The minister noted the department has submitted information to the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada as part of the process to receive federal environment approvals for the project. The department has also developed environmental management plans that outline the protection measures that will mitigate adverse effects.
The outlet channels will improve water regulation of Lake Manitoba and Lake St. Martin, reduce the likelihood of flooding on both lakes, and lower the risk of flood related damages and disruption to communities in the area, the minister noted. For more about the project, www.manitoba.ca/mit/wms/lmblsmoutlets/visit
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“Since plans for the outlet channels project first began in 2011, our government has continually engaged with Indigenous groups and other communities that may be affected by the project,” said Piwniuk. “As planning and implementation work on the project continues, this environmental advisory committee will formalize that ongoing engagement process to ensure meaningful input, accurate information and constructive feedback are openly shared.”
The new environmental advisory committee will provide advice and guidance during the planning, construction and operation of the outlet channels.
The project team will continue engaging with Indigenous groups and other communities to discuss these plans and community specific concerns.
An update from MBP August 19, 2022 mbbeef.ca
The Lake Manitoba and Lake St. Martin Outlet Channels Project involves building two diversion channels, each approximately 23 km long. The Lake Manitoba Outlet Channel will run north from Watchorn Bay on Lake Manitoba to Birch Bay on Lake St. Martin. The Lake St. Martin Outlet Channel will run northeast from Lake St. Martin to Lake Winnipeg south of Willow Point. The project also includes building three bridges and two water control structures, a 24 kilovolt distribution line and adjusting the surrounding highway infrastructure.
Manitoba Government Investing $3.1 Million to Establish Environmental Advisory Committee for the Outlet Channels Project (August 17, 2022 Province of Manitoba News Release) The Manitoba government is investing $3.1 million to establish an environmental advisory committee for the Lake Manitoba and Lake St. Martin Outlet Channels Project, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Doyle Piwniuk announced today.
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(August 17, 2022 Province of Manitoba News Release) Our government is continuing its engagement process on the Lake Manitoba and Lake St. Martin Outlet Channels project, which will protect lives and property from devastating impacts of future Weflooding.were honoured to meet with the Chiefs of the Interlake Reserves Tribal Council (IRTC) communities in Pinaymootang First Nation today as part of our ongoing community specific engagement activities. We acknowledge that we have fallen short in our responsibilities to collaborate fully in the true spirit and intent of reconciliation, and we deeply appreciate this opportunity to hear directly from Indigenous leadership and listen to their concerns.
Today’s conversations serve as an important step in the path forward for engagement based on honesty, trust and respect. These collaborative efforts are critical to strengthening our relationship with Indigenous communities, as well as ensuring the success of this historic project that will improve flood protection and increase resilience against climate change. Our government acknowledges there is much work to do in terms of advancing truth and reconciliation. We have been working diligently through the environmental assessment process, recognizing the importance of water, land and resources, and are working to ensure the outlet channels project is aligned with traditional knowledge and Indigenous understanding of the area.
Joint Statement from Indigenous Reconciliation and Northern Relations Minister Alan Lagimodiere and Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Doyle Piwniuk
On May 9, 2022 the Manitoba government announced Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) related to damages to infrastructure, private residences, farms or small businesses due to spring flooding. DFA will also assist with verified livestock losses. The following information has been provided by the provincial government and Manitoba Beef Producers (MBP) to help producers as they consider making a claim under the DFA program.
• Assistance for livestock losses will be calculated as follows:
• To view a video on how to apply for DFA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0S_STwXlP0
Application Deadline Extended to Sept. 23, 2022
o Note: The cost to obtain the veterinary certificate can be submitted as a DFA eligible cost
o Different types of cattle are priced differently on Canfax, so therefore the farm will need to provide details on the type of livestock that were lost as well as the animal’s weight.
o Is based on the Wildlife Damage Compensation program for predation losses (MASC). See: https://www.masc.mb.ca/masc.nsf/fact_sheet_679_wildlife_damage_livestock.html
• The application deadline for the spring 2022 DFA program has been extended to September 23, 2022.
• Manitoba Beef Producers has helped develop a template that vets can use to support the producer’s DFA application and this information is being circulated to them In the veterinary certificate the cause of loss needs to be attributed to the ‘2022 spring flood’ and the date of loss should be stated. This form is also available on the “DFA for Farm” page on the EMO website under “Step 2: Apply and mandatory documents.” See: https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/dfa/farm.html
o For calf losses, the compensation will provide assistance based on a 500 lb. cow.
