2025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION RESULTS
EQUS Board Welcomes New Vice Chair
The 2025 EQUS Board of Directors Election took place during March’s Annual General Meetings. We are excited to announce Shaunna Mireau as the new Board Vice Chair. Shaunna has served on the EQUS Board of Directors since 2023, making meaningful contributions to EQUS through her unique experience as a law librarian, microgenerator, and EQUS member of over 20 years.
We also welcomed Llew Werner to the Board during the AGMs. Residing in the Lacombe area, Llew comes to the table with over 25 years of experience as a Chartered Professional Accountant and a particular appreciation for the rural lifestyle. We’re thrilled to have both Llew and Shaunna in their new roles on the Board. For more, please visit the ‘Board of Directors Highlights’ tab in the member portal.
2025 EQUS Board of Directors
Pictured left to right: Murray Stauffer, Llew Werner, Sandra Thornton, Doug Drozd, Glen Fox (Chair), Johan Feddema, Marvin Neumann, Shaunna Mireau (Vice Chair), Bill Van Rootselaar, Jason Tweten
STAY SEVEN METRES SAFE
As farm equipment continues to grow upwards and outwards, so does the risk of accidentally contacting power lines. Extensions on equipment such as newer seeders and sprayers can reach over 7 metres in height and have significant width when fully extended.
EQUS requires any loads over 4.8 metres in height be considered 'High Loads' that must be brought to our attention to ensure safe transport under EQUS power lines.
Before raising or lowering booms, wings, or any other extensions take a moment to ensure your safety by looking around and up. Be aware of any power lines nearby and know the total height and width of your equipment including antennas and extensions before moving your equipment.
These line contact incidents result in costly damage to expensive equipment and electrical infrastructure, and can cause serious injury and even death. They are also entirely preventable. Protect yourself and avoid contact by staying a minimum of seven metres (23 feet) away from any overhead power lines.
If you're unsure about the safest route to travel with agriculture and construction equipment, or other large loads, please reach out to your local EQUS Area Office by calling 310.EQUS(3787).
EQUS staff can provide information on nearby power lines and can help you to map out a safe route. If you're digging, contact Utility Safety Partners and locate any underground utilities before breaking ground.