Prior to AITC M, she worked in the Faculty as its community liaison coordinator where she developed and coordinated student recruitment initiatives, and connected with prospective students, educators, producer and industry stakeholders to promote FAFS education and research programs.
Clayton also has extensive public education and governance expertise, having served nearly two decades as a four term school trustee and board chair for the Pembina Trails School Division, and as governing board chair for Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology.
Clayton graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Agricultural Economics) from the UM, and worked for several years in international sales and marketing in the agricultural industry.
(September 8, 2022 University of Manitoba Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences news release) Sue Clayton will be joining the School of Agriculture at the University of Manitoba (UM) as its new director on October 17. She brings to the role strong leadership skills and a broad network of relationships within industry, government, organizations and the Manitoba education community.
“The role of Director of the School of Agriculture encompasses what I have been passionate about over the course of my career agriculture and education,” says Clayton. “I see many opportunities ahead that will build upon the solid foundation of the School, ensuring our new curriculum continues to serve the next generation of farmers and agricultural sector employees.”
Clayton succeeds Michele Rogalsky, who retired as director in June 2022.
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expand the organization’s agricultural literacy programming and capacity. During the COVID 19 shutdown, Clayton and her team pivoted AITC M programs to virtual delivery, transforming a challenge into an opportunity to reach even more Manitoba students and teachers in remote communities.
Located in the UM Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, the School coordinates the two year Agriculture Diploma program and offers a variety of certificate, non credit and professional development programs for the agri food industry on behalf of the Faculty.
University of Manitoba’s School of Agriculture welcomes new director
Clayton comes to the School from her previous position as the executive director of Agriculture in the Classroom Manitoba (AITC M), where over seven years she helped
An update from MBP September 9, 2022 mbbeef.ca
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• health care workers aged 18 or older, including fire/paramedic first responders; and
The EngageMB survey to gather Manitobans’ perspectives on the bivalent vaccine closes today. To participate, visit https://engagemb.ca
vaccinations will no longer be available at RBC Convention Centre after tomorrow, Sept. 10. The last day of operations at the convention centre will be Sept. 17. The vaccine clinic in Winnipeg will transition to 1680 Notre Dame Ave., with the first appointments available Sept. 20. Walk ins will not be available at this location.
The province recommends that Manitobans keep a supply of rapid antigen tests at home. These tests are available at many locations across the province, including pharmacies, grocery stores and libraries. To help locate convenient pickup locations, an online map is available at thetheshouldIndividualsprinted,extensionfromextendedhomePeoplewww.gov.mb.ca/covid19/testing/locations.htmlwhohaveAbbottPanBiorapidtestsatshouldknowthatHealthCanadahastheshelflifeoftheseteststo24monthsthedatethetestsweremanufactured.Thisoccurredafterthepackagesweresoexpirydatesmaynowbeinaccurate.whohavetheserapidtestsathomeusethedateofmanufactureprintedonpackagingandadd24monthstodeterminetrueexpirydate.
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Manitoba received its first shipment of 27,650 doses of vaccine today and will begin filling orders and shipping the vaccine to locations across the province as quickly as possible. A second shipment of 77,600 doses will be delivered from the federal government during the week of Sept. 12.
• Indigenous people aged 18 or older, regardless of where they live;
• COVID 19 in Manitoba: https://manitoba.ca/covid19/
• individuals aged 18 or older with higher risk medical conditions, including people who are immunocompromised due to a health condition or medication and those who are pregnant;
• campaign:Vaccine https://protectmb.ca/ and https://manitoba .ca/vaccine
• adults aged 65 or older;
• residents of personal care homes and other congregate living facilities including assisted living, group homes, shelters and correctional facilities.
recommended that all adults wait for access to a bivalent vaccine, as it provides additional protection from omicron variants of COVID 19. The province expects to be able to expand eligibility for the bivalent vaccine to all Manitobans aged 18 and older in the coming weeks, based on vaccine shipments from the federal government and initial uptake among eligible groups. Updates will continue to be provided to Manitobans about eligibility and Walksupply.in
(September 9, 2022 Province of Manitoba news release) Manitoba Health advises that people who are eligible for the bivalent COVID 19 vaccine can begin booking appointments on Sept. 12 at 9 a.m. using the online booking tool, by contacting the vaccine call centre at (toll free) 1 844 626 8222 (1 844 MAN VACC) or by contacting medical clinics and pharmacies directly.
