E-Newsletter Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew dsfsfa And New Government Sworn In An update from MBP October 20, 2023
(October 18, 2023 Province of Manitoba News Release)
TREATY 1 AND DAKOTA TERRITORY, HOMELAND OF THE RED RIVER MÉTIS, WINNIPEG—In a colourful and traditionfilled ceremony honouring the seven Indigenous nations in Manitoba, Premier Wab Kinew was sworn in today as premier of Manitoba, alongside the 14 other members of his cabinet.
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“Manitobans have entrusted us with the great honour of leading our province and I do not take this responsibility lightly,” said Kinew. “I am proud of the team we have assembled to get real results for Manitobans on the issues that matter most – fixing health care, making life more affordable and bringing Manitobans together to build our shared future. We will work together to grow our economy and ensure that more Manitobans can join the workforce, join a union and join the middle class. I am humbled by the privilege of forming our province’s next government and I look forward to the work that lies ahead.” The premier’s executive council will have 15 ministers who reflect the province geographically, culturally and as a society including ensuring gender parity in cabinet. The complete list of cabinet ministers is as follows:
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Wab Kinew (MLA for Fort Rouge) – premier, minister of intergovernmental affairs and international relations, minister responsible for Indigenous reconciliation; Uzoma Asagwara (MLA for Union Station) – deputy premier, minister of health, seniors and long-term care; Ron Kostyshyn (MLA for Dauphin) – minister of agriculture; Matt Wiebe (MLA for Concordia) – minister of justice and attorney general, keeper of the great seal of the province of Manitoba, minister responsible for the Manitoba Public Insurance Corporation; Nahanni Fontaine (MLA for St. Johns) – minister of families, minister responsible for accessibility, minister responsible for gender equity; Bernadette Smith (MLA for Point Douglas) – minister of housing, addictions and homelessness, and minister responsible for mental health; Nello Altomare (MLA for Transcona) – minister of education and early childhood learning; Ian Bushie (MLA for Keewatinook) – minister of municipal and northern relations, and minister of Indigenous economic development; Continued on page 2
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Jamie Moses (MLA for St. Vital) – minister of economic development, investment, trade and natural resources;
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Lisa Naylor (MLA for Wolseley) – minister of transportation and infrastructure, minister of consumer protection and government services;
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Adrien Sala (MLA for St. James) – minister of finance, minister responsible for the Public Utilities Board, minister responsible for Manitoba Hydro, minister responsible for the Manitoba public service;
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Renée Cable (MLA for Southdale) – minister of advanced education and training;
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Tracy Schmidt (MLA for Rossmere) – minister of environment and climate change, minister responsible for Efficiency Manitoba; and
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Glen Simard (MLA for Brandon East) – minister of sport, culture, heritage and tourism, minister responsible for francophone affairs, minister responsible for the Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries Corporation.
For the first time in Manitoba’s history, the premier will hold the title of minister of Indigenous reconciliation in addition to the title of minister of intergovernmental affairs and international relations. The premier noted the important message this sends to leaders of Indigenous nations in Manitoba – that they will be treated as leaders of governments, much like the relationship between the province and its federal and municipal counterparts. Asagwara, deputy premier and minister of health, will also make history as the first Black
and non-binary person to hold the role of deputy premier. The premier noted the significance of Asagwara’s appointment for the province and reaffirmed health care as a top priority for his government. The appointments of Smith and Fontaine make history as the first First Nations women to be appointed to Manitoba’s cabinet. Smith will oversee a new portfolio with a holistic approach to addressing addiction and chronic homelessness, noted the premier, which will ensure the services required to help someone off the street are housed under one government department including working with other levels of government to increase access to affordable housing. The premier noted this new provincial ministry will be integral to fulfilling his government’s promise to eliminate chronic homelessness within eight years. “Our government is ready to get to work on the strong mandate given to us by Manitobans to improve health care, make life more affordable and bring Manitobans together,” said Kinew. “I have every confidence in the team of skilled and passionate individuals who have answered the call to serve in cabinet. I am grateful for their commitment to working diligently and collaboratively on the issues that matter most to Manitobans. I look forward to the varied perspectives they will bring to the cabinet table, representing the diversity of our province as a whole.” Kinew noted cabinet will meet later this week to continue shaping the new government’s priorities ahead of the next legislative session in November. Full biographies of the new cabinet members will be posted online at https://www.manitoba.ca/minister.
