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CONTENTS

FEATURE Pg 11 - 14:

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TD cAnADA TRUsT AgRicUlTURE sERvicEs yoUTh lEADERshiP congREss

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05 noRWooD “goATs ‘R’ Us” 4-h clUb TAkEs on EThicAl giving

06 2010 sUmmER ExchAngE bETWEEn yoRk 4-h & kylE sAskATchEWAn

07 EssEx JinglE bElls chRisTmAs cRAFT clUb

15 cAnADiAn AgRicUlTURAl hAll oF FAmE inDUcTEEs

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08 UPDATE on ThE clovER bUD PRogRAm

10 commUnicATions comPETiTion

18 inTERnATionAl PloWing mATch & cAnADA’s oUTDooR FARm shoW

21 4-h onTARio & JFAo To hosT sUmmER gAmEs

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04 FRom ThE EDiToR’s DEsk

09 Ask A 4-h onTARio AmbAssADoR

21 UPcoming EvEnTs & DEADlinEs

22 snAPshoTs

23 ExEcUTivE mEssAgEis the official publication

of 4-H Ontario

Leadershipin action

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toward the Leadership In Action magazineannual communication series.

Lacey Wolters of the Essex Jingle Belles Christmas Craft Club using the bar folder. See page 7 for more on this club.


FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK . . . 4-H Ontario Staffexecutive director seekingexecutive assistant, Patricia Hassmanager, volunteer services & development Jennifer Hallmanager, member services & development Marie Winterfinance coordinator Doris Curranraisers edge coordinator Trisha Lefleroffice assistant, privacy & screening officer Cindy Byersmarketing & event coordinator Andrew Moorewebsite coordinator Stephanie Craigopportunities coordinator Marianne Falliscommunications coordinator Tammy Oswick-Kearneyinformation management coordinator Anita DeJongregional specialistsregion 1 Michel Corriveauregion 2 Barb Keithregion 3 Melanie Hunterregion 4 Julia Whalenregion 5 Kathryn Lambertregion 6 Kathryn Lambert

Ontario 4-H Councilpresident Shonna Wardpast-president Patty Lasbyvice-president Megan Burnsidedirectors Kelly Barclay John den Haan Angie Fairfield Sandra Hanes Dave McNichols Shirley Tomlinson Anne Verhallen Sue Vincentdirector-at-large Darrell Bergsma director community Dr. Paulette Padanyidirector youth Ashley Hallnational youth advisory committee rep Kim Hooey

Ontario 4-H Foundationchair Rod Storkvice-chair Peter Browntrustees Nancy Brown-Andison Peter Cameron Ann Louise Carson Ralph Dietrich Christine Dukelow Robert Larmer Terry Malcolm Rory McAlpine Dr. Rob McLaughlin David Rose Tim Ross Bert Stewart Jim Wadleigh Norma Winters The Hon. Lyle Vanclief, P.C.

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“For the timid, change is frightening. For the satisfied change is threatening. But, for the confident, change is an opportunity.”

Change. Transition from something: a shift from one state, stage, or phase to another. A change in our thinking. An alteration, variation, or modification, or the result of this.

Any way you say it, change is difficult. It forces us to face the reality of the situation and feel frightened, threatened or challenged. There have been many changes over the past few months that have been met with excitement, fear and anxiety. All normal reactions to change.

Even the best made plans will change, because without change we would not prosper, grow and be a healthy organization. So, with the change to the membership age (lowering it to nine) and the slight increase to the membership fee ($10 increase from $50 to $60) we need to address the fears, deal with the anxiety, and get excited about the possibilities!

Lowering the membership age to nine years old as of January 1, 2011, allows another generation of youth to explore the program. Today’s nine year old is inquisitive, imaginative, usually helpful and appreciative. Just imagine the energy that a nine year old can bring to a club meeting, activity or event!

Increasing the membership fee, regardless of when it is done, will always be met with resistance. But it is a financial reality, not just for 4-H, but for all non-profit organizations. How can an organization continue to provide any type of service when costs continue to rise around them and their fees don’t increase? Other organizations experience a yearly increase and 4-H Ontario has not increased the membership fee in five years.

Change is never easy and I don’t think it was meant to be easy. Change allows us to open our eyes to the realities we face and push forward with the confidence that all 4-H volunteers, members, alumni, staff and friends possess.

Together we can face the changes that are necessary to continue to grow and evolve the 4-H program for generations to come! Building on 95 years of 4-H – and the numerous changes that have already occurred over this time – I am confident that the 4-H program will continue to grow and change in the years to come.

Keep smiling!Tammy OK

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Goats for Haiti

Norword “Goats ‘R’ Us” 4-H club takes on ethical giving

Stan and Lilly-Ann Vince, Norwood 4-H Goat Club leaders, felt that Plan Canada http://www.plancanada.ca/gifts2009, “Give the Gift of Hope” was a good project for the 4-H Goat club to be involved in.

We thought that Ethical Giving was a great way to meet the needs of people in third world countries. Not only could these gifts provide food and a way for the family to become independent by producing their own food, it would give the 4-H members a glimpse of how important goats are in other parts of the world.

With the recent disaster in Haiti, Plan Canada was sending donations there to help rebuild the country. The amount of $75.00 per goat was an achievable goal for our club.

Members immediately went to work and picked strawberries at the Ouse Valley Gardens, then took orders from friends and neighbours and sold the strawberries at the farm gate price, to raise money to purchase two goats valued at $75. The Canadian Government was still matching donations made to Haiti, so two goats then became four through this arrangement.

The Norwood 4-H Goat club also learned about the health and welfare of goats to provide families with milk and different products. They had fun designing “T” shirts using fabric paint to create funky Goat designs which they wore to the Norwood Fair this past Thanksgiving. We have a Great bunch of two legged kids looking after four legged kids. It’s a fun group!

The scoop on ethical givingGive an ethical gift that gives twice –

here and abroad. Choose to give gifts that carry power and meaning. Make an impression, change the world, and change lives – with one gift. That’s what ethical giving is: real dollars going to real projects that change real lives!

Plan Canada is a global movement for change, mobilizing millions of people around the world to support social justice for children in developing countries.

How do the gifts of farm animals work?

The animals provided through Plan Canada’s Gifts of Hope are part of larger projects that aim

to reduce poverty through livestock productivity. For example, the $75 for a goat is used to buy goats for families, along with training, assistance with breeding, construction of animal shelters and access to veterinary supplies and drugs.

Plan works in cooperation with various government departments, as well as with local service providers who have experience in the areas of livestock production and health.


by Jacquie RogstadIt all began in December 2009 when

we started planning for the exchange. We were so excited to have 10 superb 4Her’s representing York and their enthusiasm was contagious. We started planning with fundraising and meetings and the next thing we knew we had our first fundraiser underway. It just took off from there!