• Producers should also examine the DFA eligibility criteria related to infrastructure damage to determine if there are any other losses for which they may be eligible to seek compensation.
• DFA will provide assistance to farms that have experienced livestock losses as a result of spring flooding in 2022. To qualify for DFA, your farm must have yearly gross revenues of between $10,000 and $2 million and employ no more than 20 full time workers. It must be an owner operated business and the owner operator must be the day to day manager. The farm cannot be a hobby farm
• Program webinars presentations: https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/pdfs/2022_dfa_webinars_pr.pdf
o Will provide a price per pound for livestock losses. The price is based on the Canfax value on the date of loss (www.canfax.ca)
• For complete program details and to download the DFA application form, go to: https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/dfa/farm.html
• For other inquiries contact Manitoba’s Emergency Measures organization as follows:
• In the DFA application form, producers should note the number and types of cattle lost, e.g. calves, fed steers, fed heifers, bulls, etc. Under the DFA program criteria, a veterinary certificate is required to verify that the losses were a direct result of the event. This is non negotiable.
o For losses that happened some time ago, the producer should contact their veterinarian, explain the situation, and obtain the needed certificate.
o Toll Free: 1 888 267 8298 Fax: (204) 945 4929 Email: dfa@gov.mb.ca
Disaster Financial Assistance Program and Livestock Losses
• Frequently asked questions about DFA: https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/dfa/faq.html
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The weekend started off Saturday afternoon with a presentation on Cattle Handling and Artificial Insemination. Friday evening all Juniors participated in the Ag Challenge, trying new skills and competitions with their new team members. It is a great way for Juniors to work together, make new friendships, learn something new and have fun while doing it!
Where else can you attend an event with 53 Junior members of all breeds working together as teams and in individual competitions, to learn the skills needed in the Livestock Industry. This is not just any cattle show, it is an all around event to promote and educate youth to continue in the livestock industry.
The cattle industry is in good hands after watching the participants at Roundup go through their educational and cattle show weekend. On July 30, 31 and August 1st , fifty one enthusiastic Manitoba and Saskatchewan Junior Cattle Producers attended the 15th Annual Manitoba Youth Beef Roundup in Neepawa, Manitoba. Excitement in the cattle industry brought out a quality group of interested cattle producers and 53 head of cattle. This year 27 new members attended Roundup for the first time.
15th Annual Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up
15 years ago, this show was initiated by Bert McDonald, Blair and Lois McRae. Committee was formed consisting of Lesley Hedley, Albert Rimke, Marcia Pizzey, Melissa McRae, Ashlee Mitchell, Richard Bramley, Charlotte Artyshko and Marshall McDonald. This All Breed Committee along with new directors has developed over the years with over 255 Juniors participating in the weekend. This show would not happen without our dedicated sponsors, parents, Juniors, Judges, and Committee members who have stood behind this Junior All Breeds Show and helped to make it a success.
On Sunday, the Juniors were busy with many different events. In the morning Juniors had hands on workshops on Judging Cattle, Sheep and Goats; Oral Reasons and how to fill out the Judging cards. In the afternoon, the Juniors took part in Team Judging and Team Grooming. The Pee Wees had halter making and parts of the animal demonstrations. Saturday evening was wrapped up with the Cook Off competition sponsored by our Platinum sponsor: Enns Bros Equipment. Here the Junior Teams prepare 2 steaks along with a vegetable and a dessert with the Theme of Ranch Brands with unique costumes. Sunday was show day. Thank you to our show day judges, Kodie Doetzel and Levi Rimke, these two young Beef Producers did an outstanding job on the Judging Clinic and the cattle show. Juniors participated in showmanship classes in the morning and then confirmation classes in the afternoon. We rounded the day off with a Parade of Champions and a Parade of 4 H Champions then finished the evening off with awards. Each and every year Round Up is a weekend filled with friendships, learning, skills and knowledge. It was once again another successful weekend!
Round Up 2022 Committee: Co Chairs: Lois McRae Laura Horner and Jake Rawluk; Rilla Hunter, Jackie Cavers, Blair McRae, Dalyse Robertson, Megan Kemp, Samantha Koroscil, Albert & Michelle Rimke, Candace Abey, Taylor Carlson, Andrea Bertholet, Geoff Paterson, Trevor Carlson.
