the event series. Since transforming beer byproducts and French fries into beef are two are of the incredible sustainability stories featured in the short documentary, beef, potatoes, and beer were a natural fit for the menu at each event!

Eastbound Brewing Company was the location of the successful Toronto event, which took place the same week as the Beef Farmers of Ontario annual general meeting. Panelists included seventh generation producer Allison de Vos from Brown Farms in Kawartha Lakes, John MacQuarrie, Director of Sustainability with Cavendish Farms and Tara Lee, Head Chef and owner of Eastbound Brewing Company. The panel was moderated by Perth County producer and Director of Communications for the Ontario Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks, Amanda Brodhagen. Media coverage included DINE magazine, who covered the story online and in their print magazine as well as the most recent issue of Foodism Toronto

The panel at Eastbound Brewing Company in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo credit: Public and Stakeholder Engagement)

The second event was held at Howe Sound Brewing in East Vancouver. Here, university professor and cattle producer Ryan Scorgie

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Reduce, Reuse, Ruminate release brings together beef sector, media and content creators to share food loss and waste solutions

moderated a panel that included feedlot owner Andrea van Iterson, Jamie White from Loop Resources, which sources and diverts food from grocery stores to local farms, and again, John McQuarrie from Cavendish. One of the content creators in attendance, Tyler Heppell, showcases potato production on his British Columbia farm across his social channels You can watch his Instagram Reel from the event by visiting @potatoty and TikTok @heppellspotato.

Calgary was the final leg of the tour of urban centres. The event was held at Last Best Brewing & Distilling, which diverts their spent grains to cattle. Here, the panel was moderated by Melissa Downing of Alberta Cattle Feeders Association. In addition to the representative from Cavendish, panelists included Ryan Kasko of Kasko Cattle Co., who is featured in the short documentary, as well as Victoria Ross of aGRO Systems, a waste upcycling and livestock feeding service provider.

Combined, the events drew nearly 250 attendees and reached hundreds of thousands of Canadians through content creators on social media, print and digital articles as well as a broadcast TV segment with Global News. A recording of the online launch event is available on YouTube, and we encourage you to share the film far and wide now that it has been released publicly!

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Manitoba Government Announces Strategic Firefighting Investments to Support Northern and

Rural Municipalities

Funding Will Support Firefighting Capacity, Critical Infrastructure: Bushie

(Province of Manitoba news release, May 10, 2024)

The Manitoba government is taking action to protect communities and prepare for the upcoming wildfire season by investing over $13.6 million in 16 projects to support the capacity of rural municipalities and Northern Affairs and First Nation communities to respond to fires and keep Manitobans safe, Municipal and Northern Relations Minister Ian Bushie announced today.

“Investing in infrastructure that supports fire protection and safety is critical to building community resilience to environmental emergencies and unforeseen events,” said Bushie. “That is why today, our province has committed over $13.6 million in funding to build our province’s resilience to emergency events and to protect our communities. We extend our gratitude to the firefighters of Manitoba who work tirelessly to keep Manitobans safe.”

Through top-up funding to the Strategic Municipal Investment Fund and the Northern Affairs Fund, the province is supporting 16 critical infrastructure projects that will expand and enhance local capacity to respond to onthe-ground emergencies and wildfires.

The approved projects for 2024 include:

• Benito Fire Station replacement for the Municipality of Swan Valley West;

• Pine River Fire Hall upgrades for the Rural Municipality of Mountain;

• a new fire truck for the Municipality of Roblin;

• fire department upgrades for the Rural Municipality of Gimli;

• fire fleet replacement for the Town of Winnipeg Beach;

• fire truck replacement for the Rural Municipality of Coldwell;

• a new fire truck for Moosehorn Fire Department for the Rural Municipality of Grahamdale;

• fire hall parking lot upgrades for the Municipality of Bifrost-Riverton;

• fire hall expansion and purchase of fire truck for the Rural Municipality of Victoria Beach;

• fire hall expansion for the Town of Niverville;

• a triple combination pumper for the Town of Beausejour;

• a new fire station for the Rural Municipality of Headingley;

• a new fire engine for the Rural Municipality of Springfield;

• a fire pumper truck replacement for the Rural Municipality of Stuartburn; and

• fire equipment for Northern Affairs Communities.

Investments under the fund are allocated toward projects that align with Manitoba’s definition of strategic infrastructure, which includes water and wastewater treatment plants, waste management facilities, public transit, roads and bridges, public safety and recreation projects.

