Oxford WSA Calendar of Events season 2012-2013
Monday September 10, 2012
“Animal rights and wrongs: The publics view of dairy farming ”
Our speaker will be Crystal MacKay, executive Director of Farm and Food Care (a merger of Ontario Farm Animal Council and AgCare. Crystal was raised on a beef farm, is a graduate of the University of Guelph, and she spent 7 years as a communications specialist for Ontario Pork. Crystal is a strong advocate for increasing agricultural awareness and has worked with producers to prepare them to work with the media. She was also involved in the “Faces of Farming” calendar and has received numerous awards for her leadership in agricultural communications. We look forward to having her present to us on animal welfare issues facing us, so not only dairy but other animals as well will be handled.
" The 4H Ontario Program "
T-J Richardson grew up on her parents' dairy farm. Both her parents (Dwight and Nancy Hargreaves) had been 4-H members in their youth and then became 4-H leaders. T-J joined 4-H when she was 10 and continued until she was 21. In that time, she completed more than 48 projects including dairy, farm safety, sewing, wood working, maple syrup, other cooking clubs and many others. T-J took part in many different 4-H opportunities including a 4-H exchange to Saskatchewan. Now,
she is in her 6th year as a 4-H leader for the Bonds Dairy Calf Club. T-J lives with her husband Greg in Burgessville and she works as an elementary teacher. The 4-H program in Ontario offers great opportunities for youth and volunteers based on the 4-H motto 'Learn to do by Doing'. 4-H is offered to youth in Ontario aged 9-21 years old (as of January 1st). This presentation will overview the 4-H program, what is available, how to get involved as a member or volunteer and the benefits of the program.
Our speaker will be Crystal MacKay, executive Director of Farm and Food Care (a merger of Ontario Farm Animal Council and AgCare. Crystal was raised on a beef farm, is a graduate of the University of Guelph, and she spent 7 years as a communications specialist for Ontario Pork. Crystal is a strong advocate for increasing agricultural awareness and has worked with producers to prepare them to work with the media. She was also involved in the “Faces of Farming” calendar and has received numerous awards for her leadership in agricultural communications. We look forward to having her present to us on animal welfare issues facing us, so not only dairy but other animals as well will be handled.
" The 4H Ontario Program "
T-J Richardson grew up on her parents' dairy farm. Both her parents (Dwight and Nancy Hargreaves) had been 4-H members in their youth and then became 4-H leaders. T-J joined 4-H when she was 10 and continued until she was 21. In that time, she completed more than 48 projects including dairy, farm safety, sewing, wood working, maple syrup, other cooking clubs and many others. T-J took part in many different 4-H opportunities including a 4-H exchange to Saskatchewan. Now,
she is in her 6th year as a 4-H leader for the Bonds Dairy Calf Club. T-J lives with her husband Greg in Burgessville and she works as an elementary teacher. The 4-H program in Ontario offers great opportunities for youth and volunteers based on the 4-H motto 'Learn to do by Doing'. 4-H is offered to youth in Ontario aged 9-21 years old (as of January 1st). This presentation will overview the 4-H program, what is available, how to get involved as a member or volunteer and the benefits of the program.
Tuesday October 3, 2012
"Fall Flower Arrangement"
Tonight is a hands on evening, together with Lyric Flowers, we are going to make a Thanksgiving flower arrangement. Lyric Flowers from St Mary's will make that at our 1st meeting in September there will be an example on display so you can see what we are going to make. Because of the season the flowers used can vary a little with the one we are going to make but it will give a good impression of what to expect from this evening. Lyric Flowers is a family owned and operated business with 15 years of floral design experience, now proudly serving the St. Mary's area. They are committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by service that is friendly and prompt. Because all of their customers are important to them, their professional staff is dedicated to making your experience a pleasant one. That is why they always go the extra mile to make your floral gift perfect.
Tonight is a hands on evening, together with Lyric Flowers, we are going to make a Thanksgiving flower arrangement. Lyric Flowers from St Mary's will make that at our 1st meeting in September there will be an example on display so you can see what we are going to make. Because of the season the flowers used can vary a little with the one we are going to make but it will give a good impression of what to expect from this evening. Lyric Flowers is a family owned and operated business with 15 years of floral design experience, now proudly serving the St. Mary's area. They are committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by service that is friendly and prompt. Because all of their customers are important to them, their professional staff is dedicated to making your experience a pleasant one. That is why they always go the extra mile to make your floral gift perfect.