It was a lot of work and our parents were fabulous. They pitched in and helped at every fundraiser whenever they could. A team couldn’t have asked for better support. Our President, Glenda Hamilton was our backbone. She helped plan, organize, and keep records, both written and financial. A big KUDOS goes out to her and her support of the team. The team consisted of 10 delegates and two Chaperones. We called our team the “X Team” and our exchange club explored a lot of aspects of 4-H and all it has to offer. Examples of clubs we touched on were: woodworking, sewing, scrapbooking, baking, public speaking, fundraising, quilting, photography, and healthy eating.

Previous to the exchange delegates chatted through MSN, Facebook, and e-mail. It was amazing at how closely matched the twins (refers to our group and the Saskatchewan group) were and how well they all got along. Saskatchewan came here first.

When they arrived we greeted them at the airport and it felt like we were picking up old friends. We took them on a farm tour and some of our 4Her’s toured them around their farms and over to the Bradford Marsh. That evening we went to Lionel’s petting farm in Stouffville. We were given a tour of their barns of antiques, a wagon ride of the property and had a great barbeque where we handed

Amazing Exchange between York 4-H and Kyle Saskatchewanout gifts to our guests from Saskatchewan.

We took the Saskatchewan group to Niagara Falls, Great Wolf Lodge, Collingwood for the Scenic Caves, Wasaga beach, and downtown Toronto for a Blue Jays Game (they won by the way!). We went to the Loose Moose for supper and the CN Tower. We took most of them on a subway ride that was an adventure in itself.

Our group then had a two-week rest period before flying off to Saskatchewan. We left Ontario’s humidity to land in Saskatchewan to a balmy 13 degrees. Yikes!

With no time to drop off our luggage, we were off to Rouleau where Corner Gas was filmed. Some of the delegates actually got to sign the wall of Corner Gas, then we went to the underground tunnels of Moose Jaw - bootleg tunnels of Al Capone - and the Chinese underground community hidden away from society. Whew!

Our next outing was to the Hutterite Colony of Kyle. They own around 78,000 acres! They showed how many hands made light work and after lunch we had a baseball game with the children ranging in age from 4 to 17.

That night they had a club barbeque and we were presented with a bag of gifts and an exchange t-shirt that one of the delegates had designed. After that first day we had many excursions, to Lacadena and La Reata Ranch, this ranch is like a dude ranch where you can go to rustle cattle and horses. We went to the Matador Farming Pool. They have about 87,000 acres. We went on a partial

tour of their farm, covering 23,000 acres in 4 ½ hours. It was amazing!

We went to a location of an ancient Medicine Wheel and to a winter tee-pee site, to White Bear where we helped with a fundraiser to help raise funds for a 4-H family that lost their home to a fire.

York 4-H stepped up to the challenge and pitched

in to help. They were outstanding representations of what Ontario 4-H is all about.

On our “free” day some of us worked on the family farm, went tubing on the river Saskatchewan, hunted for gophers, or went horseback riding.

We also did Cypress Hill, a Geo Cache, which is like orienteering with a GPS system, and Fort Walsh. We camped out at Willow Diamond retreat had a huge bonfire and made bush pies and smores.

The next morning we were off to Sceptre Sand Hills.

Sceptre Sand Hills are miles and miles of dunes of sand that are always morphing with the wind. We left our mark behind with a Giant ON/SK in the sand.

We took a ferry across the river Saskatchewan to head back home at the end of the day.

We arrived at our twins home, did our laundry, and packed our suitcases because when we would wake up in the morning it would be off to Saskatoon to do some sightseeing and shopping. For dinner that night we had a ‘Pitch Fork Fondue’. It was an amazing evening and Andrew, one of our delegates showed off his auctioneering skills.

The next day we got up to catch an early flight. It was a tearful goodbye.

I would have to say this was the best exchange I have helped with, chaperoned at and been involved with. I couldn’t have asked for a better Co-chaperone, President, parents and delegates on both sides of the exchange. Thank you 4-H Canada for this experience of a lifetime. It looks like we have made life-long friends with our twins.


by Jennifer Scherer(This is a compilation of material Jennifer entered in the Media competition).

Items we completed were: Christmas cards; wreaths; cookie cutter decorations; Pom-pom creatures and napkin rings; and reindeer.

All of our meetings included time for business, creativity and snacks. At our first meeting we worked on Christmas cards to send to the Canadian troops, held our club elections and picked a name.

At our second meeting we decorated wreaths with bells, flowers, greenery and small gifts. We also planned a trip to Park House in Amherstburg.

At our next meeting we worked on decorating cookie cutters using a selection of Christmas cookie cutters such as stockings, angels, Santa, reindeers, and snowmen. We used different ribbons to decorate and make a hanger. We then used small Christmas ornaments and pom-poms to embellish them.

At our fourth meeting we made pom-pom creatures and napkin rings. To make the pom-pom people we took a

Jingle Belles Christmas Craft Clublarger pom-pom and put smaller ones on for earmuffs. Then we took a piece of pipe cleaner and made the top of the earmuffs. We used foam hearts for feet and added googly eyes. If we did not want earmuffs on them we could put little top hats on them. To finish them off we could put magnets or key chains on them. At this meeting we also made napkin rings using foam popsicle sticks which we glued into a ring and decorated with small ornaments, greenery, flowers and sequins. We also judged soups and pants where we shared our reasons then picked out a pom-pom creature to take home.

At the last meeting we made reindeer, using a paint roller, wrapping it in brown, twisted paper, with brown pipe cleaners for the antlers and legs and Styrofoam or fibre fill for the head. We then added facial features using large googly eyes and fake eyelashes to create eyes. We also added a bow and bells around their neck. Making a reindeer was a very time consuming task yet they all turned out cute, though we did have a few problems getting them to stand.

Campers can immerse themselves in the great northern outdoors while learning and experiencing first-hand how to build a campfire, outdoor cooking, develop skills in orienteering and using a compass, protecting the environment, hiking and survival tips.

Blue Lake Provincial Park – July 7-9, 2011 Sleeping Giant Provincial Park – July 11-13, 2011 Marten River Provincial Park – July 17-19, 2011

Chutes Provincial Park – July 21-23, 2011 Mikisew Provincial Park – July 25-27, 2011

For more information:4-H Ontario Opportunities Coordinator

em : [email protected] | web : 4-HOntario.ca

For youth age 9-13 Cost: $10.002011 Theme: Let's Have a Ball!

