TORONTO – Giving youth real world job skills is the goal of a new 4-H project. Rural Employment and Life Skills (REAL) offers members certificates in programs ranging from handling food safely to recognizing hazardous materials. “We saw value in giving members hands-on usable skills they could go somewhere with in terms of employment,” said […] Read more
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4-H members gain employment skills through REAL program
4-H members serve as movement’s role models
TORONTO – Today’s 4-Hers are role models for the 4-Hers of tomorrow, a Manitoba high school teacher said during the jointly held Canadian 4-H Members and Leaders conference Nov. 3. “A lot of young eyes are watching them,” said Mark Essay. “The responsibility lies with the kids who are in 4-H being role models and […] Read more
Agriculture college holds workshops to introduce students to science
The University of Saskatchewan’s agriculture college hopes to increase enrolment by exposing high school students and teachers to a science curriculum based on agriculture. Jon Treloar, the college’s community liaison co-ordinator, said it has held about 10 two-day workshops over the last couple of years, involving 150 teachers, and the response has been positive. “We’re […] Read more
Lest we forget … appreciate sacrifices veterans made
Today is Remembrance Day, a day set aside to honour those who sacrificed their lives for the freedom of others. It was first held in 1919 to mark the end of the First World War on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. What can we do to remember the gift […] Read more
Securing deposit after seller reneges on deal
Q:My daughter recently negotiated the purchase of a new SUV from our local dealer. They signed a sales agreement and she left $500 as a deposit. That night, the manager called her at home saying there was an error with the price and it was $3,000 more. She said she didn’t want the vehicle, and […] Read more
Helping child with self-worth
Q:Our daughter has had a rough time at school, and even though her Grade 4 teacher is more supportive than her previous teachers were, our daughter does not want to go to her classes. She had her fill of criticism when she was in Grades 2 and 3 and her self-worth is rock bottom. How […] Read more
Fourth generation farm not likely to remain in family
DUCK LAKE, Sask. – The survey map marking the quarter section where Marvin Arcand’s great-grandfather homesteaded reads Jean Arcand, 1887. Jean came to Saskatchewan from Manitoba, and fought in the Riel Rebellion against the government. He was one of a long line of Arcands who gradually moved west from Quebec beginning in the 1660s. Marvin […] Read more
Cattle producer finds others still not sold on Simmentals
ALTONA, Man. – If you spend enough time talking to Andrea Arbuckle, you might end up buying a Simmental bull you didn’t plan to own. The 24-year-old is a passionate advocate of the Simmental and Angus cattle her family in Hartney, Man., has always raised and enjoys talking about the value of good cows and […] Read more
Share your christmas memories – for Nov. 11, 2010
Do you have one special memory about Christmas? The Western Producer wants you to share it in a special section devoted to your tales of family gatherings, unique presents, visits from Santa, blizzards and breakdowns, and memorable Christmas treats. Please send 300 to 500 word stories plus photos by Dec. 1 to newsroom@producer.com or Box […] Read more
MotherFirst presents recommendations to government
One in five Saskatchewan women will experience mental health issues after having a baby. Elita Paterson, Tania Bird and Carla O’Reilly all suffered depression after the birth of their children. They coauthoredThe Smiling Mask to document their experiences. Last week, they had something to smile about when the MotherFirst working group presented its report to […] Read more