15th Annual Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up 2022 Results Showmanship Division Winner Honorable Mention Senior Dylan Frey Emma Harms Intermediate Madisyn Robertson Joran Frey Junior Bryler Fraken Chase Airey PeeWee Duggan Franken Cohen Canart Individual Judging Sponsored by Mazer Group Division Winner Honorable Mention Senior Emma Harms Taylor Carlson Intermediate Joran Frey Kaitlyn Rutten Junior Abby Snowden Blake Airey PeeWee Paisley Baron Sadie Sawchuk 2022 Round Up Agribition Judging Team Sponsored by Manitoba Charolais Association Emma Harms, Taylor Carlson, Dylan Frey, Cora Baker, and Eric Schultz Team Judging Division sponsored by Mazer Group SeniorWinnerEmma Harms and Taylor Carlson Intermediate Madisyn Robertson and Sigga Vigfusson Junior Brylor Franken and Chet Franken PeeWee Dugan Franken and Declynn Allum Bob Gordon Memeorial Award for Oustanding Overall Top Judge presented in memory of Bob Gordon on behalf of the Gordon Family. Bob was a strong supporter of all Junior programs Winner Abby Snowden Photography Division SeniorWinnerHarleigh Carlson Intermediate Joran Frey Junior Brooklyn Holliday Peewee Cohen Canart Graphic Design Division Winner Senior Emma Harms Intermediate Madisyn Robertson Junior Jagger Allum Peewee Aysen Abey Young Handlers Award Madisyn Robertson Digger Award Sveinna Bjarnarson
15th Annual Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up Art Division SWinnereniorEmma Harms Intermediate Fisher Cavers Junior Jagger Allum PeeWee Paisley Baron Scrapbook Division SeniorWinnerEmma Harms Intermediate Sveinna Bjarnarson Junior Aklen Abey PeeWee Breelee Bootsman Stall Card JuniorWinner Benson Bootsman PeeWee Breelee Bootsman Ag Challenge 1st Place Team 3 Dylan Frey, Eric Schultz, Grace Keen, Blake Airey, Benson Bootsman Cook-Off Sponsored by Enns Brothers Winner Team 7 Sveinna Bjarnarson, Sigga Vigfusson, Chase Airey, Lakelyn Bootsman, Aysen Abey Honourable Mention Team 6 Madisyn Robertson, Laura Christensen, Kate Hinsburg, William Keen, Chett Franken Team Grooming Winner Team 3 Dylan Frey, Eric Schultz, Grace Keen, Blake Airey, Benson Bootsman 2nd place Team 6 Madisyn Robertson, Laura Christensen, Kate Hinsburg, William Keen, Chett Franken 2022 Round Up Scholarship $1000 Recipient: Orianna Hyndman 2022 Herdsman Award Robertson, Hinsburg and Baker Families. 2022 All Star Team Team 3 Dylan Frey, Eric Schultz, Grace Keen, Blake Airey, Benson Bootsman Grand Aggregate Sponsored by Enns Brothers Division Winner Senior Emma Harms Intermediate Madisyn Robertson Junior Blake Airey PeeWee Paisley Baron
15th Annual Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up Confirmation Class Results Angus Show Class 1 Angus Heifer Calf 1. Dylan Frey, Oxbow, SK Heifer Calf Champion: Dylan Frey on Freyburn Lass 2K Class 2A Angus Bred Heifers 1. Joran Frey , Oxbow, SK 2. Kate Hinsburg, Rapid City 3. Dylan Frey, Oxbow, SK 4. Bryler Franken, Redvers Class 2 B Angus Bred Heifers 1. Kendra Hinsburg, Rapid City 2. Emma Harms, Cartwright 3. Carson Baker, Neepawa 4. Madisyn Robertson, Neepawa 5. Katelyn Rutten, Carlyle Junior Champion Female Joran Frey with Freyburn Blackbird 48J Reserve Junior Champion Kate Hinsburg with KCH Black Lass 2110J Class 3 Angus two year old with calf at foot 1. Dylan Frey, Oxbow , SK Senior Female Dylan Frey with Freyburn Lass 6H Grand Champion Angus Female - Joran Frey with Freyburn Blackbird 48J Reserve Grand Champion Angus Female Dylan Frey with Freyburn Lass 6H Bull Calf Champion Joran Frey with Freyburn Bobcat 29K Charolais Show Class 1 Heifer Calf 1. Abbey Snowden, Carberry 2. Brianna Snowden, Carberry Grand Champion Charolais Heifer Calf Abbey Snowden Reserve Grand Champion Charolais Heifer Calf Brianna Snowden Class 2 Charolais Bred Heifers 1. Paisley Baron, Carberry 2. Madisyn Robertson, Neepawa 3. Grace Keen / Lucas Cavers, La Riviere Junior Champion Charolais Female Paisley Baron with Hidden Lake My Moo 1J Reserve Junior Champion Female Madisyn Robertson with JMB Rose 102J