Thursday November 15, 2012
"Katy Hutchison"
Katy Hutchison, the mother of nineteen-year old twins, Emma and Sam, resides with her family in Victoria, BC. She moved to Vancouver Island fourteen years ago, following the murder of her husband Bob McIntosh. In the course of dealing with the legal issues surrounding Bob's death, she met and married lawyer Michael Hutchison. After Bob's murder on New Year's Eve 1997 Katy waited for five years
while the police worked tirelessly to obtain the evidence to prosecute and convict his killers. Katy is a concerned parent, author and restorative justice advocate with a compelling, real life story. In this very personalized one hour presentation, entitled The Story of Bob, Katy clearly describes how alcohol and other drug use, peer pressure, and misguided choices in an unchaperoned setting caused the tragic death of her husband Bob. Through a powerful and poignant multi-media presentation, Katy shares how this traumatic event impacted her as a wife and as a mother of two young children. Her personal and interactive presentation is designed to inform her audience of the risks arising from using alcohol and other drugs and unsupervised settings, and to empower them to make healthier choices so similar tragedies can be prevented. In addition, Katy explores the power of forgiveness and describes her own grassroots quest for restorative justice.
Katy Hutchison, the mother of nineteen-year old twins, Emma and Sam, resides with her family in Victoria, BC. She moved to Vancouver Island fourteen years ago, following the murder of her husband Bob McIntosh. In the course of dealing with the legal issues surrounding Bob's death, she met and married lawyer Michael Hutchison. After Bob's murder on New Year's Eve 1997 Katy waited for five years
while the police worked tirelessly to obtain the evidence to prosecute and convict his killers. Katy is a concerned parent, author and restorative justice advocate with a compelling, real life story. In this very personalized one hour presentation, entitled The Story of Bob, Katy clearly describes how alcohol and other drug use, peer pressure, and misguided choices in an unchaperoned setting caused the tragic death of her husband Bob. Through a powerful and poignant multi-media presentation, Katy shares how this traumatic event impacted her as a wife and as a mother of two young children. Her personal and interactive presentation is designed to inform her audience of the risks arising from using alcohol and other drugs and unsupervised settings, and to empower them to make healthier choices so similar tragedies can be prevented. In addition, Katy explores the power of forgiveness and describes her own grassroots quest for restorative justice.
November 28 & 29, 2012
" First Aid Course"
When you have employees on your farm, one of the people on the farm needs First Aid Certification. This course will teach you the handlings of First Aid and to work with CPR. We are pleased to be able to offer our members two different courses to accommodate members with or without previous First Aid training. For members who don't have their First Aid Certification yet or have an expired Certification, there will be a two day, full certification course on November 28th and 29th. For members who have their First Aid already but need to renew it, members will have the option of attending a one day recertification course on either November 28th or 29th. There must be a minimum of six registrants in each course for the course to take place. If you cannot attend on these dates, please contact Rachel for more options. The courses will be given by Red Cross staff at the CAW Hall, 126 Beale Street in Woodstock and will run from 9.00 a.m. until 4.00 p.m.
When you have employees on your farm, one of the people on the farm needs First Aid Certification. This course will teach you the handlings of First Aid and to work with CPR. We are pleased to be able to offer our members two different courses to accommodate members with or without previous First Aid training. For members who don't have their First Aid Certification yet or have an expired Certification, there will be a two day, full certification course on November 28th and 29th. For members who have their First Aid already but need to renew it, members will have the option of attending a one day recertification course on either November 28th or 29th. There must be a minimum of six registrants in each course for the course to take place. If you cannot attend on these dates, please contact Rachel for more options. The courses will be given by Red Cross staff at the CAW Hall, 126 Beale Street in Woodstock and will run from 9.00 a.m. until 4.00 p.m.
Friday December 7, 2012
bustrip to Cambridge & Kitchener
“Grand Valley Fortifiers”
The bus will leave the Ingersoll 401 car pool at 9:00 a.m. to head to the Woodstock " car pool " Walmart leaving for Cambridge, Ontario at 9:30 a.m. Our Bus Tour will start at approximately 10 a.m. at Grand Valley Fortifiers, which has been "committed to incorporating innovative nutritional solutions into its products, programs and services to assist meat, milk and egg producers in realizing production and profitability goals while consumers enjoy safe, wholesome farm fresh food products for improved human health" since 1960. Upon arrival at the main office on Main Street, we will be welcomed by Grand Valley Fortifiers' staff with coffee & refreshments and have an introduction to their company & facilities along with a company video. There we will also be touring their main facility where they produce high quality, cutting edge macro premixes servicing not only the local Ontario hog, dairy and poultry producers but also across Canada, the U.S. and internationally. We will also be touring the Farmers Pharmacy at their newly renovated retail front on Elgin Street. This division was established by Grand Valley Fortifiers in 1996 as a complete animal health and equipment supplier for livestock producers. We finish our Grand Valley tour with a visit to their retail store/garden center. Following lunch generously provided by Grand Valley, we will travel to Kitchener to visit the 15th annual
“Christkindl Market ”.