Region 2: May 14Region 3: May 28

Region 4 North: June 11Region 4 South: May 21

Region 5: June 18Region 6: June 4

For more information:4-H Ontario Opportunities Coordinator

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For youth age 9-21.Cost $10

Come and enjoy hands-on safety stations!Region 1: June 11, 2011Region 2: March 26, 2011Region 3: April 30, 2011Region 4: May 14, 2011Region 5: April 19, 2011

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Clover Bud pilot project underwayThe volunteers are excited, the youth can’t

wait, the Clover Bud pilot project is underway!Clover Bud? What is Clover Bud? Clover Bud

is a project for youth ages 6-8 years of age to explore the core values and project opportunities of 4-H and is designed distinctively for this age group to develop confidence, social skills, decision making and physical skills. For the 2011 year, six Clover Bud projects will be piloted in Ontario. Organization and planning are underway and the clubs themselves will begin in early 2011 and be fully completed by August 2011. Six enthusiastic teams of volunteers are assisting in this pilot. The project will be tested in the Parry Sound, Kingston, York Region, Erin, Kitchener-Waterloo and Wiarton areas.

You may wonder, do Clover Bud youth take part in regular 4-H club meetings? If I’m a leader will I need to offer my club to youth ages 6-21? No. Clover Bud is a distinct program for youth ages 6-8 years. They do not take part in currently recognized 4-H meetings and only the planned pilot clubs mentioned above will be offering a Clover Bud project this coming year.

Youth in this pilot Clover Bud experience will take part in a unique blend of activities and opportunities specially designed for their age level. We are fortunate to be using project resources developed through the Saskatchewan

4-H program for the coming year. Clover Bud programs differ from the traditional 9-21 year old program in terms of the type of learning, style of instruction, recognition and learning resources. Clover Bud is activity centered where the traditional 4-H program (9-21) is project centered. Clover Bud is very leader directed where 4-H clubs are a merging of member’s and leader’s ideas for the club. In terms of recognition, Clover Bud youth are recognized for participation and goal achievement. In the 4-H (9-21) program members are recognized for participation, goal achievement, achievement of standards and often for competition. Resources for Clover Bud are in an activity guide style, where 4-H clubs use project manuals.

Clover Bud members will not be eligible for competitive events or attendance at camps/ programs designed specifically for the 9-21 year program.

Though there are differences, there are also similarities in the Clover Bud program and the 4-H clubs for youth 9-21. Clover Bud will follow the 4-H traditions of 4-H colours, emblem, pledge and motto. Volunteers will be required to complete all of the same screening and training procedures. Activities will be hands-on and the youth will learn the basics of 4-H core competencies such as judging and public

speaking. Clover Buds will explore a variety of

topic areas. Some examples are: Outdoors, Beef, Entertaining, Clothes, Llama, Safety, Photography and Small Pet. The great resources from Saskatchewan 4-H allows for multi-year use of the material and the pilot clubs will be able to choose topics to build their project.

If you have children ages 6-8 and you live in the areas mentioned above, there may still be room for your child to join this exciting pilot. During the pilot, clubs will have 6-12 youth and a minimum of two screened and trained volunteer leaders.

4-H Ontario and our enthusiastic leaders are excited to work with these energy packed, curious and eager youth. We look forward to bringing you updates in upcoming magazine issues.

Looking for more information about the Clover Bud Pilot? Contact 4-H Ontario at [email protected] or 1-877-410-6748 ext. 473.

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Ask a 4-H Ontario Ambassador

The 4-H Ontario Ambassador programis proudly sponsored by

GROWMARK, Inc. and UPI Energy LP.

This question was answered by current 4-H Ontario Ambassador Valerie Stone.

I am a senior 4-H member thinking about applying to be a 4-H Ambassador next year. What makes this a good opportunity to apply for?

The 4-H Ontario Ambassador Program provides senior members aged 17-21 the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of public relations, communications, citizen-ship and leadership skills.

Ambassadors also have the opportunity to travel across the province promoting 4-H to the media, sponsors, youth, parents, leaders and members.

The opportunities are endless with the Ambassador program!

Throughout your travels you meet hundreds of people who become friends and acquaintances.

Ambassadors are members who build strong relationships with staff, members, leaders and sponsors while attending the majority of 4-H Ontario events throughout the year.

Ambassadors also have the opportunity to talk to potential members, leaders, and the media at different events outside of 4-H in their community as well as at provincial events such as the International Plowing Match and Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show. Ambassadors have the opportunity to not only build a network with 4-H but also with GROWMARK, Inc and UPI Energy LP as they are the key sponsors of the Ambassador Program.

As an Ambassador you have the opportunity to build youth one H at a time! My ambassador experience has truly been an opportunity of a lifetime and I think yours could be too.Do you have a question you would like to ask a 4-H Ontario Ambassador? If so send it to: [email protected].

Q. Is the 4-H Ambassador Program a provincial opportunity?

Q. Yes! The 4-H Ontario Ambassador Program welcomes applications from all Ontario 4-H members 17-21 years of age as of January 1st of the year in which they are vying for the position. The strongest applicants will be declared ambassadors when all elements of the competition are considered, regardless of home association or region.

Q. What are the responsibilities of the 4-H Ambassadors?

Q. 4-H Ontario Ambassadors are committed to the promotion of 4-H in Ontario, primarily on a provincial basis, although some national and international opportunities may be available as well. Ambassadors promote 4-H in both traditional and non-traditional 4-H venues. At 4-H events, the presence of Ambassadors sparks enthusiasm amongst participants as Ambassadors encourage members and volunteers to take advantage of opportunities presented to them.

Q. When are the 4-H Ontario Ambassadors selected?

Q. The final interviews and presentations take place on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at the 4-H Ontario office in Guelph. Successful candidates will be contacted and the 2011 4-H Ontario Ambassadors will officially be welcomed at a reception in Guelph on Friday, February 11, 2011.

Q. What is the time commitment?A. Typically, each Ambassador participates

in 2-4 events most months, with a greater concentration of activities during the summer when there are a lot of rural events happening. Some activities, such as the orientation and training weekend are required; however, personal schedules (especially school and jobs) are considered when most events arise.

Q. Is this a beauty pageant, like many other Ambassador titles?

A. No! The role of the 4-H Ontario Ambassador is to promote 4-H, and selected 4-H members are chosen for their abilities to fulfill that responsibility. Applications are reviewed and a select group of applicants are chosen for interviews and short presentations to a panel of judges.

Q. Does the position involve traveling?A. Yes! 4-H Ontario Ambassadors will be

asked to attend events throughout the province. Local events may be attended on an availability basis, but most are regional or provincial in scope. Travel opportunities are spread out amongst the ambassadors. There may also be opportunities to participate in national or international opportunities. Since there is considerable travel involved, access to reliable transportation when required is a must.

Q. If I am a finalist, why are my parents required to approve my participation in this program?

A. The 4-H Ontario Ambassador program requires significant travel throughout Ontario, with occasional opportunities for travel outside of the province. Your parents’ endorsement acknowledges that they are comfortable with you traveling, sometimes long distances, often with no other Ambassadors or staff, and that they will support you in your full participation in the program.