15th Annual Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up Class 4 Mature Charolais Female with 2022 Natural Calf at foot 1. Fischer Cavers, La Riviere Senior Champion Charolais Female Fischer Cavers with Hidden Lake My Moo 1G Grand Champion Charolais Female Paisley Baron with Hidden Lake My Moo 1J Reserve Grand Champion Charolais Female Madisyn Robertson with JMB Rose 102J Charolais Bull Calf Champion- Fischer Cavers with Hidden Lake John 92K Simmental Show Class 2 Simmental Bred Heifers 1. Keira Duguid,Arnes 2. Cooper Lafreniere, Steinbach 3. Declynn Allum, Oxbow. SK 4. Jagger Allum, Oxbow, SK 5. Dugan Franken, Glen Ewen, SK Junior Champion Simmental Female Keira Duguid with Chic Julia 7J Reserve Junior Champion Female Cooper Lafreniere with Jules Trip T 911J Class 4 Mature Simmental Female with 2022 Natural Calf at foot 1. Eric Schultz , Riding Mountain Senior Champion Simmental Female Eric Schultz with Perks La Tigress 2035D Grand Champion Simmental Female Eric Schultz with Perks La Tigress 2035D Reserve Grand Champion Simmental Female Keira Duguid with Chic Julia 7J Mixed Breed Shorthorn and Hereford Class 1 Mixed Breed Heifer Calf 1. Harleigh Carlson , Elm Creek ( Shorthorn) Grand Champion Heifer Calf Harleigh Carlson with Up the Creek Kitty 4K Class 2 Mixed Breed Yearling Heifer Class 1. William Keen, Manitou ( Hereford) Junior Champion Mixed Breed Female William Keen with KTCT 245E Jody 44J Class 3 Mixed Breed 2 year old with calf 1. Harleigh Carlson , Elm Creek Senior Champion Mixed Breed Female Harleigh Carlson with Up the Creek Miss Mercedes 2H Grand Champion Mixed Breed Female William Keen with KTCT 245E Jody 44J ( Hereford) Reserve Grand Champion Mixed Breed Female Harleigh Carlson with Up the Creek Kitty 4K
Commercial Show Class 1 Heifer Calf 1. Laura Christenson, Lampman, SK 2. Sveinna Bjarnarson, Gladstone
15th Annual Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up
3. Shayden Manz, Brandon 4. Sveinna Bjarnarson, Gladstone Junior Champion Commercial Female Katelyn Rutten with Zoey Reserve Junior Champion Eric Schultz with Beretta Class 3 Commercial 2 year old with Natural calf at foot 1. Laura Christensen, Lampman, SK 2. Sveinna Bjarnarson, Gladstone Class 4 Commercial Cow with calf at side 1. Jason Schultz , Riding Mountain Grand Champion Commercial Female Katelyn Rutten with Zoe Reserve Grand Champion Female Laura Christensen with Julia Commercial Bull Calf Champion Jason Schultz, Riding Mountain Fat Steer Show Class 6 Steer class 1. Thomas Allen , Roblin 2. Cohen Canart, MacCauley 3. Ivy Allen, Roblin 4. Shayden Manz, Brandon 5. Hanley Fehr, Glenboro Grand Champion Steer Award Thomas Allen Reserve Grand Champion Steer Cohen Canart
Class 2A Split 1 Commercial Bred heifer Class 1. Katelyn Rutten, Carlyle, SK 2. Eric Schultz, Riding Mountain 3. Sadie Sawchuk, Neepawa 4. Quinn Sawchuk, Neepawa 5. Summer Sawchuk , Neepawa Class 2B Commercial Bred heifer Class 1. Sigga Vigfusson, Lundar 2. Lukas Cavers, La Riviere
Each and every year Round Up is a weekend filled with friendships, learning, skills and knowledge. It was once again another successful weekend! See you all in 2023.
