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Youth Ambassadors will represent 4-H at events throughout North America
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Olds… Rosie Templeton is the winner of the Alberta 4-H program’s most prestigious award. Rosie was chosen from among 90 of the provinces top 4-H members to receive the Premier’s award during the 52nd annual 4-H Selections program at Olds College, May 1 - 4.
“Agriculture is a vital part of Alberta’s economy and for over 90 years 4-H has played an important role working with the youth in our rural communities,” said Premier Ed Stelmach. “Through their various programs and training courses, 4-H is helping prepare and develop talented and committed young men and women to become the future agricultural and business leaders of our province.”
“Participants in 4-H excel in the areas of leadership and teamwork thanks to the experiences they gain through their clubs. These skills will allow them to continue building on the strong agriculture heritage of our province,” said George Groeneveld, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development. “The government is proud to be helping to build legacies, support rural communities and develop future leaders through our continued involvement with the 4-H program.”
Rosie, a seven-year 4-H veteran and member of the Readymade 4-H Beef and South Country Judging Clubs, has realized many feats during her 4-H career. Most recently, Rosie’s exceptional communications skills resulted in being named 2009 Provincial Public Speaking champion, while her discernment and awareness earned her the title of Regional Judging Champion. She is the recipient of a Platinum Award of Excellence, and has held every position on her club’s 4-H Executive, from club reporter to president. As Premier’s Award winner, Rosie’s passion for the 4-H program will serve her well as she acts as a representative for 4-H on a provincial level.
“It is a great honour to receive such a prestigious award. This proves that the opportunities of 4-H members are endless, and I cannot wait to see where this position takes me,” asserted Rosie.
In addition to the Premier's Award announcement, 41 senior-aged members were chosen to represent 4-H at major educational programs throughout Canada and the United States during the 2009/10 year. Fourteen 4-H Ambassadors were also selected to serve a two-year term promoting
4-H and youth involvement in Alberta.
4-H is Alberta's longest running rural youth program with more than 6,500 members and over 2,100 leaders participating in close to 400 clubs across the province. For more information, visit www.4h.ab.ca or contact the provincial 4-H office at 780-422-4444.
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Editors’ note: Backgrounder on Selections Program attached.
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Media inquiries may be directed to:
| Marguerite Stark, Head
4-H Branch
Agriculture and Rural Development
Office: 403-948-8510
Cell: 403-669-6202 | Ag Media Line
780-422-1005 |
To call toll-free within Alberta dial 310-0000.
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May 4, 2009
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Provincial 4-H Selections Award Trips
The following pages outline the 41 trips awarded at the Selections Program.
4-H Ambassadors Group
4-H Ambassadors exemplify the leadership, communication and personal development skills for which Alberta’s 4-H program is recognized. Their role is to promote 4-H to members and non-members.
Southern Region
Rosie Templeton, Coaldale
Jesse Wall, Stirling
Calgary Region
Jared Hunter, Didsbury
Avery Parkinson, Airdrie
West Central Region
Alynn Hagstrom, New Norway
Amy Schoenknecht, Hay Lakes
East Central Region
Lindsey Grover, Stettler
Kennan Hedley, Consort
Northeast Region
Ian Brousseau, St. Paul
Matthew Yakemchuk, Hairy Hill
Northwest Region
Reanne Andersen, Busby
Kristina Huisman, Barrhead
Peace Region
Jennifer Alexandre, Falher
Kristy Oatway, Woking
Description of Selections Award Trips
Montana 4-H Congress, Bozeman, Montana
Sponsor: Calgary Stampede
During the Congress, the four Alberta delegates will see Montana 4-Hers in action, and learn how
4-H operates in Montana. Delegates are invited to take part in seminars, workshops and discussions as well as observing various competitions.
Recipients: Lindsey Grover, Stettler
Cody Harrison, Claresholm
Kennan Hedley, Consort
Avery Parkinson, Airdrie
National 4-H Citizenship Seminar, Ottawa, Ontario
Sponsor: Canadian 4-H Council
Eight delegates will join other 4-H members from each province for a seminar in Ottawa. Delegates will be involved in group discussions, lectures, and seminars dealing with Canadian government structure. They will have the opportunity to see the Parliament Buildings, attend a session at the House of Commons, visit Government House and tour the city of Ottawa.