After a brief welcome and orientation at approximately 2 p.m., with a question & answer period also, we will be off to experience the Market with lots to see and do, taste and try, and shop and buy. At four
o'clock, we will finish off the afternoon listening to the Schneider Male Chorus under the direction of Nancy Kidd, with Barbara Kellerman and Lori Danylchuk as accompanists. Founded in 1947, the Schneider Male Chorus has earned the reputation of being one of the most active and widely traveled choruses in Canada, having presented hundreds of concerts in Canada, United States and Europe. Locally, they annually perform many, many concerts at Seniors' Residences, Long Term Care Facilities, Churches and other venues within Kitchener and the immediately surrounding areas. Although the chorus is made up of non-professional singers, their aim has always been to maintain a high standard of performance. The men devote many hours of rehearsal and performance to the joy of singing.
“Grand Valley Fortifiers”
The bus will leave the Ingersoll 401 car pool at 9:00 a.m. to head to the Woodstock " car pool " Walmart leaving for Cambridge, Ontario at 9:30 a.m. Our Bus Tour will start at approximately 10 a.m. at Grand Valley Fortifiers, which has been "committed to incorporating innovative nutritional solutions into its products, programs and services to assist meat, milk and egg producers in realizing production and profitability goals while consumers enjoy safe, wholesome farm fresh food products for improved human health" since 1960. Upon arrival at the main office on Main Street, we will be welcomed by Grand Valley Fortifiers' staff with coffee & refreshments and have an introduction to their company & facilities along with a company video. There we will also be touring their main facility where they produce high quality, cutting edge macro premixes servicing not only the local Ontario hog, dairy and poultry producers but also across Canada, the U.S. and internationally. We will also be touring the Farmers Pharmacy at their newly renovated retail front on Elgin Street. This division was established by Grand Valley Fortifiers in 1996 as a complete animal health and equipment supplier for livestock producers. We finish our Grand Valley tour with a visit to their retail store/garden center. Following lunch generously provided by Grand Valley, we will travel to Kitchener to visit the 15th annual
“Christkindl Market ”.
After a brief welcome and orientation at approximately 2 p.m., with a question & answer period also, we will be off to experience the Market with lots to see and do, taste and try, and shop and buy. At four
o'clock, we will finish off the afternoon listening to the Schneider Male Chorus under the direction of Nancy Kidd, with Barbara Kellerman and Lori Danylchuk as accompanists. Founded in 1947, the Schneider Male Chorus has earned the reputation of being one of the most active and widely traveled choruses in Canada, having presented hundreds of concerts in Canada, United States and Europe. Locally, they annually perform many, many concerts at Seniors' Residences, Long Term Care Facilities, Churches and other venues within Kitchener and the immediately surrounding areas. Although the chorus is made up of non-professional singers, their aim has always been to maintain a high standard of performance. The men devote many hours of rehearsal and performance to the joy of singing.
Friday, January 11, 2013
“New Years Social ” “Magic theme "
Bring your spouse/friend, relax, socialize and celebrate.
Please remember that this evening is only for our members and their spouses/partners.
“Aaron Paterson Magic ”
World class entertainer Aaron Paterson Magic will perform for us this evening. His performance is totally sponsored by Culligan Real Estate Ltd.Born and raised in Oakville, Ontario, Aaron Paterson became interested in illusion as a performance art at a very early age. Twenty years later it is a career that has
earned him international recognition among his peers and clients alike. Aaron has appeared on TV all over the world, including the discovery channel's "Grand Illusions: The Story of Magic" where he was featured among some of the top magicians and illusionists in the business. Also an accomplished inventor, Aaron has created magic effects that are being implemented by some of the top magicians in the world. His creations are currently being featured by hundreds of magicians, illusionists and entertainers in over 26 countries around the world. Paterson is also certified by the National Guild of Hypnotists as a Hypnotherapist and Stage Hypnotist, accolades which have allowed him to more completely understand the human mind and how people perceive things. He has taken key elements of psychology, illusion and hypnosis and combined them to create stunning, customized stage presentations for his many clients and
continues to entertain, inspire and delight audiences all over North America. After the entertainment Craigowan will provide finger foods so we have some fun time to socialize with each other.