3. Eric Schultz, Riding Mountain Champion Commercial Heifer Calf Laura Christenson with Susie Reserve Champion Commercial Heifer Calf Sveinna Bjarnarson with Maddy
• Drug Enforcement o Overall, Drug Enforcement decreased by 59% (49 to 21) with Possession down 60% (20 to 8) and Trafficking down 54% (24 to 11).
– June 2022
Overall, the Districts’ occurrence counts combined decreased by 10% (from 20,975 to 18,976), with decreases in all Districts and Manitoba East District experiencing the largest decrease of Divisionally,16%.Crimes against Person decreased 24% (1,906 to 1,783) and Crimes against Property increased 60% (2,578 to 3,110) over June 2021. For a listing of the communities served by each District, please visit: grc.gc.ca/mb/stats/districtshttps://www.rcmpeng.htm.
Manitoba RCMP Monthly Police-Reported Crime Statistics (August 12, 2022 RCMP News Release) Calls for Service June 2021 to June 2022: East District: 16% (8,695 to 7,262) West District: 1% (5,121 to 5,080) North District: 7% (7,159 to 6,634)
• Crimes Against Person o This category had an overall decrease of 18% (488 to 400); specifically noted, Sexual Offences decreased 29% (55 to 39) and Assaults decreased 20% (300 to 241).
• Common Police Activities o Overall the category decreased very minimally by 1% (649 to
Manitoba East District During June 2022, Manitoba East District reported decreases in all categories, except for Crimes against Property over the same period in 2021. The following increases and decreases are being highlighted: • Common Police Activities o There was a decrease overall of 11% (989 to 877) while Wellbeing checks were up 19% (131 to 156) but the Breach of Peace sub category was down 29% (227 to 162).
Manitoba West District During June 2022, Manitoba West District reported increases in Crimes against Property but decreases overall in the other categories. The following are being highlighted:
• Crimes Against Property o Overall, there was a very minimal increase of 2% (900 to 922) with the largest increase in Fraud up by 51% (53 to 80). Theft under $5,000 and Break & Enter both increased similarly, up 31% (166 to 218) and 30% (90 to 117), respectively. Meanwhile, Arson decreased 43% (7 to 4) and Mischief decreased 20% (462 to 371).
• Crimes against Property o There was an overall increase of 21% (681 to 821); Theft under $5,000 increased 79% (140 to 251) and Possession of Stolen Goods increased 62% (13 to 21) while Break and Enters decreased 11% (114 to 101).
• Crimes Against Property o Overall there was an increase of 37% (997 to 1367); specifically, Theft over $5,000 increased 70% (23 to 39), Mischief increased 29% (766 to 1065) and Break & Enters increased 27 % (73 to 93).
Manitoba RCMP Monthly Police-Reported Crime Statistics – June 2022 641), with the largest decrease seen in Person/Vehicle/PropertySuspicious down 17% (301 to 249) while the largest increase occurred in Wellbeing Checks up 36% (83 to 113).
• Crimes against Person o The category decreased overall by 4% (367 to 353) and the Assault sub category decreased by 14% (228 to 197).
• The complete statistics can be found here: grc.gc.ca/mb/stats/indexhttps://www.rcmp eng.htm Any questions on the statistics can be directed to the Manitoba RCMP Media Relations Unit.
• Crimes Against Person o Overall this category decreased by 2% (1051 to 1030) with the largest decrease in Sexual Assaults down 32% (56 to 38).
• Drug Enforcement o Overall the Drug Enforcement category decreased by 16% (56 to 47) with Trafficking down 39% (39 to 33).
• Drug Enforcement o Drug Enforcement decreased overall by 13% (46 to 40), specifically, Possession was down by 23% (13 to 10) and Trafficking was down 22% (27 to 21).
• Common Police Activities o There was an overall decrease of 16% (1087 to 912) with the largest specific decrease in the Breach of Peace sub category down by 28% (524 to 376).
Manitoba North District During June 2022, over June 2021, of all four categories, Manitoba North District reported the largest increase in Crimes against Property and the largest decrease in Common Police Activities. The following increases and decreases are being highlighted:
“Since the 2018 safety review of the South Perimeter Highway, our government has worked diligently to implement the measures required to enhance traffic safety, reduce collisions and save lives while also ensuring continued access for businesses and residents in the area,” said Piwniuk. “The Perimeter Highway is one of the most important economic corridors in Manitoba. Our ongoing work is critical to ensuring traffic on this route flows safely and efficiently.”