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STATEMENT For immediate release October 18, 2023 Manitoba Beef Producers Congratulates New Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn and Other Incoming Cabinet Ministers WINNIPEG, MB – Manitoba Beef Producers (MBP) congratulates the Hon. Ron Kostyshyn on his appointment as Minister of Agriculture. “Minister Kostyshyn brings to this key role both his past experience around the Cabinet table, as well as the knowledge and experiences gained as a primary producer himself. Having that agricultural and rural perspective around is very important to our members,” said MBP President Matthew Atkinson. “We look forward to working with Minister Kostyshyn, Premier Wab Kinew and the other new cabinet ministers, as well as the staff of their respective departments on a variety of matters related to our sector and capturing the opportunities related to it.” MBP intends to engage with the new government on an array of topics affecting Manitoba’s beef industry. These include but are not limited to: the importance of having equitable and responsive business risk management programs to ensure beef producers are on a level playing field with other sectors; the value of the Agricultural Crown Lands Leasing Program; having effective water management strategies to reduce risk; achieving recognition for ecosystem services provided through beef production; addressing infrastructure needs such as rural connectivity and others; capturing value related to trade opportunities; strategies to meet labour supply challenges; advancing agriculture education and awareness, and more. MBP looks forward to opportunities to engage with all Members of the Legislative Assembly in the future and thanks them for their service to their fellow Manitobans. -30MBP is the exclusive voice of Manitoba’s beef industry, representing 6,300 producers across the province. Our mission is to represent all beef producers through communication, advocacy, research, and education—within the industry and to governments, consumers and others, to improve prosperity and ensure a sustainable future. For further information contact: Carson Callum, General Manager Phone: 204.772.4542
Resolutions Suggestion Form for 45th Manitoba Beef Producers AGM MBP’s board of directors is now accepting in writing suggested resolutions for potential debate at its 45th Annual General Meeting set for February 8-9, 2024, back at the Victoria Inn Hotel & Conference Centre at 3550 Victoria Avenue in Brandon. If the resolution is deemed to be in order by MBP’s Resolutions Committee it will be considered for debate at the AGM. In consultation with the resolution’s author, proposed resolutions may be subject to editing by MBP for clarity and to ensure consistency of formatting across all resolutions. Please note: If the resolution covers off matters on which MBP is already conducting advocacy work, it may be deemed to be redundant and not taken forward for debate so as to ensure there is time to debate resolutions on emerging matters. As well, it is also important that proposed resolutions deal with something that is potentially achievable and clearly state the actions you are asking MBP to consider taking. The sample resolution format is below and two examples are on the second page. Send the proposed resolution and your contact information to info@mbbeef.ca to the attention of General Manager Carson Callum and Policy Analyst Maureen Cousins. Or, you may fax it to 1-204-774-3264 or mail it to 220-530 Century Street, Winnipeg MB R3H 0Y4. For resolutions to be considered in time to be published in the December edition of Cattle Country prior to the 45th AGM, they need to be received by MBP no later than 9 a.m. Thursday, November 9, 2023. Otherwise they will be accepted for consideration until 9 a.m. Friday, January 26, 2024. All resolutions for debate will be posted on MBP’s website. Whereas
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Sample Resolutions Arising from Past Manitoba Beef Producers District Meetings Example 1 Whereas blackbirds cause significant losses to producers’ crops. Be it resolved to recommend that Manitoba Beef Producers lobby the Minister of Sustainable Development to include blackbird damage as eligible for claims under the Wildlife Damage Compensation Program for Crop Damage. Example 2 Whereas Manitoba Agriculture recognizes that bale grazing of beef cattle can save producers time, effort and money and help distribute valuable nutrients to the soil to enhance future productivity; and Whereas even though this practice is well utilized by Manitoba’s beef producers, they currently receive no compensation for wildlife damage to bales left in fields or pastures for feeding purposes. Be it resolved to recommend that Manitoba Beef Producers lobby the provincial government for changes to the Wildlife Damage Compensation Program for Crop Damage to ensure that baled hay that remains on fields for use as part of an extended feeding regime becomes eligible for compensation related to wildlife damage.