“Continuing to keep the residents of Niverville and their property protected from fire is always

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Manitoba Government Announces Strategic Firefighting Investments to Support Northern and

Rural Municipalities

Funding Will Support Firefighting Capacity, Critical Infrastructure: Bushie

a priority for the Town of Niverville,” said Mayor Myron Dyck, Town of Niverville. “With Niverville being the fastest growing municipality in the province, fire protection is more important than ever. This investment from the Manitoba government into an upgrade of our fire hall and operations building is more than welcome and will ensure that the Town of Niverville can keep its residents and future residents safe.”

“The funding for our new platform firetruck will help better protect our community and keep our firefighters and citizens safe,” said Mike Chudd, fire chief, Gimli Fire and Rescue. “Thank you to Minister Bushie and the Manitoba government for caring about our community and its needs.”

The Manitoba government will also continue to prioritize efforts that mitigate risks and enhance the province’s community fire prevention and resilience against wildfires by collaborating with Indigenous communities and municipalities to keep Manitobans safe, the minister noted.

To learn more about the Strategic Municipal Investment Fund, visit www.manitoba.ca/mr/mfpp/msif.html.

MANITOBA BEEF PRODUCERS 2024-25 Scholarship Intake

Manitoba Beef Producers is pleased to make available six $1,000 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.

This application process is for students who will be undertaking post-secondary studies or trades training in the 2024 -25 academic year. The deadline to apply is 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2024.

The scholarship criteria are as follows:

Eligibility:

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

• Must be pursuing post-secondary studies or trades training in the 2024-25 academic year.

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

Items You Are Required to Submit:

• The completed application form;

• Either a typed 600-word (maximum) essay OR a 5-7 minute maximum video submission discussing the topic “What the beef industry means to my family, my community and Manitoba.” Also, you need to identify in the essay or video 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 for 2024-25);

• A list of your community involvement (e.g. 4-H, community clubs, volunteer work, etc.); and,

• The names of two references, including their addresses and telephone numbers.

*Note: Scholarship winners’ essays or video submissions and photos will be published in Manitoba Beef Producers’ newspaper Cattle Country in fall 2024 or posted to MBP’s social media channels and website.

The completed application, all supporting documents, references, required essay or video, etc. must be submitted to MBP no later than 4:30 p.m. Friday, June 21, 2024 to the attention of:

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, including steps on how to submit your video, please contact Manitoba Beef Producers at 1-800-772-0458 or email info@mbbeef.ca A selection committee will review the submissions Winners will be notified by September 13, 2024.

MBP 2024-25 Academic Year

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

PLEASE PRINT

Name: _______________________________________________________________________________

Mailing address: _______________________________________________________________________

Telephone: _____________________________

Date of birth: _____________________________

Email:

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)? __

Current institute of enrolment: ________________________________________________________

Institute and your intended program of post-secondary study or skilled trades training in 2024-25:

Duration of post-secondary program or skilled trades training: _________ year (s)

Essay or Short Video Submission Requirement: Please submit either a typed 600-word (maximum) essay* OR a 5-7 minute video 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 No preference will be given to either option.

*Note: Scholarship winners’ essays or video submissions and photos will be published in Manitoba Beef Producers’ newspaper Cattle Country in fall 2024 or posted to MBP’s social media channels and website.

Please return the following: completed application form; typed essay or video submission; a copy of your transcript; proof of enrolment in a recognized institution or an apprenticeship program (current transcript, letter of acceptance, or a letter of intent to pursue further studies); a list of your community involvement; and, your references no later than 4:30 p.m., Friday, June 21, 2024 to the attention of:

Manitoba Beef Producers Scholarship Committee

220 – 530 Century Street

Winnipeg, MB R3H 0Y4

Email: info@mbbeef.ca Fax (204) 774- 3264

VACCINE HANDLING TIPS VACCINE HANDLING TIPS

TRANSPORT & STORAGE

Transport and store vaccine during use, in a cooler box with frozen ice packs if needed, to keep cool, but do not freeze. Keep vaccines out of direct sunlight.

Do not put vaccine bottles directly on frozen, ice packs – put paper or bubble wrap in between.

Store vaccine in fridge at 2°C to 7°C – monitor temperature. Keep vaccines in manufacturer’s vaccine boxes or bottles.

Do not freeze or overheat vaccines – they are perishable and will become ineffective!

MIXING

Mix vaccines according to manufacturer’s label directions.

Modified-live viral (MLV) vaccines – come in a box with 2 vials (liquid, dry cake) - only reconstitute and mix 1 box of vaccine at a time; use immediately.

