Anxiety and depression are the most seen mental health issues facing today’s farmers, but many don’t seek help till later
Farming is a stressful business, and 2020 is shaping up to be a doozy. A dry summer across a good part of the Prairies last year was followed by a delayed harvest due to excess moisture in fall. That led to poor yields and crop left unharvested over winter in some areas. Then came the […] Read moreAuthor Archives
Agricultural lifestyle called conducive to farm stress
The independent spirit that helps farmers cope with working in isolation can also make it more difficult to ask for help
The most important components of a farming operation are its people. “In agriculture, we always hear about the latest advances in technology and innovation, and we forgot about our people,” said Lesley Kelly, co-founder of the Do More Agriculture Foundation, an organization founded to deal with mental health issues facing farmers. “We should’ve been talking […] Read moreLower than average resilience can pose risk for producers
Never has farming been under such high scrutiny as it is today. However, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the modern world has never needed agriculture more than it does today. Farmers bear the weight of the world as the main source of global food supplies. As a result, recent studies have concluded that suicide […] Read more
4-H movement inspires continuing loyalty
Many adults remain intense supporters of the organization long after they and their children leave active membership
Candace Tolton of Kenton, Man., has taken the 4-H motto of “learn to do by doing” to heart. She has worked her way up the ranks to become president of the Manitoba 4-H Council. Tolton’s road to 4-H began when her eldest daughter, Brooke, turned nine and was old enough to join their local multi-purpose […] Read more
Man. woman turns grief into thriving business
A decision to teach herself how to sew western shirts like her late mother used to do leads to a thriving venture
Lacey Marshall of Rapid City, Man., started sewing slightly more than a year ago, compelled by her mom’s influence, her own determination, and the excitement of sharing a family tradition with her daughter. A desire to sew some shirts for herself and her daughter, Maci, has become full-blown business with her Wildflower Stitchin brand of […] Read more
Farm boy from Manitoba hits the big time
Kelvin Dushnisky, who grew up on a farm near Birtle, now runs the third largest gold mining company in the world
No matter where life takes Kelvin Dushnisky, chief executive officer of AngloGold Ashanti in Johannesburg, South Africa, he still considers Manitoba his home. “I have lived in a few places but unequivocally when I am asked where I call home, the answer is Manitoba,” says Dushnisky. “I am very proudly Manitoban and I promote the […] Read more
Young cowboy’s legacy stays strong
Family and friends continue to gather to share Manitoba cattle producer’s passion for horses, kids, and rodeo
The legacy of Casey Brown lives on, as family and friends continue to share his passion for horses, kids and rodeo. The Lenore, Man.,-area cowboy and horseman was well known for passing along his know-how to the younger generation before the 34-year-old’s life was cut short in an automobile accident in 2011. The following year, […] Read more
Power of dance tapped to help elderly
Personal-care facilities participate in study exploring how music and movement affect elderly and dementia patients
Communities in southwestern Manitoba have wrapped up the third phase of a research project studying the effects of music and movement in the elderly and in people living with dementia. The research was carried out as a joint project between Brandon University and Trent University in Peterborough, Ont., Five personal-care facilities were involved in the […] Read more
Veteran keeps D-Day stories alive
A 96-year-old man from Manitoba embraces every opportunity to talk about the Second World War and his experiences
Jack Haddow Houston, a veteran of the Second World War, turned 21 three days before the epic D-Day invasion of German-occupied France by Allied troops at Normandy on June 6, 1944. Earlier this month he turned 96 and celebrated the 75th anniversary of D-Day at his home in Birch Lodge in Hamiota, Man. He was […] Read more
Side-saddle racing returns to Stampede
Women ranging in age from their early 20s to 70 are expected to compete in the event’s second year in Calgary
For the second year running, side-saddle racing will be part of the 2019 Calgary Stampede. The field of eight women will race the entire track this year, following the evening chuckwagon races on July 5 and 6. “We’re looking forward to celebrating a very traditional style of riding, in a very high-adrenalin way,” said Calgary […] Read more