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Cattle producers support MP Kody Blois’ private members’ bill that aims to improve regulatory competitiveness for Canadian agriculture October 19, 2023
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) and National Cattle Feeders’ Association (NCFA) are pleased to support in principle, Member of Parliament (MP) Kody Blois’ Bill C-359, An Act to amend the Feeds Act, the Seeds Act and the Pest Control Products Act (provisional registration and approval). The amendments outlined in Bill C-359, which include provisional registration and approval for innovative products, will reduce unnecessary regulatory barriers that limit our sector’s economic growth potential and continued ability to produce food sustainably. “We’re pleased to see the innovative principles of Bill C-359 as it aims to reduce regulatory burdens for farmers and ranchers and ensure our global competitiveness,” said Nathan Phinney, CCA President. “Additional common sense regulatory changes will help Canadian beef producers sustainably produce more high-quality protein.” “Canadian cattle feeders need timely access to innovative products that will facilitate industry growth, profitability, and sustainability,” added Janice Tranberg, NCFA President and CEO. “Regulatory barriers impede the sector’s ability to produce affordable and quality beef for Canadians and the world.” The Canadian beef industry has set ambitious environmental targets for 2030 with measurements in place to track our success. Having regulatory approval for cutting edge products such as those that reduce methane emissions or improve animal efficiency are critical to meeting our sector’s goals and maintaining both our competitive and sustainable advantage. CCA and NCFA look forward to working with MP Blois and all MPs to study the bill in detail and ongoing collaboration to achieve the best outcomes for our producers looking at further regulatory barriers that inhibit competitiveness within the sector. For further information, contact: Michelle McMullen Communications Manager Canadian Cattle Association 403-451-0931| mcmullenm@cattle.ca
Gina Devlin Communications Manager National Cattle Feeders’ Association 403-769-1519 | gdevlin@cattlefeeders.ca
Join the Canadian Cattle Association, Ducks Unlimited Canada, and Nature Conservancy of Canada for a webinar on Wednesday, October 25 as they discuss the implications of grasslands conversion and #sustainable food production to feed a growing population. Register: https://bit.ly/pre-cop28webinar
Thank you to the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences at the University of Manitoba for inviting MBP to attend the screening & discussion of Reduce, Reuse, Ruminate on October 19. Reduce, Reuse, Ruminate highlights the upcycling ability of cattle and the sustainability solution this represents for a circular food system that aims for zero waste. It is the third short documentary in a series that highlights the environmental benefits of raising beef cattle in Canada, including Guardians of the Grasslands and Too Close to Home. It will be available for screening events throughout the winter of 2023 and publicly launched later in the 2024. The doc was produced by Public and Stakeholder Engagement, a national check-off funded initiative that works to build public trust in the way beef cattle are raised in Canada. It is jointly delivered by the Canadian Cattle Association and Canada Beef. (Photo courtesy Crystal Jorgenson/U of M)
CRSB is hiring a Member Engagement Manager newsletter, member updates, presentations, annual report, etc.)
Position: Member Engagement Manager
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Complete annual membership invoicing
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Lead planning and execution of Semi-Annual and Annual General Meetings
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Support the organization’s engagement in events, including the Canadian Beef Industry Conference and the Calgary Stampede
Location: Calgary or Ottawa, with hybrid work options available. Type: Full-time, one-year contract position, with potential for extension. Includes a competitive benefits and pension package. Salary: Based on successful candidate. Job purpose
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The Member Engagement Manager reports to the Executive Director of the CRSB and works closely with CRSB staff, membership and other stakeholder organizations. The position is responsible for engaging and supporting CRSB membership, and implementing the organization’s annual communications plan.
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Provide input into the CRSB’s long-term communications and marketing strategy
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Support the development of the annual communications plan
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Implement the annual communications plan, including social media content, website maintenance and metric tracking
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Monitor CRSB in the media, and lead media engagement, key message development, press release drafting and distribution, and internal media training
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Regularly engage with members and provide support where required, including setting up meetings, taking notes, identifying needs and ensuring timely follow-up
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Lead development, delivery and maintenance of member assets (e.g., toolkits, CRSB Insider
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Experience planning successful events
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Excellent written and oral communication skills with high attention to detail
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Ability to work independently and in a team setting
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Self-motivated, detail-oriented and organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively
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Ability to travel occasionally
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Working knowledge of graphic design tools and software is an asset
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Experience in the food industry, agriculture and/or the beef cattle industry is an asset
Please send your resume and cover letter to Monica Hadarits, Executive Director at hadaritsm@cattle.ca.
About the CRSB: The Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB) is a collaborative, multi-stakeholder organization with a mission to advance, measure and communicate continuous improvement in the sustainability of the Canadian beef value chain. The CRSB achieves its mission through four pillars of work: 1. benchmarking and goals; 2. projects and initiatives; 3. communications and engagement; and 4. certification. Learn more at crsb.ca. CRSB is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: CRSB is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at CRSB are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in Canada.