For MLV vaccines, use a clean transfer needle to add liquid to dry vaccine cake. Gently swirl MLV vaccine liquid (diluent) and vaccine powder cake together until dissolved.

Use MLV vaccines up within 1-2 hours after reconstituted and mixed. For clostridial vaccines or inactivated vaccines, gently swirl vaccine before and during use.

ADMINISTRATION

Properly restrain cattle prior to vaccination.

Use clean syringes and needles. Never put dirty needles inside a vaccine bottle.

Label syringes to avoid cross contaminating different vaccines, which reduces their effectiveness.

Administer vaccines as per manufacturer’s label directions for route (IMintramuscular, SC - subcutaneous, IN - intranasal), and dosage. Give all injections in the neck area only:

IM injections: 18 gauge (calf) or 16 gauge (cow/bull) x 1” or 1.5" needle. SC injections: 18 gauge (calf) or 16 gauge (cow/bull) x ½”, ¾”, or 5/8” needle.

Space multiple injections a few inches apart; never inject through other products e.g., antimicrobial.

CLEANING & DISPOSAL

Change needles every 5-10 head or before, if dull, bent or burred, and dispose in Sharps container.

Changing needles every head may reduce the transmission of some infectious diseases, if cost effective.

Clean syringes at end of day – only hot water inside barrel. Dispose of frozen, hot, contaminated, or unused opened vaccine, as per manufacturer’s label directions.

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Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership

Livestock Predation Prevention Program

Program Description

The Livestock Predation Prevention Program supports adoption of non-lethal, on-farm measures that reduce the risk of livestock predation by wolves, coyotes, bears and other predators. Reducing livestock predation promotes the co-existence of wildlife and livestock in agricultural regions of Manitoba.

Who Qualifies

Livestock producers who have both:

• A paid livestock predation claim under the Manitoba Wildlife Damage Compensation Program in 2021 or later.

• A Manitoba Premises Identification Number.

What Qualifies

Eligible expenses include purchasing equipment, livestock guardian dogs, and constructing predator resistant fencing to deter attacks on livestock by coyotes, wolves, and other predators. The objective of a project must be to deter predation of livestock located on Manitoba farms. More details of eligible expenses can be found in the program guide.

Cost-Share and Funding

Cap

FUNDING STREAMS

Pre-approved Livestock Predation Equipment and Guardian Dogs

Predator Resistant Fence Construction

The Pre-approved Livestock Predation Equipment and Guardian Dog funding stream is a rebate program. It allows eligible applicants to purchase items from a pre-approved list and submit the required documents to receive reimbursement.

Eligible producers can apply for funding to support construction of fencing that deters predators from entering calving and lambing areas, pastures, extended grazing areas, and deadstock compost sites. Producers will receive a funding decision letter indicating the approved budget for eligible projects.

Important Dates

June 14, 2024: Deadline for fence construction applications.

October 31, 2024: Complete fence construction. November 29, 2024: Complete fence inspection.

December 20, 2024: Deadline for submitting claims and proof of payment for equipment and guardian dog purchases and completed fence projects.

Eligible applicants can be reimbursed for up to 75 per cent of total approved eligible expenses, to a maximum of:

• $5,000 for purchases of pre-approved equipment and guardian dogs.

• $10,000 for fence construction projects

These maximums are the total funding available per applicant. Maximums also apply to individual categories of purchases and fence construction projects.

Pre-Approved Equipment & Guardian Dog Rebate Details

Producers submit a rebate claim for purchases from a list of pre-approved equipment and livestock guardian dogs that deter predators from their livestock. No prior approval is required. Claims are processed up to the claim deadline or until funding is exhausted.

Cost Sharing and Funding Cap

Eligible applicants can be reimbursed for up to 75 per cent of total approved eligible expenses, to a maximum of $5,000 for all eligible equipment and livestock guardian dog purchases. Each category of eligible purchase has its own funding cap.

Solar foxlights create an unusual frequency and colour of light to mimic human presence and deter predators from entering a livestock area. They are best used during high-risk periods as their effect can wear off as predators become used to them.

Electronet is a wire netting fence that is electrified and can be used as temporary fence to deter predators from sheep or other small livestock. Netting and ground rods are eligible purchases. One energizer is also eligible when electronet is purchased.

Fladry is a line of brightly coloured flags that can be hung in front of a fence or other barrier to deter predators due to the novelty of the installation. Turbo fladry has the added feature of being electrified and further deterring predators. They are used temporarily in high-risk periods as the effect will wear off. Fladry, turbo fladry, temporary posts and insulators are eligible. One energizer and ground rods are eligible when combined with the purchase of turbo fladry.

