Thank You to Calgary Region Clubs and Wheatland 4-H District!

On October 30, 2013 the Wheatland District, with help from the Calgary Region, led 4-H Alberta in celebrating great alignments with the 3rd Annual Corporate Partnerships Appreciation Evening at the Strathmore Civic Centre.

 

This year's event was focused on the theme "Growing on 96 Years" where clubs were able to take our Corporate Partners on a journey of where 4-H has been and where 4-H in Alberta is "Growing".  Corporate Sponsors also were shown "a year in the life of..." various 4-H projects through showcases that focused on some of the great agriculture related initiatives and other unique projects that have helped to shape a great 96 years in Alberta. 

 

Thank you to the Airdrie Beef and Sheep 4-H Club, Arrow Wood River Wranglers, Bow Valley Bandits 4-H Light Horse Club, Central Beiseker 4-H Club, Cheadle 4-H Club, Crowfoot Multi 4-H Club, Jumping Pound 4-H Beef, Midnight Express 4-H Horse Club, Strathmore 4-H Multi Club and the Swalwell 4-H Beef Club for showing their projects in this year's showcase.

Additional thanks to the following people for their efforts and support!

Speakers and Presenters

• Cassidy and Quin Sawyer - 4-H Pledge & 4-H Grace
• Jared, Justin and Alexis Couch - Growing on 96 Years
• Nicole Lamb - Overall 4-H Benefit
• Michael Brewin, Erin Warrack and Sabrina Kooistra - Cheadle 4-H Club - The Story of "Hulk"
• Billie Comstock & Marshall Biskup - Archery Presentation
• Travis Hunter - Multi-species Judging
• Jacob Onyschuk - Benefits 4-H Brings to the Industry

Master of Ceremonies

• Dakota Townsend - Red Deer West 4-H Beef Club

4-H Alumni Helpers

• Myranda Stewart - 4-H Alberta Alumni, Cheadle 4-H Club & former 4-H Alberta Ambassador
• Tyler Bushfield - 4-H Alberta Alumni, Irricana 4-H Beef and Multi
• Pauline Chiacchia - 4-H Alberta Ambassador, Calgary 4-H Region

Special Thanks

• Norma Ansloos
• Michelle Lalonde, Wheatland 4-H District Key Leader

The contributions provided to 4-H Alberta that night by dedicated past and present 4-H members, parents and volunteers allowed our Corporate Partners to see and interact with the great program that is 4-H Alberta!

 

Thank you to all the Calgary Region clubs and the Wheatland District for hosting the 3rd Annual 4-H Alberta Corporate Partnerships Appreciation Event! We truly appreciate the support and for helping us to say thank you to 4-H Alberta Corporate Partners!

 

Please keep in mind that the 4th Annual Corporate Partnerships Appreciation Evening will be held again next fall in Strathmore, Alberta.  If you or your club would like to get involved please contact: Rae-Lee Pieschel by email: pieschel@4hab.com or phone: 587.999.2240.

 

Photo 1: 2013 4-H Alberta Corporate Partners

Photo 2: Swalwell 4-H Beef Club's Showcase 

Ram Canada "100 Scholarships for 100 years of 4-H in Canada" Program

Ottawa, ON - November 6, 2013 – The Chrysler Foundation has teamed up with 4-H Canada to sponsor one hundred scholarships valued at $1,000 each for 4-H members across Canada.

 

4-H scholarships provide opportunities for Canadian youth to further their education and expand their knowledge in support of the agriculture industry. Members also have opportunities to travel nationally and internationally on exchanges, participate in leadership conferences and apply for additional grants and awards. 4-H Canada works with all provinces to create clubs in local communities and has an exceptional track record of developing confident Canadian leaders.

 

4-H youth from across Canada are eligible to apply for the scholarship if they meet the following criteria:

1. applicants must be at least 16 years of age as of January 1, 2013;
2. a current 4-H member in good standing;
3. in their final year of high school and have applied* to a field of study in the arts, science or business of agriculture;

OR

• currently enrolled in post-secondary school and studying arts, science or business of agriculture.

*Applied means the student must show acceptance from a qualified, post-secondary institution by May 31, 2014.

 

Applicants must submit a 500 word essay outlining “What does being a farmer mean to you?” as well as a letter of reference from a 4-H Club leader.

 

An on-line application form can be found at apply.4-h-canada.ca and will open on Tuesday, November 12, 2013.