• extending the west service road south to PTH 190;
• upgrading and paving the north service road from PR 236 to Lilyfield Road and from PR 409 to east of Dasmesh School to accommodate heavy commercial loading; • reconstructing the north service road between King Edward and Ritchie streets to improve drainage and eliminate an existing jog in the road;
• closing the medians and access to PTH 101 at Road 63N once the work listed above has been completed;
• constructing a roundabout at the intersection of PTH 6 and PR 236;
• closing an uncontrolled approach near PR 330;
• resurfacing sections of PTH 100 between PTH 3 and Portage Avenue;
• continued construction of the new interchange at St. Mary’s Road;
Manitoba Government Announces Start of Next Phase of Perimeter Highway Safety
The minister noted this next phase of construction work builds on the substantial progress already made to improve safety by upgrading service roads and mitigating high risk access points, such as median openings and intersections where access is controlled with stop Worksigns.completed, underway and to be tendered on the North and South Perimeter Highways (PTH 100 and PTH 101) in 2022 includes:
• extending Aimes Road to St. Anne’s Road;
• widening PTH 6 to four lanes from PTH 101 to the Prairie Dog Central railway tracks and adding passing lanes further north;
Construction Project (August 15, 2022 Province of Manitoba News Release) Construction work is continuing on Provincial Trunk Highway (PTH) 101 and PTH 100, the North and South Perimeter Highways, as part of the Manitoba government’s ongoing commitment to improving road safety, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Doyle Piwniuk announced.
• extending the westbound bypass lane on Provincial Road (PR) 221 to accommodate greater traffic volumes;
Construction Project
Work on the detailed design for a new diamond interchange at the intersection of PTH 100 and PTH 3 is expected to start in early 2023. The minister noted that motorists using the Perimeter Highway should expect delays and are advised to exercise caution and patience during Manitobaconstruction.Transportation and Infrastructure will update impacts to traffic through the Manitoba 511 information system www.manitoba511.ca/en/index.htmlat.
Manitoba Government Announces Start of Next Phase of Perimeter Highway Safety
• constructing a new right turn lane at PR 330; and • paving near the Pembina Highway Manitobainterchange.Transportation and Infrastructure has also begun a functional design study of the North Perimeter, similar to that completed for the South Perimeter in 2020, which will outline a staged approach for major changes to the Perimeter Highway. This will allow for changes that are appropriate for current traffic levels and that can accommodate future upgrades as traffic volumes increase, the minister noted The design study awarded to WSP Canada Ltd. will include public engagement activities to help identify further improvements that are both safe and meet the needs of local stakeholders.
Canadian Beef Cattle Check-Off Agency Elects New Members and Marketing Committee at AGM Penticton, BC (August 17, 2022) The Canadian Beef Check Off Agency (the Agency) is pleased to announce the Agency Board, following the Annual General Meeting on August 16, 2022. The 2022/23 Agency Members have been announced as: Primary Producers: Terry Wiebe, BC Jeff Smith, AB Sheila Hillmer, AB Chad Ross, SK Mary Paziuk, MB Jack Chaffe, ON Kirk Jackson, QC Trevor Welch, NB Larry Weatherby, NS David Francis, PE Julie Mortenson, Young Cattlemen's Council (YCC) Canadian Meat Council: Russ Mallard, Atlantic Beef Products Andre Forget, Montpak Jeff Cline, Cargill John Curtis, St. Helen's Meat Packers Retail and Foodservice: Stephen Christie, Sysco
“Our industry has been through a lot in the last few years,” said Smith. “I’m looking forward to using the newly released value study as a benchmark to measure results, and make sure that we are delivering the most value we possibly can for beef producers in Canada.”
Melinda German, General Manager of the Agency, is hopeful that new lines of revenue will help the Agency deliver even more results to the industry.