Livestock guardian dogs are breeds of dogs that will deter predators from cattle, sheep, and other livestock. Eligible breeds include Akbash, Anatolian Shepherd, Central Asian Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, Kangal, Komondor, Kuvasz, Maremma, Sarplaninac, and Tatra. One spike collar can be claimed per dog.

Based on the 75% government cost-share, the $5,000 total funding cap is reached with total eligible purchases of $6,666.66. The caps for each category are reached with eligible purchases of $1,333.33 for solar fox lights and $4,666.66 each for electronet, fladry/turbo fladry and livestock guardian dogs.

Eligible Expenses

· Purchase cost including shipping and PST

· Purchasing an energizer when electronet or turbo fladry is also purchased. Two energizers are eligible if both electronet and turbo fladry are purchased.

All invoices must be dated on or after April 1, 2024.

Fence Construction Project Details

Financial assistance is available for construction of fences that reduce the risk of livestock predation:

Cost Sharing and Funding Cap

Eligible applicants can be reimbursed for up to 75 per cent of total approved eligible expenses, to a maximum of $10,000 for all fence construction. Funding approved for each fence construction project is based on the size, type and purpose of the fence.

Caps Applied to Funding For Fence Projects

Project Type

Predator Resistant Fence

Deadstock Compost Pen

Fence Type

Wire-net fence (e.g. page, welded, fixedknot, or hinge-joint fencing)

· 152 cm (60”) high

· 178 cm (70”) high

Electrified, high tensile, no apron

· 7-wire

· 9-wire

· 11-wire

If an apron is added to prevent burrowing under a fence.

Project Cap (base + additional cost per linear foot of fence)

· $1,000 + $6/linear foot

· $1,000 + $7/linear foot

· $1,000 + $3 per linear foot

· $1,000 + $4 per linear foot

· $1,000 + $5 per linear foot

· $1/linear foot is added

For each of the above fence types, the base funding is $2,000 (instead of $1,000). The per linear foot rates are the same as for Predator Resistance Fence.

Note: Based on 75% government cost share, the $10,000 total funding cap is reached with eligible expenses of $13,333.33 or more. Depending on fence size and type, the approved funding may be less than the $10,000 fence category cap.

Eligible Expenses

· Incremental Personal Labour at $30/hour and Incremental Personal Equipment Use at fixed, program rates. For these two incremental expenses combined, applicants can claim up to a total of $3.00/linear foot for deadstock compost areas, $1.00/linear foot for predator resistant fences or $1.50/linear foot if the predator resistant fence has an apron.

· Subcontracted Services related to custom labour and custom equipment use

· Equipment Rental for completion of the project

· Materials and Supplies such as gates, lumber, wire, and energizer (0.7 joules or more.)

· Provincial Sales Tax (PST).

Further conditions for a fence project:

· Fences are inspected to verify work completed and that they will deter predators.

· Specific ineligible items include barbed wire fences, hard-wired power sourcing, temporary or mobile fences, infrastructure and land preparation inside the fence, and fences around feedlots, feed storage areas, and non-grazed crops.

Fence Inspection

Fences constructed to contain cattle, sheep and other livestock are often ineffective barriers to predators. To be effective, fences must be constructed to deter predators from climbing over, passing through, or burrowing under them. All fence projects are inspected to verify that the work has been completed and the fence will deter predators. See the Program Guide and the Sustainable CAP website for fence

HOW TO APPLY FOR FUNDING

standards as well as guidelines and examples for fence construction.

An inspection of the finished fence can be arranged by calling the Program Information Line at 1-800-811-4411 or emailing agriculture@gov.mb.ca

The applicant will then be contacted by an inspector from their local MASC Service Centre. The completed inspection report will be submitted by MASC on the applicant’s behalf.

The application and claim documents for equipment, guardian dogs, and fence construction can be found on the Manitoba Agriculture website:

· Applicant Information Form to be completed once. It covers both pre-approved equipment and guardian dogs and fence construction

· Rebate Worksheet for pre-approved equipment and guardian dogs

· Application Worksheet for fence construction

Go to www.manitoba.ca/scap/ and click on Resiliency and Public Trust and then on Livestock Predation Prevention to find these forms as well as the Program Guide.

The applicant must attach all invoices and proof of payment, along with the Rebate Worksheet for equipment and guardian dogs and the Claim Worksheet for fence construction projects.

An applicant can submit one Rebate Worksheet and one Fence Claim Worksheet over the life of the program. The documents can be emailed to: agriculture@gov.mb.ca.