Q. If I applied in the past and was not selected, is it worth applying again?

Q. Absolutely! Every project you complete, and every 4-H event you participate in makes you a stronger Ambassador. Every 4-H member is an Ambassador in their county or club. Unfortunately only a select group can become Ambassadors each year, so reapplication is encouraged. 4-H members are encouraged when reapplying to take note of the comments and recommendations made by the committee during the previous application process. The program offers a maximum of two terms as an ambassador.

Q. Will I be expected to attend every event that I am invited to?

A. No, you will be assisted by a 4-H staff member in deciding which events fit the mandate of this program. Most requests for 4-H Ontario Ambassador attendance go through this process; however, you may be asked to attend local events at your discretion.

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FrequentlyAsked Questions (FAQ’s)

of the 4-H OntarioAmbassador Program

If you would like more information on the 4-H Ontario Ambassador Program, or to obtain an Ambassador applicant package, visit 4-HOntario.ca/newsletter.asp or contact [email protected].


Provincial 4-HCommunications Competition

CHAMPIONS

Megens and French named Champions Eight 4-H members competed for

the title of 2010 4-H Communications Competition Champion, Senior and Junior titles. Sylvia Megens, whose speech “The Joy of Simple Successions” became the 2010 Senior Champion while Julie French, with her speech “Once in a Lifetime Opportunity”, became the 2010 Junior Champion.

“Communications and public speaking is an integral part of the 4-H Ontario program. The 4-H Provincial Communications Competition celebrates the skills of 4-H members from across the province,” says Marianne Fallis, 4-H Ontario Opportunities Coordinator. “The quality of speeches and presentations during the competition were amazing and showcased the strength of future generations.”

Youth participated in two communication categories, Prepared Speech and Speak & Show. The Prepared Speech asks one participant, without the use of visual aids, to give the audience an increased understanding of the topic being presented. The Speak & Show category has a single participant increasing the audience’s understanding of the topic, teaching the audience a new skill or creating a finished product.

Competitors competed within an the junior or senior age division; juniors are members aged 10 to 14 while the senior division is made of members aged 15 to 21.

Senior division winner Sylvia Megens of Uxbridge, representing the Durham West 4-H Association has completed 24 4-H projects and has held a variety of executive positions in her clubs. She has attended a variety of regional and provincial 4-H events and currently sits as a member director on the Durham West 4-H Association’s Board of Directors. Outside of 4-H, Sylvia is currently attending Uxbridge Secondary School where she is an active member of the Senior Band and Student Council as well as a peer mentor to younger students.

Junior division winner Julie French of Caledon, representing the Peel 4-H Association has completed six 4-H projects. This past summer Julie took part in a 4-H exchange to British Columbia. Outside of 4-H, Julie is involved in school soccer, is a member

of the Treblemakers Choir and Finance Minister for the Macville Public School’s student parliament. She is the current Junior Fair Ambassador for the Albion & Bolton Agricultural Society.

Sponsored by the Ontario 4-H Foundation.

Did you know?• There were double the number of competitors in 2010!

• There are three communication categories to choose from: Speak and Show, Prepared Speech and Demonstrations.

• The age divisions are: Junior (9 to 14) and senior (15 to 21) with age being prior to January 1st of the current calendar year.

• In January 2011 each local Association, through their Association Resource Contact (ARC), will be receiving a Communications Competition Handbook which has all of the information you will need to run a local competition.

Information on the communications categories, scorecards for each category, volunteer official fact sheets, media invitation and news release templates, advertising posters, yearly time lines and more will be included for local Association use. The handbook will also have space provided for the Association to input their tips and tricks as the years move forward.


TD CANADA TRUST AGRICULTURE SERVICES YOUTH LEADERSHIP CONGRESSThe Royal Agricultural Winter Fair

TD Canada Trust Agriculture Services once again supported the Youth Leadership Congress at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair (RAWF), incorporating the following competitions under one youth umbrella and weekend: Queen’s Guineas, Ontario Junior Barrow Show, TD Canada Trust Junior Sheep Show, Canadian 4-H Classic Junior Dairy Show, National Junior Beef Heifer Show, TD Canada Trust Ladies Lead & Wool, and the TD Canada Trust Dairy Goat Youth Show.

Other RAWF youth events in this four-page feature include 4-H Field Crops, 4-H Provincial Go For The Gold, Canadian Young Speakers for Agriculture Competition and the President’s Cup Junior Showmanship.

The TD Canada Trust Youth Leadership Congress lead by TD Canada Trust Agriculture Services included sponsorship provided by Kubota, The Semex Alliance, and Holstein Canada.

Queen’s GuineasCompetitors from nine 4-H Associations

competed for the title of Grand Champion Queen’s Guineas.

Coming out on top was Laura Scott (Brant) with Reserve going to Kole Keating (Lambton). On the showmanship side Amy Lidster (Chatham-Kent) took home Grand Champion while Katie Thompson (Chatham-Kent) took home the Reserve title.

Junior BarrowIn the Junior Barrow competition Daniel

Verbeek, the Senior Champion, went home

with the Grand Champion Showman title, while Kaitlan Smith, was the Senior Reserve Champion Showman. Congratulations to Katie Vander Deen (Junior Champion), David Van Dyk (Junior Reserve Champion), Josh Robinson (Novice Champion) and Brandon Schertzer (Reserve Novice Champion).

The Inter County Group of Three saw the Oxford team of Brad Ypma, Andrea Ypma and Kevin Ypma take home 1st place followed by the team of Renee Robinson, Josh Robinson and Mark Robinson from Huron.

First prize Pfizer Quiz Awards went to Senior, David Robinson; Junior, Randy Vander Deen; and Novice, Laura Dieleman, while the Ontario Junior Barrow Barn Competition winner was Leanne Dieleman of Chatham-Kent.

Adding a lighter side to the competition Carmen Crump of Middlesex captured the Best Dressed Pig Picture. The J. Harold Craig Trophy Stockmanship Award was presented to Daniel Verbeek of Oxford. Grand Champion Market Pig was awarded to Mark Robinson of Huron. Champion Market Gilt went to Mark Robinson of Huron. In the Group of Three competition, Oxford came out on top and for the Top Landrace Market Hog, Josh Robinson of Huron took home the honors.

Junior Sheep ShowSixty-six competitors vied for the title of

Grand Champion Sheep Showperson. Randy Bloetjes, Intermediate winner, of Middlesex, went home with that title. Congratulations to Matthew Redick of Middlesex (Novice

Grand Champion Queen’s Guineas Laura Scott exhibited by Brant County.

Reserve Grand Champion Queen’s Guineas Kole Keating exhibited by Lambton County.