FCC supports cattle producers across Canada “The Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association appreciates FCC’s response to the current needs of livestock producers,” said Garner Deobald, SSGA president. “This FCC program will help producers rebuild or maintain their herds after consecutive years of drought.”
(FCC media release, October 17, 2023) Farm Credit
Canada (FCC) is announcing a new FCC Replacement Heifer Program to help Canadian cattle producers in maintaining or expanding their herds. The Canadian beef cattle inventory was pegged by Statistics Canada at 10.3 million head earlier this year which is a decline by four per cent since 2017. The cattle sector is an important part of the agriculture industry, that contributes over $24 billion annually to the economy and plays a critical role in maintaining the health of grasslands. FCC wants to ensure Canada’s cattle ranchers have access to the financial levers they need to plan for the future. “The drought conditions this summer affected a large cattle producing area in Western Canada and right now ranchers are making decisions about how to best manage their herds,” said Sophie Perreault, FCC’s chief operations officer. “The Heifer Replacement Program will help reduce cash flow pressures for those who want to maintain or grow their herd.” The program consists of a loan with a maximum two-year period of interest only and a maximum life of seven years. For this loan, variable interest rates will be capped at prime plus 1.5%, and loan processing fees will be waived. “FCC is here to partner with customers in coming up with financial solutions that will continue to support the well-being and longevity of Canadian cattle herds,” Perreault said. “If ranchers have other needs beyond heifer financing, I invite them to contact the FCC team.”
Beef producers are encouraged to contact their FCC relationship manager or their FCC livestock Alliance partner for details. Producers can do this by contacting their local office or the FCC customer service centre at 1-888-332-3301. FCC is Canada’s leading agriculture and food lender, dedicated to the industry that feeds the world. FCC employees are committed to the long-standing success of those who produce and process Canadian food by providing flexible financing, AgExpert business management software, information and knowledge. FCC provides a complement of expertise and services designed to support the complex and evolving needs of food businesses. As a financial Crown corporation, FCC is a stable partner that reinvests profits back into the industry and communities it serves. For more information, visit fcc.ca.
Manitoba RCMP Monthly Crime Statistics for September 2023 Source: October 19, 2023 RCMP News Release Calls for Service for September 2022 vs. September 2023: East District: +2% (6,615 to 6,780) North District: +6% (5,862 to 6,190) West District: -9% (5,002 to 4,532) Overall, the Calls for Service counts increased by less than 1% (17,479 to 17,502). Crime Statistics (by RCMP District) East District Common Police Activities: +3% (913 to 936) Crime against Property: +19% (929 to 1,107) Crime against Person: +35% (318 to 428) Drug Enforcement: +74% (23 to 40) West District Common Police Activities: -14% (724 to 623) Crime against Property: -28% (961 to 694) Crime against Person: +7% (332 to 354) Drug Enforcement: -42% (45 to 26) North District Common Police Activities: +2% (740 to 755) Crime against Property: +7% (1,360 to 1,458) Crime against Person: +7% (882 to 948) Drug Enforcement: +12% (42 to 47) Traffic Enforcement Tickets Issued (all districts combined) 4% increase from September 2022 to September 2023 (2,829 to 2,949). For a listing of the communities served by each District, please visit: https://www.rcmpgrc.gc.ca/mb/stats/districts-eng.htm. The complete statistics can be found here: https:// www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/mb/stats/index-eng.htm.
Manitoba Beef and Forage Production Conference You’re invited to Working On the Farm with Hands-On Science! December 12 & 13, 2023 Victoria Inn, Brandon Manitoba Manitoba Agriculture, Manitoba Beef & Forage Initiatives and Manitoba Beef Producers invite you to attend this inaugural event.
Conference presentations include:
Smart Farm Technology – Dr. Susan Markus, Livestock Research Scientist, Lakeland College Key Findings from the Canadian Cow-Calf Surveillance Network – Dr. John Campbell, Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan Setting Up a Grazing Plan - Anneliese Walker, a Grazing Success mentor for MaiaGrazing, a market-leading grazing management software solution.
Breakout topics include:
Pasture Rejuvenation; Using Implants in Beef Production; Calving Troubleshooting; Intercropping for Forage Production; Farm Transition; Beef Nutrition and more… Each breakout technical presentation will be paired with a producer presentation to show how the science can be applied on farm. And an evening Banquet featuring Lewellyn Melnyk – Author, farmer and mental health advocate, a journalist by trade and a farmer by choice.
For conference details and to register click the link below. Manitoba Beef and Forage Production Conference – Program and Registration For more information contact: 1-844-769-6224, agriculture@gov.mb.ca