“ 4H Ontario Program ” TJ Richardson will have a short presentation about “ 4H Ontario Program ”. The 4-H program in Ontario offers great opportunities for youth and volunteers based on the 4-H motto 'Learn to do by Doing'. There will be an opportunity to make a donation.
Bring your spouse/friend, relax, socialize and celebrate.
Please remember that this evening is only for our members and their spouses/partners.
“Aaron Paterson Magic ”
World class entertainer Aaron Paterson Magic will perform for us this evening. His performance is totally sponsored by Culligan Real Estate Ltd.Born and raised in Oakville, Ontario, Aaron Paterson became interested in illusion as a performance art at a very early age. Twenty years later it is a career that has
earned him international recognition among his peers and clients alike. Aaron has appeared on TV all over the world, including the discovery channel's "Grand Illusions: The Story of Magic" where he was featured among some of the top magicians and illusionists in the business. Also an accomplished inventor, Aaron has created magic effects that are being implemented by some of the top magicians in the world. His creations are currently being featured by hundreds of magicians, illusionists and entertainers in over 26 countries around the world. Paterson is also certified by the National Guild of Hypnotists as a Hypnotherapist and Stage Hypnotist, accolades which have allowed him to more completely understand the human mind and how people perceive things. He has taken key elements of psychology, illusion and hypnosis and combined them to create stunning, customized stage presentations for his many clients and
continues to entertain, inspire and delight audiences all over North America. After the entertainment Craigowan will provide finger foods so we have some fun time to socialize with each other.
“ 4H Ontario Program ” TJ Richardson will have a short presentation about “ 4H Ontario Program ”. The 4-H program in Ontario offers great opportunities for youth and volunteers based on the 4-H motto 'Learn to do by Doing'. There will be an opportunity to make a donation.
Tuesday February 12, 2013
“ Winter workshop ”
"Farm safety on all fronts ".
Lisa Woods is going to talk to us about" fire prevention".
Lisa Woods – Public Information Coordinator – Woodstock Fire Department
Lisa has been with the Woodstock Fire Department as the Public Information Coordinator for the past 8 years. She is a Certified Public Fire& Life Safety Educator in the province of Ontario and The Arson Prevention Program for Children (TAPP-C) instructor for the City of Woodstock. During this time she has had the opportunity to give presentations on topics ranging from fire safety for seniors to the Risk Watch
program targeting school aged children.
Fraser Wilson will tell about "Markets, Economy and Avoiding pitfalls with Estate"
Fraser Wilson, B.Comm., MBA, CIMA First Vice-President, Investment Advisor Fraser oversees investment strategy, portfolio construction and due diligence for the Wilson Financial Group. He has over 19 years continuous experience in wealth management and believes in the importance of continuous upgrading and education. Fraser received his MBA from The University of Windsor. Fraser has been on the Board of Directors and the Investment Committee for the London Community Foundation, a public foundation
serving donors and charities primarily in London and Middlesex County. He was also been involved with the London Health Sciences Foundation and participates every year in the CIBC World Markets Miracle Day supporting children's charities.. Fraser lives in London with his wife, Shelley, his son, Paul, and
their dog, Jake. He enjoys staying active and playing hockey and golf, skiing and running.
John McKercheris going to speak about " 10 things you should ask your lawyer "
John Mc Kercher is working with Devereaux Murray professional Corporation in Seaforth, thisfirm works with real estate law, bussiness and corporate law, wills, estates and trusts. John studied at York University - Osgoode Hall Law School and University of Guelph.
In the afternoon we will make a nice piece of leather craft with Marjan van Stee. Cynthia van de Oetelaar-Kretschmann and Irma te Koppele will help us make jewellery. During the September meeting there will be an example of what we are planning to make this afternoon. Marjan van Stee immigrated to Ontario in 1993. She and her family have a dairy farm with approximately 200 cows. On the farm she does the calves, bookkeeping and myriads of jobs that are to be done on the farm. In her free time, she likes to craft and has made various items like bears from hay, dolls from old t-shirts, aluminium flowers, birds from branches, purses, hats and vases made from tires, and decorative mushrooms. She has sold her products at fairs and give workshops to people if they ask me to help them make certain things. Cynthia van den Oetelaar - Kretschmann, was born in Eindhoven in 1976. She went to agriculture college to be a veterinary nurse in Barneveld for 3 years and has her degree in livestock management from Oss. She has lived in Australia and New Zealand working with wildlife, on a cattle ranch and in greenhouses. In 2000, she did 3 month traineeship on a dairy farm in Stettler, Alberta and fell in love with Canada. She and her now husband Wim moved to Embro in 2003 and in 2005 bought their farm inThorndale, where they milk around 100 cows. They have 3 kids, Alice (7), Julian (6) and Stella (3) that keep Cynthia busy wth their hobbies (soccer, horse riding, skating..). Her own hobbies are horse riding and anything crafty! She has been doing card making workshops since 2008 and other creative projects with Irma since 2010.