Grand Champion Showman Ontario Junior Barrow Daniel Verbeek.

Grand Champion Showperson Junior Sheep Show, Randy Bloetjes.

Grand Champion Lamb Junior Sheep Show, Ruby Rose.

Reserve Grand Champion Showman Ontario Junior Barrow David Van Dyk.



Champion), Kade Earley of Middlesex (Novice Reserve), Charlie Crump of Middlesex (Junior Champion), Emily May of Middlesex (Junior Reserve), Randy Bloetjes of Middlesex (Intermediate Champion), Nathan Aitken of Middlesex (Intermediate Reserve) Gary Finlay of Huron (Senior Champion) and Cody MacKinnon of Elgin (Senior Reserve).

The Grand Champion Lamb was Ruby Rose. Congratulations go to the Champions in each of the breed categories: Sarah Brien of Chatham-Kent (Any Other Breed), Nicole Shelley of Grey (Any Other Breed-Longwool), Gabbi Schlosser of Grey (Cross Breeds Class 1), Carmen Crump of Middlesex (Cross Breeds Class 2), Randy Bloetjes of Middlesex (Dorset), Emily May of Middlesex (Oxford), Brad Skinner of Middlesex (Soutdown) and Kristen Giffen of Grenville (Suffolk).

The Classic Dairy ShowOut in the dairy barns, 337 of Canada’s top

dairy youth across Canada were preparing for the 31st annual Classic. Walking through the barns you could see 4-H members working together to produce top quality displays and exceptionally well-groomed calves.

This year the Champion Showperson was awarded to Justin Crowley from Peterborough with Reserve going to Kelsey Mode from Prescott. The Grand Champion Calf went to RockyMountain Goldwyn Trisha (Goldwyn) shown by Ashley O’Hara of South Simcoe with Reserve Grand Champion honours going to Augure Reine Laramie (Laramie) shown by Patricia Auger from Quebec East. Honourable

Mention went to Lockmar Sidney Dorothy (Sidney) shown by Andrew Lockie of York.

The Herdsman Display competition was won by Ontario’s team from Waterloo 4-H Association with Northumberland in a very close second position. Northumberland was named Best Group of Three winners with Quebec East placing second. The Premier County Bill Edelstein Bowl was presented to Northumberland County.

Junior Beef Heifer ShowTeam participants representing 4-H across

Canada worked together to get their calves, and themselves, ready for the show ring during the Junior Beef Heifer Show. Showmanship Judge Brett Barber from Channing, Texas selected Scott MacDonald (Hamilton-Wentworth) as Grand Champion Showperson and Caylynne Brown (Northumberland) Reserve at this year’s competition. Conformation Judge Brent & Darrell Saunders from Markdale, Ontario selected the Champion Angus heifer Bailey Acres Barbara 3W led by Sara Jobin (Durham West) as the

Grand Champion Heifer with Reserve going to Hawthorne Queen 6W led by Emma English (Renfrew).

Congratulations go to the other Showmanship victors: Caylynne Brown (Champion Junior), Laura Scott (Reserve Junior), Brett English (Champion Intermediate) and Jack Oattes (Reserve Intermediate) and Melanie Gollinger (Reserve Senior). On the confirmation side, victors, by breed, were: Sara Jobin (Champion Angus), Meghan Foubert (Reserve Angus), Michelle Micks (Champion Charolais), Erin Briggs (Reserve Charolais), Clayton White (Reserve Commercial), Josh Lasby (Champion Hereford), Ryan Briggs (Reserve Hereford), Tyler Nostadt (Champion Limousin), Melanie Gollonger (Reserve Limousin), Jarod Scott (Chamption Maine Anjou), Tyler Preece (Reserve Maine Anjou), Julian Brown (Champion Shorthorn), Connor Livingston (Reserve Shorthorn), Kalie Dufault (Champion Simmental), Aaron Mitchell (Reserve Simmental), Patti Blake (Champion, Any Other Purebred Heifer) and Ashley McNevan (Reserve, Any Other Purebred Heifer).

Dairy GoatDuring this competition youth participated in

both showmanship and confirmation classes. The Grand Champion Diary Goat Showperson was Adrian Franken of Durham, Ontario. Evan Stanley of Norwood, Ontario had a great day receiving Reserve Champion Showmanship and Reserve Champion Dairy Goat Confirmation honours as well as the Flora Zaporzon Memorial Trophy for Greatest Achievement during the Royal Youth Goat Show. Grand Champion Dairy

Reserve Champion Kelsey Mode, Prescott and Grand Champion, Justin Crowley, Peterborough.

Reserve Champion Calf, Patricia Auger, Quebec East and Champion Calf, Ashley O’Hara, South Simcoe.

Reserve Grand Champion Showman Caylynne Brown, Northumberland.

Grand Champion Showman Scott MacDonald, Hamilton-Wentworth.



Goat Confirmation honours went to Brooke Hansford of Melbourne, Ontario.

Congratulations go to the other Showmanship victors: Tyler Hansford (Champion Pee Wee Showmanship), Hannah Wood (Champion Junior Showmanship). As well, congratulations go to the Champions in each of the breed categories: Brooke Hansford (Alpine), Evan Stanley (Saanen), Taylor Penny (Toggenburg), Alex Cripps (La Mancha) and Jordon Hansford (Nubian).

Ladies Lead and WoolWith the objective of presenting a class of

sheep in the most attractive manner and to improve the image of a Sheep Show while assisting in the promotion of wool, Margaret Currie from Wellington 4-H Association captured top honours. Not only did she nab first place, she also took home the Albert and Reta Hunter

Memorial Trophy, The Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers Award, and the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Award. Courtney Tupper snagged the Driscoll Dorsets Award while Kayla Elliott won the Great Lake Sales Award.

President’s Cup 2010 WinnersTaking home top honours this year was

Jenna Haelzle of Harrison, Ontario followed by Stephanie Warner of Hastings, Ontario.

4-H Field Crops

Competitors from across the province competed in 14 different classes in this year’s Field Crops Competition. Jason Turnbull of the Haldimand 4-H Association, had a very successful day as he came away with first place honours in Barley (2 rowed), Corn (ear, dent), Corn (shelled, dent), Sheaf (Oat), Sheaf (Wheat) and Sheaf (Barley). Matt Smith, from Hamilton-Wentworth, was awarded first place for his entry in the Wheat (any variety) class, while Sarah Long, from Haldimand, received first place for her entry in the Oats (any variety) class. Red ribbons were also award to Julie Smith from Hamilton-

Wentworth in the Barley (6 rowed) class; Leanne Dieleman from Chatham-Kent in the Soybeans (any variety) class; Derek Lillico from Dundas in the Beans (white or coloured) class; Deanna Ringelberg of Hamilton-Wentworth in the Hay (first cut) class; Mathew McKeon of Chatham-Kent in the Hay (second cut or later) class; and Michael Richards of Haldimand in the Artistic Display (4-H) class.