 

“This educational initiative supports the cornerstone of what 4-H is about”, said Shannon Benner, CEO of 4-H Canada. "We are very fortunate that The Chrysler Foundation understands the importance of developing responsible and motivated young leaders in Canada. This investment truly embodies the spirit of 4-H leadership as it will have community impact from coast to coast.”

 

“In its 100-year history, this is the largest, one-year scholarship program that 4-H has rolled out,” said Reid Bigland, President and CEO, Chrysler Canada. “It goes without saying that The Chrysler Foundation and Ram Trucks are quite humbled to be able provide this many Canadian youth the opportunity to further their education and expand their knowledge in support of our vital agricultural industry. After all, Ram Truck’s ‘Year of the Farmer’ is not only about today’s farmers, but tomorrow’s as well.”

 

The scholarship application process is now open and the deadline to apply is January 15, 2014. Scholarship winners will be notified in March 2014.

 

About 4-H Canada

 

4-H is one of Canada’s longest-running and most respected youth-serving organizations helping young Canadians to “Learn to Do by Doing” in a safe environment. With more than 24,000 members and 7,500 volunteer leaders, the 4-H community has extended beyond its rural roots and offers clubs for a diverse range of interests and skills across the country. Provided with the tools and guidance 4-H members work individually and with others to reach their goals. This unique combination of group-based learning and personal interests is what makes the 4-H experience exciting and memorable for everyone involved. Through this process, we are creating a 4-H culture of skilled, responsible and confident leaders that are committed to positively impacting their communities across Canada. At a national program level, members have the chance to travel nationally and internationally, and participate in leadership conferences and seminars.

 

To learn more about 4-H Canada visit: www.4-h-canada.ca

 

About The Chrysler Foundation

 

The Chrysler Foundation, the charitable arm of Chrysler Group LLC, has established a proud legacy of empowering people and investing in local communities. The Chrysler Foundation focuses its support on four key areas: Education: K-12 and post-secondary education initiatives that encourage the study and pursuit of careers in business, design, science, technology, engineering, mathematics or supply-chain management; Military: support for the nation’s service members and their families in need; Multicultural / Diversity: initiatives that promote inclusion and advancement opportunities for diverse populations; and Youth Development: organizations and programs that provide mentoring and related assistance to aid youth in the transition to adulthood. Since its inception in 1953, The Chrysler Foundation has awarded more than $500 million in charitable grants.

 

About the Ram Truck Brand

 

The Ram Truck brand continues to establish its identity and clearly define its customers since its launch as the newest Chrysler Group LLC vehicle brand. Creating a stand-alone brand for Ram Trucks has allowed the brand to concentrate on how core customers use their trucks and what new features they’d like to see. Whether focusing on a family that uses its half-ton truck day in and day out, a hardworking Ram Heavy Duty owner or a business that depends on its commercial vehicles every day, Ram has the truck market covered.

 

For more information, media can contact:

 

Christine Moses, Marketing and Communications Manager

cmoses@4-h-canada.ca

613-234-4448 (ext 29)

Need a 4-H Loan? ATB Financial can help!

ATB Financial is proud to support tomorrow's leaders.  Through the 4-H Loan Program, ATB provides support to members of the 4-H program by loaning money for the purchase of marketable livestock - beef, swine, sheep, meat goats and horses - and other approved projects.
 

The following conditions apply:

• Loans to a maximum of $5,000
• Interest as low as prime
• Co-signature from parent or guardian is required
• No fee

To find out more, and to print a copy of the 4-H Loan Application Form, please visit:

http://www.atb.com/business/agriculture/agriculture-borrowing/Pages/4-h-loan-program.aspx
 

ATB Financial is a 4-H Alberta Legacy Builder supporter of the 4-H Alberta program - meaning that they are involved at all levels of the 4-H program (club, district, region and province) and contribute to 4-H Alberta's highest level with staff time, company resources and funding. ATB provides support to the following provincial programs: Provincial Leaders' Conference; Senior Members' Conference; Provincial Beef Heifer Show; Provincial Dairy Show; Horse Classic; Provincial Judging Competition; 4-H Scholarships; Awards of Excellence; 4-H Alberta Magazine; Why 4-H is Great Contest & Fundraising Concert as well as offers staffing, support, expertise and assistance with their 4-H Loan Program and 4-H Club Account Programs.