Recipients: Ted Andrew, Youngstown
Alyssa Bergo, Ardmore
Talisa Chelick, Hines Creek
Alison Ditner, Evansburg
Stacey Domolewski, Taber
Haley Scott, Lacombe
Katelyn Smith, Coronation
Edith Wouters, Innisfail
National 4-H Conference, Toronto, Ontario
Sponsor: Canadian 4-H Council
Eight Alberta delegates, along with delegates from the other nine provinces, the US and the United Kingdom will come together for six days in Toronto. This program deals with issues and concerns in Canadian agriculture relevant to senior 4-H members and involves group discussions, guest lecturers, and total group participation in a variety of sessions.
Recipients: Danielle Charron, Mannville
Jamie-Lee Danielsen, Delia
Lindsey Douglas, Delburne
Kristina Huisman, Barrhead
Jared Hunter, Didsbury
Michelle Leslie, Sedgewick
Amy Schoenknecht, Hay Lakes
Matthew Yakemchuk, Hairy Hill
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California 4-H Exchange, California
Sponsor: Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce and 4-H Program Trust
The delegates will travel to California to participate in the California Annual 4-H Leadership Conference as well as a possible host family stay prior to the conference. Delegates will experience 4-H programming in California, visit with 4-H members and exchange ideas. The leadership conference is designed with fun and learning in mind and is focused on developing leadership skills and discussing current issues that affect youth.
Recipients: Keanan Mahoney, Clyde
Jordyn Prior, Irma
4-H Alberta/Northwest Territories Agriculture Development Tour
Sponsors: ITS Travel and 4-H Program Trust
The 4-H Alberta/Northwest Territories Agriculture Development Tour promotes the importance of agricultural products and by-products, as well as increase the awareness of the diversity of agriculture throughout Alberta and the NWT. An attempt will be made to purchase Alberta products where possible, visit agricultural processing and production facilities, and identify Alberta products that are available in the Northwest Territories. Members will also gain an appreciation of the culture and lifestyles of residents in different regions of Alberta and the NWT. Delegates will travel by bus and will camp throughout the trip.
Recipients: Reanne Andersen, Busby
Ilona Bastiaansen, Bow Island
Colin Blanchette, Vimy
Ian Brousseau, St. Paul
Kaylie Bruner, Evansburg
Dustin Coleman, Innisfail
Alynn Hagstrom, New Norway
Brittney Matejka, Ponoka
Hayden Miller, Calgary
Hal Nixdorff, Airdrie
Robyn Ockerman, Lindbergh
Kasey Reber, Woking
Laura Shuttleworth, Balzac
Samantha Sperber, Rimbey
Matthew Viste, Hanna
Jesse Wall, Stirling
National 4-H Skills Conference, Brandon, Manitoba
Sponsor: Canadian 4-H Council
Eighteen delegates from across Canada will join senior 4-H members from Manitoba to explore how to identify, acquire, expand and market key skills that are valuable to gaining employment. Through interactive learning, delegates will identify and enhance the skills necessary to be successful in current and future job markets.
Recipients: Lynette Lastiwka, Willingdon
Kasara Van Hecke, Busby
USA National 4-H Conference, Washington, DC
Sponsor: Canadian 4-H Council
One Alberta delegate will attend the United States National 4-H Conference in Chevy Chase, Maryland with 250 American 4-H delegates. Participants enhance leadership skills, develop international friendships and build awareness of differences in two North American programs. Delegates have the opportunity to visit historical points of interest in Washington.
Recipient: Rosie Templeton, Coaldale
Alternate List
4-H members listed as an alternate may be called upon to replace a delegate at any one of the above programs.
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Jennifer Alexandre, Falher
Janessa Brewin, Taber
Robyn Fisher, Fairview
Jolene Garber, Milk River
Dana Kamlah, Lacombe
Stacy Nichiporik, Hotchkiss
Leanna Santangelo, Lethbridge
Rebecca Tokariuk, Lethbridge
Tessa Troock, Barrhead
Leanne Wood, Spruce Grove
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Media inquiries may be directed to:
| Marguerite Stark, Head
4-H Branch
Agriculture and Rural Development
Office: 403-948-8510
Cell: 403-669-6202 | Ag Media Line
780-422-1005 |  | |
Dial 310-0000 for toll-free access outside Edmonton
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Media inquiries may be directed to:
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Marguerite Stark, Head
4-H Branch
Agriculture and Rural Development
Office: 403-948-8510
Cell: 403-669-6202 | Ag Media Line
780-422-1005 |
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To call toll-free within Alberta dial 310-0000. |
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