Go For The GoldTeams from Durham East, Huron, Haldimand,

Lanark, Oxford and Sudbury 4-H Associations represented their regions in a very competitive provincial Go For The Gold competition showcasing their 4-H enthusiasm and knowledge of various 4-H projects from dairy to horse and scrapbooking to small engines and current events. Games were composed of various types of questions including short answers, assigned multiple choice, who or what am I, snappers (true or false) and pop up questions.

After five preliminary rounds and a nail-biting championship game, the team from Region 2 - representing Lanark 4-H Association - grabbed gold at the Go For The Gold provincial championships held November 6th at the Royal

Grand Champion Showman Dairy Goat Youth Show, Adrian Franken, Durham.

Grand Champion Doe, Dairy Goat Youth Show, Brooke Hansford, Melbourne.

First and second place wheat sheaves won by Jason Turnbull, Haldimand and Tammy Fischer, Bruce.

First and second place barley sheaves won by Jason Turnbull, Haldimand and Andrea Smith, Hamilton-Wentworth..



Agricultural Winter Fair (RAWF).Teammates Michelle Guerard, Ashley

Knapton, James Knapton and Alan Nanne along with their coach Leanna Lowry, beat out the very competitive Region 3 Durham East 4-H Association team, made of up Amber Archibald, Kate Louws, Kaite McRae, Stephynie Sargent, Robert Skinner and coach Brad Found, to come away with the championship ribbon.

Go For the Gold’s continued success is due to the generous support from our provincial program sponsor Ontario Mutuals™, as well as support from RAWF, along with the volunteers and coaches that come out to watch, support and cheer their team on.

Canadian Young Speakers for AgricultureAmong thirty-six registrants from eight

provinces, Stephanie Kneeshaw of Stayner, Ontario, won the senior category, with Mikayla Ringelberg of Troy, Ontario, capturing the junior award.

Kneeshaw delivered an enthusiastic speech on the topic ‘What is the biggest challenge in agriculture today?’. She is a University of Guelph B.Comm. Agricultural Business graduate currently working with Agribrands Purina. “The biggest challenge that Canadian agriculture faces today is the lack of understanding the general public has of modern farming practices. This is

due largely to the increased separation between urban and rural lifestyles,” Kneeshaw said in her speech. “As Canadian farmers, we need to strive to educate our consumers about the bacon they eat, in order to save our own.

4-H also received space from Ontario Toyota

Dealers Association in the Ring of Excellence to display the 4-H Toyota Tundra, 4-H literture was available at the Equine Guelph display, and there was a strong volunteer presence at the Milk Booth and Mini-store supported through Dairy Farmers of Ontario and Natrel.

Kevin Prong, Manager, Marketing & Communications of Ontario Mutuals™, provincial sponsor for Go For The Gold, with the 2010 Champions from Region 2 representing Lanark 4-H Association.

Canadian Young Speakers for Agriculture (CYSA) Senior category winner, Stephanie Kneeshaw of Stayner, Ontario.

Canadian Young Speakers for Agriculture (CYSA) Junior category winner, Mikayla Ringelberg of Troy, Ontario.


Bertram StewartNominated by: Ontario 4-H Council

Bertram “Bert” Graham Hunter Stewart is the seventh child of eight children born to Ernie and Jennie Stewart, Albion Township of Peel County. When he was 12 years old, Bert joined the Bolton 4-H Dairy Calf Club, the beginning of a very successful 4-H affiliation. This, combined with strong family support and values, as well as provide in his rural and agricultural roots, launched him on a brilliant career in the dairy cattle industry and passionate work for his community – especially its youth.

A world renowned judge of all breeds of dairy cattle, Bertram has worked in over 18 countries and has been honoured with many awards. Judging at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair five times and seven times at the World Dairy Expo were certainly highlights. Among the impressive list of his accomplishments: showman of 16 Royal Winter Fair Grand Champions; farm manager and consultant for the famed

Agro Bros. Herd; breeding consultant to what became some of the best herds in Ontario, Brazil, USA and Mexico; assisted for over 40 years with the famous Sale of Stars; served as director and president of the Halton County Holstein Club; and is a 50 year active member of Holstein Canada.

Bertram is credited with promoting Canada’s world leading dairy genetics and has been called on of the pioneers in preparing and exhibiting dairy cattle – culminating in winning the prestigious Klussendorf Trophy in the United States and being made an Honourary Lifetime Governor of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. On the home front, his dedication to youth has been exemplary. Every year Bertram and his wife Hazel of 55 years, chaperoned Team Ontario to the National 4-H Dairy Judging Competition in Madison, Wisconsin. He has coached all 21 4-H Ontario judging teams at World Dairy Expo.

It would take an entire book to list and describe all of Bertram Stewart’s interests and achievements. High on that list would be his over 40 years of involvement in 4-H clubs, serving as leaders and supporter, teaching and impacting innumerable young lives. The climax of these was being the President of the Canadian 4-H Council in 2005. Bertram has also served in leadership capacities for his church and other rural and urban organizations. In 1997, he was nominated for Citizen of the Year by the Milton Chamber of Commerce, and in 2009, Bert was inducted into the Milton Walk of Fame – recognizing over three decades of service to the Milton community. Beyond his agricultural contributions, he has been active coaching local softball, winning an amazing seven Ontario Championships – five with the boys’ teams and two with the girls’ teams. For over eight years he was involved with the Milton District Hospital

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The formal induction ceremony took place at the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame awards banquet on Sunday, November 7, 2010 at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair in Toronto, Ontario. Pictured here are (left to right) Hazel and Betram Stewart, Lyle and Sharon Vanclief.


and served as President of the Hospital Foundation. With all these activities he still finds time to serve as Trustee for the Ontario 4-H Foundation and the Ontario Dairy Youth Trust Fund.

Never afraid to take up the challenge, Bert Stewart is a tireless champion of causes that promote a healthy and rewarding life for his family, his colleagues, his community and his country.

Honourable Lyle VancliefNominated by Syngenta

Lyle Vanclief is a unique individual and an outstanding example of what it means to be a committed Canadian. When we think of his consecutive career achievements and what Lyle brought to Canadian agriculture, the words “big gun” come to mind. Born in Ameliasburg in Prince Edward County, Ontario, Lyle grew up with the best of Canadian values. From the tender age of 12 he has honoured the principles of 4-H – the great Canadian youth organization. In time, Lyle Vanclief was to become a perfect example of an exceptional youth, achieving his full potential as Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. He was elected as Member of Parliament for Prince Edwards-Hastings in 1988 and re-elected in 1993, 1997 and 2000. An important leap in Lyle’s life journey happened when he attended the University of Guelph. It was there his natural leadership abilities shone as president of both his OAC class and the University Student Union Council. After graduating in 1966 he returned home to farm with his father. Through intelligence and hard work, Lyle took the 148 acres to 1600 acres of owned and rented crop land and livestock production.