Appointments will be available beginning Sept. 14. The online vaccine finder map will be updated next week with all of the locations where the bivalent vaccine is available.
Additionally, as of Sept. 12, anyone aged 12 and older can receive a booster of the monovalent (original) vaccine if they choose. However, it is
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(September 8, 2022 Agriculture in the Classroom –Manitoba news release) Big changes are coming to Agriculture in the Classroom Manitoba’s Effectiveleadership.September
30, 2022, Katharine Cherewyk will step into the role of Acting Executive Director for Agriculture in the Classroom Manitoba (AITC M). Katharine will replace Sue Clayton, who leaves our organization on September 29 to become the new Director of the School of Agriculture at the University of Manitoba.
AITC-M announces leadership transition
Under Sue’s leadership, AITC M’s annual operating budget increased from $650,000 to $1.1 million, all of which was raised through donations, sponsorships, grants, and government funding for specific projects. This increase in funding allowed AITC M to add new programs and to expand all other programming to meet a growing demand across our province. From 2017 to 2021, AITC M’s reach increased from 29,700 students to 56,400. AITC M is reaching more students in more geographical locations than ever before.
AITC M’s Board of Directors will initiate a process to select the permanent Executive Director and will have more to share about this process in the weeks ahead.
Congratulations, Sue, on the exciting new opportunity ahead of you. For over 30 years, agriculture and education have driven you to find new ways of connecting students and educators with the story of where our food come from. I wish you every success in this next chapter of your own journey.
I know from talking to Sue that she remains passionate about the work we are doing at AITC M. She will continue to support us in every way she can as a volunteer and donor.
On behalf of AITC M’s board, I want to thank Sue Clayton for her incredible leadership over the past seven and a half years. Under her direction, AITC M has strategically positioned itself as a trusted bridge between our province’s agriculture industry and the young minds sitting in countless Manitoba classrooms who will become tomorrow’s consumers, decision makers, agricultural professionals, and Sueinnovators.notonly
In the interim, AITC M is in excellent hands. As our Operations and Development Manager for the past five years, Katharine Cherewyk has played a vital role in positioning our
expanded the AITC M team; she ensured policies and processes grew along with that expansion, ensuring our organization had the capacity to meet a rising demand for its programs and resources. She set the
organization’s strategic priorities, which formed a valuable way to measure the success of programs and resources.
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Among her many accomplishments, Sue introduced the Six Pillars of Agricultural Literacy framework to AITC M and adapted it to the Manitoba school curriculum. While COVID 19 proved a formidable hurdle for many organizations, Sue and her team pivoted critical AITC M programs to virtual delivery, transforming a challenge into an opportunity to reach even more Manitoba students and teachers in remote communities.
AITC-M announces leadership transition
Thank you, Katharine, for taking the lead at this time of great forward momentum for AITC M.
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Pictured: Katharine Cherewyk (left) and Sue Clayton (right)
With so many exciting new programs and resources on the horizon, our students, teachers, members, and partners have a great deal to look forward to as we grow a better future for Manitoba agriculture.
MBP is planning for a return to in-person district meetings between October 19 and November 3. There will also be a virtual session on November 7 with the same updates. Register by clicking on the district meeting graphic. Click here to watch
organization to meet a growing demand for the opportunities we provide to students and teachers. She’s passionate about what we do, and a great organizational relationship builder who truly understands the role we play in supporting our industry. Her extensive experience and expertise as a strategic planner, communicator, fundraiser, project manager and business leader will ensure a smooth leadership transition in the weeks and months ahead.
DFA for Farm 2022 Spring Flood Deadlines
• Frequently Asked Questions
For more information about Disaster Financial Assistance see: https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/dfa/index.html
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The Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) program assists farmers by providing financial support after a disaster. In order 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. The farm cannot be a hobby farm; it must be an owner operated business and the owner operator must be the day to day manager.