Canadian Beef Cattle Check-Off Agency Elects New Members and Marketing Committee at AGM I.E. Canada: Coral Manastersky, Maple Leaf Foods
Newly elected Chair Jeff Smith is excited to take on the leadership role for the Agency
Joining Smith on the Agency’s Executive Committee will be Trevor Welch of New Brunswick as Vice Chair, Larry Weatherby of Nova Scotia as Governance Chair and Kirk Jackson of Quebec as Finance Chair. The Agency also welcomed Julie Mortenson of Saskatchewan as the Agency’s first Youth Member. This observer role kicks off the Agency’s focus on engaging young beef producers in check off discussions, and two way learning opportunities for both the new Member, and the
The study, Evaluating the Benefits of the Canadian Beef Cattle Check Off, indicates that the beef check off and import levy provide $33 in benefits to every $1 invested into the industry.
“Our inspection program is growing, and the administration of the pork import levy continues to generate revenue by utilizing infrastructure and processes we already have in place," said German. “This means we can operate with less beef check off administration, and get those dollars working for our industry in research, market development and promotion.”
Detailed results and information can be found at www.cdnbeefcheckoff.ca/value.
Veal Farmers of Ontario
Agency’s sitting Members. The Agency’s Marketing Committee also elected two new Members at Large this year: Clay Holmes
Cargill John
Maple Leaf Foods
Jack Chaffe, Mallard, Cline, Curtis, Christie, Manastersky, Leaf Haley,
Intercity Packers, and Cam Daniels
Canadian Beef Cattle Check-Off Agency Elects New Members and Marketing Committee at AGM of of
Beef Farmers of Ontario Chad Ross, Saskatchewan Cattlemen's Association Appointed: Russ
Atlantic Beef Products Andre Forget, Montpak Jeff
Western Prime Meat Processors
Cameron Blake,
Cam Guest,
Daniels, Harmony Beef Mike
Foods Jennifer
Harmony Beef. The Marketing Committee is responsible for planning and establishing Canada Beef’s strategic, business and operational goals and objectives and for the overall management and operation of the business and affairs. The Marketing Committee has been announced as: Elected: Clay Holmes, Intercity Packers
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St. Helen's Meat Packers Stephen
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The Agency would like to recognize Mike Kennedy and Hubert Lau for their service to the Agency and Marketing Committee, respectively. Both brought valuable experience to their roles, and the industry can be proud of the work they put in at the Agency and Marketing
“I am excited to take on the role of chair of the Marketing Committee at a time of great innovation in the Canadian beef and veal industry,” said Mallard. “I look forward to working with committee members, whose business insight and expertise will ensure sound operational oversight for Canada Beef as it strives to increase demand for Canadian beef while ensuring the maximum value for producer dollars.”
Canadian Beef Cattle Check-Off Agency Elects New Members and Marketing Committee at AGM
The Marketing Committee also elected their Executive Committee, including Russ Mallard as Chair, Stephen Christie as Vice Chair and Jack Chaffe as Finance Chair.
“We are fortunate to have an exceptional breadth and depth of expertise on the committee to provide informed guidance and oversight on our business plan and budget,” said Young. “As we look forward to continued collaboration, I want to thank outgoing chair Mike Kennedy for his leadership and contributions to the committee over the years. Mike has served on the Agency board since July 2011, reflecting a considerable personal commitment to the industry.”
TheCommittee.Agencywould also like to recognize Chad Ross as he completes his third and final year as the Agency’s Chair. Ross was elected in 2019, about seven months before the arrival of the pandemic shut down across the country and around the world. He lead a full bylaw review and amendment, the reduction of the Agency’s administration, and maintained a strong focus on the future through succession planning and youth engagement. Ross will remain on the Agency to represent the Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association, and assist with transitioning leadership as the Past Chair.
Canada Beef President Michael Young is confident the Committee’s collective skillset is a good fit for overseeing the Agency’s marketing investments.
Government Of Canada Invests in Improving Animal Welfare
"We're pleased to continue working collaboratively with industry, government, veterinary, and animal welfare professionals to continue in developing the Codes of Practice through the National Farm Animal Care Council, a division of Animal Health Canada. Evidence based co development is a cornerstone of how
• The Canadian Cattle Identification Agency, located in Calgary, Alberta, will receive up to $52,140 to evaluate the use of ultra high frequency (UHF) scanners to read cattle identification tags as part of Canada's commitment to the international community to quickly trace the movement of animals in the event of a disease outbreak. Tag readings are recorded in a database that makes it possible for government and industry to rapidly contain the scope of a potential outbreak, protecting animal and human health.