As Parliamentary Secretary to the

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Congratulates these two outstanding 4-H Alumni who have tirelessly pledged theirHead, Heart, Hands and Health toward Inspiring Youth and Shaping Our Communities.

Thanks for your continued leadership to the future of 4-Has Trustees of the Ontario 4-H Foundation.

Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food (1993-1996), Lyle played a key role in defining the Government of Canada’s reponse to changes in international trade rules. He also served as Chairman of the Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food.

Lyle’s tenure as Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (1997-2003) covered a very difficult period in the country’s agriculture and food sector. This included a lengthy period of low prices, a major crisis with BSE, PBYn in potatoes, a severe ice storm and water safety issues to name a few. As a true leader, Lyle worked tirelessly with a wide set of sources to bring solutions to these challenges. At the same time he looked for longer-term solutions to build Canada as a leader in agriculture – prepared to meet future challenges. In this regard, he undertook the most comprehensive integration of federal and provincial policy and programs ever envisaged with the “Implementation Agreements for the Agriculture Policy Framework” covering business risk management, environment, food safety, renewal, trade, research and innovation. The industry became more focused on the future and less reliant on government subsidies, thereby developing a greater capacity to adapt to change.

It is impossible to condense the numerous accomplishments of the Honourable Lyle Vanclief, not only in the field of agriculture but also in the wider community. But it is clear that this dedicated gentleman exemplified the highest of standards in all he endeavoured to accomplish. His remarkable career tells the story of an individual who believed he had something to give. And give he did!

The Ontario 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the establishment of the Bertram and Hazel Stewart 4-H Dairy Youth Education Bursary.

This fund will help support 4-H Dairy Members who are pursuing post-secondary education. Further details regarding eligibility and process will be announced in the near future.

We invite you to celebrate Bertram Stewart's induction into the Hall of Fame by making a pledge to this exciting new fund. Please contact:Andrew Moore1-877-410-6748 ext. 461em : [email protected]

Trisha Lefler1-877-410-6748 ext. 476em: [email protected].

The Canadian 4-H Foundation - Fondation des 4-H du Canada is pleased to announce The Lyle and Sharon Vanclief Leadership Endowment Fund.

Funds will be used to send 4-H members to Washington, D.C. as part of the 4-H Canada delegation attending the US National 4-H Conference. Please contact:

Sue Walkerem : [email protected]


Your are invited to the 2011 4-H Ontario Conference and Annual MeetingFebruary 25th to 27th, Waterloo Inn and Conference Centre

Join us in welcoming Karen Kliobhofer, professional speaker and facilitator as she takes us all through a COLOURFUL Workshop on Personality Exploration. True North is the direction towards the actual geographical North Pole the axis the world revolves around. Come along and explore with us as we map out our own personal True North. The inner place we work from, the things that make us unique - our true personality. Along the way, we will discover skills to help us take the helm of the sometimes choppy waters we navigate when dealing with ourselves, other 4-H Ontario participants - even our friends, family and co-workers. This session scheduled for Friday evening promises to provide key personal insights and tools that you will use well beyond your life as a 4-H Ontario Volunteer!

Join us at CAM by registering on our website http://4-hontario.ca/CAM.asp today!

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The 4-H experience and farm safety messages were shared by volunteers, members, Ontario 4-H Foundation Trustees, Ontario 4-H Council Directors, and 4-H Ontario Ambassadors through displays in the 4-H Pavilion at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, held September 14th-16th at Canada’s Outdoor Park in Woodstock Ontario. The show has been a long time supporter of 4-H.

The Dream Dinner Lottery (Lottery Licence: M644562, Licensee: Ontario 4-H Council) was launched, mini-store items were on sale, and many discussions were had with alumni, volunteers, members, partners and their families. Video testimonials were captured to help share the excitement and value of involvement with 4-H.

Monsanto Canada Inc. once again raised funds at the event toward agricultural leadership via their Genuity™ Technology Expo, Hyland Seeds flew the Harvest Balloon featuring the 4-H logo, and 4-H Ontario Ambassadors

2010 International Plowing Match & Rural Expo

4-H Ontario was proud to once again participate in the International Plowing Match & Rural Expo, held this year in St. Thomas (Elgin County) from September 21st to 25th. The “largest outdoor agricultural exhibition of its kind” is a natural fit for 4-H, speaking to its rich history in agriculture.

Visitors to the show were able to

experience and learn about 4-H across the site, with a strong presence enabled by partnerships and volunteer support.

At the education tent, Elgin County 4-H proudly shared the 4-H message through a local display, photos, literature, and giveaways. The “spin the wheel” trivia game was especially popular with the many school children who attended,

and provided an educational opportunity about the 4-H program and agriculture.

With a theme of farm safety, visitors to the 4-H Ontario CIBC sponsored tent had the opportunity to visit an array of farm safety displays created by 4-H members, try hands-on activities provided through the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA), and learn about silo safety through a display from Ontario Harvestore Systems and seeing the Lambton Extrication Tool. Youth and their families learned about 4-H camps, conferences, and exchange programs, and spoke with 4-H Ontario Ambassadors. Guests also had the opportunity to meet with local CIBC branch representatives and learn about CIBC offerings.

Those taking in the Hydro One exhibit also had an opportunity to learn about 4-H, as did those at the Ontario Mutuals™ site, where the 4-H Toyota Tundra truck was displayed right outside a tent space provided through Mutual support. 4-H information was shared and co-branded items of lip balm, hand sanitizer and rain ponchos distributed for a donation.

2010 Canada’s Outdoor Farm Showwere on hand to talk about 4-H.

4-H was highly visible right across the grounds, with the 4-H Ontario Toyota Tundra truck making its way around the site as a mobile photography platform for the show. With a wet closing day, a co-branded 4-H/Ontario Mutuals™

rain poncho became the hit of the show, and visitors were invited to warm up with complimentary coffee at 4-H coffee service stations that were supported by sponsorship from exhibitors in the Dairy Innovation Centre.


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UPCOMING EVENTS & DEADLINES

4-H Ontario and Junior Farmers of Ontario are working together to bring to their members and the community alike, three F’s – Food, Fitness and Fun!

Summer 2011 will see six events that will showcase healthy eating and healthy living while having fun “test driving” recreation activities and creating great tasting food.