• November 15, 2023 : Program Closure Deadline we are working with all claimants so that repairs can be completed as soon as possible, but no later than November 15, 2023
• September 23, 2022 : Deadline to Apply submit your application prior to the application deadline
2022 Spring Flood DFA Virtual Information Webinar Set for September 12th
(Source: Province of Manitoba) Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) will be offering virtual information webinars on the 2022 Spring Flood Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) program. Those with flood related impacts to their private residence, farm, small business or nonprofit organization are encouraged to attend an information session to learn more about the application, screening, inspection, evaluation and payment process. Self registration links:
• Disaster Financial Assistance Fact Sheet
• Monday September 12 7:00 PM to 8:30
• Webinar for Private Residence, Farms, Small Business and NPO
• Webinar for Municipalities
• March 20 to July 20, 2022: Event Dates damages/losses incurred from flooding between these dates are included in the 2022 Spring Flood DFA Program
We are receiving a high volume of claims for the 2022 Spring Flood DFA program and experiencing delays in processing claims. We ask for your patience. DFA staff will be in contact with you as your claim progresses through the DFA program.
• Assistance for livestock losses will be calculated as follows:
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)
• 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.
o For losses that happened some time ago, the producer should contact their veterinarian, explain the situation, and obtain the needed certificate.
• To view a video on how to apply for DFA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0S_STwXlP0
o Toll Free: 1 888 267 8298 Fax: (204) 945 4929 Email: dfa@gov.mb.ca
• 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.
• Program webinars presentations: https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/pdfs/2022_dfa_webinars_pr.pdf
• 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
Disaster Financial Assistance Program and Livestock Losses Application Deadline Extended to Sept. 23, 2022
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.
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
• 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:
• Frequently asked questions about DFA: https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/dfa/faq.html
o Note: The cost to obtain the veterinary certificate can be submitted as a DFA eligible cost
• 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 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.
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“Our government recognizes the staffing challenges facing employers, so finding the best ways to tap into the skills and experience that many newcomers have to offer to address the current labour shortage has the potential to lead to a stronger workforce for all Manitobans,” said Reyes. “As we continue to develop a full continuum of immigration programs and services, we value the ideas, advice and experiences of others in shaping immigration policies that produce the greatest benefit for all concerned. I encourage all Manitobans to share their ideas via this public engagement survey to help inform this important aspect of public policy.”
The Manitoba Immigration Advisory Council (MIAC), co chaired by Reyes and Lloyd Axworthy, includes 20 members with expertise related to immigration services, governance, economic development, project management and community integration. It represents front line immigration service providers, ethnocultural community leaders and organizations, and members of Manitoba’s business, industry and academic communities. It also has urban, regional and francophone
To participate in the engagement process, council-immigration-programs-ihttps://engagemb.ca/immigration-advisory-visitn-mb.ThedeadlineforfeedbackisSept.30.
Manitoba Government Launches Engagement on Addressing Labour Shortage Through Immigration
(September 7, 2022 Province of Manitoba News Release) The Manitoba government invites Manitobans to provide feedback on how immigration could help address labour shortages to understand better their views on this important topic, Advanced Education, Skills and Immigration Minister Jon Reyes announced.
• improving the responsiveness of programs to address labour market shortages and needs; and
Duringrepresentation.thepast several months, the council held town halls across the province, listening to Manitobans offer thoughts on:
• ensuring programs and services support newcomers to the province to strengthen the economy for all.
• improving immigration programs and policies;
The public engagement survey provides another opportunity to share insights and hear from the public, the minister noted.
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6. Include two letters of reference that speak to your leadership in conservation.
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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
3. What are your challenges and successes? Please include high-resolution images and data which help show measurable results.
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1. Provide a description of your farm including the environment it operates in.
For more than 65 years, MNP has been helping beef producers get the most from their operations. Whether you are looking to pass the farm on to the next generation, improve your profitability, be more competitive or expand MNP’s beef industry specialists will help you get the results you’re looking for. To find out what MNP can do for you, contact Marvin Slingerland, Partner, MNP Lethbridge, at Director of Livestock Services at 1.800.661.8097 or Marvin.Slingerland@mnp.ca
A selection of no less than ten high-resolution images suitable for reproduction on social media, print etc.
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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5. What are your environmental goals for the future and how do you plan to carry them out?
2. What have you done/what are you doing to improve environmental management on your farm?
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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.)