The Honourable Marie Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food
(August 8, 2022 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada News Release) The humane care and handling of farm animals, and the ability to track their movements, are an important part of the confidence consumers have in their food in Canada. The Minister of Agriculture and Agri Food, the Honourable Marie Claude Bibeau, announced an investment of up to nearly $3 million to three national organizations to enhance animal welfare and tracking in the Withcountry.funding under the AgriAssurance Program, the organizations will draw on new research to update industry standards for the care and handling of animals, and will evaluate technology to more efficiently trace farm animals in the production system in the event of a disease outbreak. The work will support the highest standards in farm animal care. The recipients include:
• The Canadian Poultry and Egg Processors Council, located in Ottawa, Ontario, will receive up to $35,750 to update its animal welfare program for hatcheries to meet the requirements of the National Farm Animal Care Council's Code of Practice for the care and handling of hatching eggs, breeders, chickens and turkeys.
• Animal Health Canada, located in Elora, Ontario, will receive up to $2.9 million to update national codes of practice for the livestock sector, including the code for the safe and humane transportation of livestock. It has also developed and introduced a code of practice for the aquaculture sector covering farmed salmon, trout and arctic char.
Consumer confidence in Canadian livestock and meat products is built on Canada's strong food safety system. The Government of Canada is committed to providing producers with the tools and resources they need to implement agricultural best practices to enhance the welfare of animals and provide Canada and the world with safe, quality food. Quotes "The dedication of Canadian producers to the welfare of their farm animals is what makes our livestock system world famous. By improving our standards and practices for care and tracking, consumers can be assured that our food system is meeting the highest standards."
the Codes are created and updated and we are excited to lead this project into its final year of funding."
- Anne Brunet-Burgess, General Manager, Canadian Cattle Identification Agency Quick facts
• The Canadian Code of Practice is a national guideline developed by the National Farm Animal Council for the care and handling of farm animals. It includes requirements and recommendations on water and nutrition, environment management, housing and handling and transportation. The code is based on input from farmers, processors, researchers, government, veterinarians, food service and retail representatives and animal welfare organizations.
• The AgriAssurance Program is a $74 million federal initiative to build public trust by helping industry develop and adopt systems, standards and tools that enable it to make credible, meaningful and verifiable claims about the quality of Canadian agriculture and agri food products and the manner in which they are produced. Associated links
• Canadian Cattle Identification Agency
Government Of Canada Invests in Improving Animal Welfare
- Dr. Melanie Barham, Executive Director of Animal Health Canada "One of our mandates at Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA) is to keep in step with new technologies that have the potential to move livestock traceability forward, such as ultra high frequency (UHF) technology. We began with a review of its current application in livestock and are now enhancing our database to accommodate producers who are already use the technology. CCIA is grateful to have received funding to support both initiatives."
• Animal Health Canada
• Canadian Poultry and Egg Processors Council
• AgriAssurance Program
WHAT TO INCLUDE IN THE APPLICATION: A selection of no less than ten high-resolution images suitable for reproduction on social media, print etc. Video presentation link if available, media stories/ broadcasts showcasing your stewardship efforts.
Tesa application Address:FarmName(s):Name: Email:Phone: PLEASE ATTACH A WORD DOCUMENT WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: 1. Provide a description of your farm including the environment it operates in. 2. What have you done/what are you doing to improve environmental management on your farm? 3. What are your challenges and successes? Please include high-resolution images and data which help show measurable results. 4. What factors have enabled you to make management changes? (e.g. Working with conservation organizations, programs such as the Environmental Farm Plan, funding support, education, etc.) 5. What are your environmental goals for the future and how do you plan to carry them out? 6. Include two letters of reference that speak to your leadership in conservation. Please limit your application to 10 pages (not including letters of reference and photos). Electronic applications are preferred and a single, complete PDF document is requested. A sample application from previous years can be found online at submitpageContactenvironmental-stewardship-award/how-to-nominate/https://www.cattle.ca/sustainability/the-yourprovincialorganizationlistedontheprevioustodeterminewhenyourassociationrequiresyoutoyourapplicationfortheprovincialaward.
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TESA SPONSORS TESA sponsorship program is available to appropriate organizations that wish to affiliate themselves with the CCA’s TESA program. In addition to showing support for environmental stewardship and Canada’s beef cattle producers, the program also provides the opportunity to join industry leaders, government representatives and nearly 60,000 Canadian beef farms in the national discussion on environmental issues affecting the industry. For more information, visit www.cattle.ca/what-is-tesa TESA PLATINUM SPONSOR