Through the generous support of the Ministry of Health Promotion & Sport 2010-2011 Healthy Communities Fund, 4-H and Junior Farmers are partnering to create and deliver six (6), one day events that will give youth and adults alike a look at alternative and healthy food preparation and insight into activities built for people of all activity levels. The day will be a round robin style with everyone

getting a chance to participate in five food stations and five activity stations.

Through demonstrations and hands-on activities 4-H and Junior Farmer members and other community youth will explore food stations on Breakfast Fun, Smoothies, Snack Secrets, Grilling and a big favourite – Pizza! Is your mouth is watering already? On the Healthy Living side, participants can try their “hand” at Yoga, Martial Arts, Geocaching, Dance and Mountain Biking. Not sure these activities are for you? You won’t know until you give them a try.

The Summer Games of Fitness, Food & Fun will be held at six locations across Ontario. A key feature of this program will be pick-up locations for participants to catch a bus to bring them to the event

and return them after a jam packed day. “4-H and Junior Farmers are excited

to be supporting healthy and active programs for youth and helping to grow a culture of health and a balanced lifestyle.” Enthuses Marie Winter, Manager of Member Services & Development with 4-H Ontario.

Beyond the hands-on fun of food tasting and getting the body active, participants will have a chance to meet up with youth from around their region and build new friendships that will last well past this one day event.

Summer Games- Food, Fitness and Fun, are you ready to sign up? Visit the 4-H Ontario website at 4-HOntario.ca .

A new adventure is waiting - see you there!

4-H & JFAO summer gAmes are coming!

December 31, 2010 Deadline for 4-H Ontario Ambassador applications! Details available at: 4-HOntario.ca/newsletter.aspx.

January 7, 2011 • 4-H Ontario Newsletter Competition Showcase all of the great things that are going on within your Association! Content, layout/design, writing style and distribution all enhance your newsletter and are the criteria this competition is based on. Send in your entry, consisting of three of your Association's newsletters distributed between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2010 for a chance to become the Provincial Champion Newsletter!

January 7, 2011 • 4-H Ontario Scrapbook CompetitionCelebrate the past year's worth of Association successes by channeling your creative juices into creating an Association Scrapbook. Combine newsletters, newspaper clippings, photos, programs and other 4-H information into an exciting piece of history for your association. Submit either a traditional or electronic scrapbook for a chance to win!

January 7, 2011 Deadline to apply! W. Garfield Weston Foundation 4-H U.K. Exchange Experience a new country and broaden your world outlook!This is a reciprocal exchange.This exchange finds 4-H delegates age 18+ travelling to England and Wales where they are hosted by several families. Delegates attend the Royal Show in Warwickshire, and visit the Experimental Farm in Sittingbourne. Canadian delegates travel to the U.K. in May, U.K. delegates travel to Canada in October/November. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about agriculture and resources in the United Kingdom, represent 4-H in Canada, and gain new friendships and experiences to last a lifetime!

February 15, 2011 @ noon deadline for Media Contest!

May 26, 2011 & June 2, 2011Ontario 4-H Foundation Golf-West and Golf-East annual tournaments. Details at: 4-HOntario.ca/GolfTournaments.asp.

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Annual Meeting of theOntario 4-H Council.

The Annual Meeting of the Ontario 4-H Foundation will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2011, 3:30 p.m. at the Waterloo Inn and Conference Centre, 475 King Street North, in Waterloo, Ontario, beginning at 4:00 p.m. for the purpose of receiving reports and statements required to be placed before the annual meeting, election of the chair, appointing the auditor of the Corporation and for the transaction of such other matters as may properly be brought before the meeting.

The Annual Meeting of the Ontario 4-H Council will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2011, 8:00 a.m. at the Waterloo Inn and Conference Centre, 475 King Street North, in Waterloo, Ontario, beginning at 8:00 a.m. for the purpose of receiving reports and statements required to be placed before the annual meeting, election of the chair, appointing the auditor of the Corporation and for the transaction of such other matters as may properly be brought before the meeting.

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2010 marks the 96th year of 4-H in Ontario. We are humbled to think of the thousands upon thousands of 4-H volunteers who have embraced the 4-H program across Ontario, providing Learn To Do By Doing club experiences for generations upon generations of youth in their communities. Youth who have themselves gone on to become leaders within their industry, community, and country.

We believe the mantra ‘paying it forward’ has been the lifeline of the 4-H movement in Ontario, and will be the foundation of our future. Like all of you, who have been or still are part of the program, you will understand that the words of our pledge are indeed enabled by the freedoms and privileges we have been given – a reminder we embrace as Canadians on November 11th every year.

While November is 4-H month, and kicked off by the Show Your 4-H Colours day on November 3rd, we like to think of the 4-H movement being a full year opportunity for clearer thinking, greater loyalty, larger service and better living. Today we are pleased to share with you and give thanks for the news that the 4-H movement in Ontario has a volunteer team 400 stronger than last year! This means that 1900 volunteers are paying it forward for their local 4-H clubs, communities and country. Simply fantastic and we thank each and every one of you.

As we head into the four year stretch heading toward our 100th Anniversary, we continue to look for ways to meaningfully and effectively address the opportunities and challenges that we embrace every day. We remain vigilant to our planning, management and evaluation processes, as we seek to empower, direct and protect the program, the volunteers and ultimately the 4-H members across this province.

2011 brings new opportunities as we welcome for the first time in Ontario’s 4-H

history, 9 year olds to the 4-H family. We will be investing the membership, partner, and donor investments wisely toward creating an increasingly effective and vibrant program. Our boards at the provincial and local levels will be welcoming new volunteer directors and trustees as the leadership succession continues, which in and of itself is empowering, as these volunteers dedicate their skills and energy toward making the program at all levels the best it can be.

Similarly we will be witnessing and supporting the ongoing succession of our 4-H Ontario staff team. A team not unlike our volunteer Boards, which will always experience some change as the team member’s live their lives and pursue new opportunities to contribute their skills and energy whether at home, work or within their community. We are so thankful for our staff team’s dedicated daily contribution to 4-H in Ontario.

Together with the dedicated volunteers, partners, donors and staff, the collective support of the organization’s vision is so critical to the future of 4-H in Ontario. Success is born when we focus on enabling greater involvement of volunteers, a growing membership and ultimately facilitating the incredible impact that this organization of Leaders Building Leaders provides to the communities in which we all live, work and play.

Thank you for joining the 4-H family in Ontario. Thank you for paying it forward.

Paying it forward!


What are you waiting for? Register TODAY!For more information contact:4-H Ontario Opportunities [email protected] or 1-877-410-6748 ext. 472web: 4-HOntario.ca

5 NIGHTS & 6 DAYSFor members age 15-21

WHERE? Ontario Pioneer Camp, Port SydneyWHEN? March 12 - 17, 2011

DEADLINE to apply is January 31, 2011Sponsored by:

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