Irma te Koppele-Hiddink, 34 years young. Married to Wim te Koppele since 2007. They have 2 beautiful daughters Megan (3) and Abby (1). They emigrated to Canada in 2006 and live in Thorndale, Ontario. Irma loves everything crafty!!! From card making to jewellery, embroidery to crochet. She and Cynthia have been organizing workshops since December 2010 such as a wreath workshop and card making workshops
There will be babysitting service available.
Monday March 18, 2013
" AALP program "
Today our member Marian Sterk together with a coordinator of AALP will learn us more about this program. Marian will also tell us about her trip to India with the AALP. Established in 1984, the Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program (AALP) is an executive development program for men and women who want to broaden their horizons and expand their networks to help shape the future of the
agriculture and food sectors in Ontario. AALP is administered by the Rural Ontario Institute. Through a series of seminars, AALP participants develop leadership skills, an increased knowledge of the agri-food
system and perspectives on critical issues in the industry. Study topics include: government and political systems, marketing and economics, environmental impact, national and international trade, communication and organization skills, decision making, consumer and social issues, working with the media, trends in the agri-food industry and society, and globalization and the dynamics of change. The value of this program is further enhanced as participants expand their networks across the agri-food and rural sectors, through their North- American and international study tours.
Today our member Marian Sterk together with a coordinator of AALP will learn us more about this program. Marian will also tell us about her trip to India with the AALP. Established in 1984, the Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program (AALP) is an executive development program for men and women who want to broaden their horizons and expand their networks to help shape the future of the
agriculture and food sectors in Ontario. AALP is administered by the Rural Ontario Institute. Through a series of seminars, AALP participants develop leadership skills, an increased knowledge of the agri-food
system and perspectives on critical issues in the industry. Study topics include: government and political systems, marketing and economics, environmental impact, national and international trade, communication and organization skills, decision making, consumer and social issues, working with the media, trends in the agri-food industry and society, and globalization and the dynamics of change. The value of this program is further enhanced as participants expand their networks across the agri-food and rural sectors, through their North- American and international study tours.
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
" Canada Foodgrains ”
We all know farmers feed the world but we often forget that a huge number of them are women. While all farmers face the challenges of climate and market, globally women farmers face the additional challenge of gender inequity. Working to balance the scales by empowering women can have a significant impact in the Canadian Foodgrains Bank’s work of ending hunger. Solutions won’t come easy but they begin with understanding. David and Kathryn Mayberry have job shared the position of Ontario Resource Coordinators for the Canadian Foodgrains Bank since 1997. In this role they assist the members of the CFGB in collecting resources (grain & cash) and act as a resource to churches, community groups and individuals on issues of food and global hunger. Kathryn has traveled to Ethiopia, Kenya, Eritrea, India and Bangladesh to learn about the causes and effects of hunger. David has traveled to Ethiopia, Kenya, the DPR Korea (commonly called North Korea) and led the Youth Discovery Tour to Central America six times. The Mayberrys are retired dairy farmers from Oxford County. They have been married for 38 years and have 4 children and 6 grandchildren.
“ Annual business Meeting "
During the annual business meeting, voting will take place for new members in the executive team. Kim de Klein from OMAFRA will be assisting with the election.
We all know farmers feed the world but we often forget that a huge number of them are women. While all farmers face the challenges of climate and market, globally women farmers face the additional challenge of gender inequity. Working to balance the scales by empowering women can have a significant impact in the Canadian Foodgrains Bank’s work of ending hunger. Solutions won’t come easy but they begin with understanding. David and Kathryn Mayberry have job shared the position of Ontario Resource Coordinators for the Canadian Foodgrains Bank since 1997. In this role they assist the members of the CFGB in collecting resources (grain & cash) and act as a resource to churches, community groups and individuals on issues of food and global hunger. Kathryn has traveled to Ethiopia, Kenya, Eritrea, India and Bangladesh to learn about the causes and effects of hunger. David has traveled to Ethiopia, Kenya, the DPR Korea (commonly called North Korea) and led the Youth Discovery Tour to Central America six times. The Mayberrys are retired dairy farmers from Oxford County. They have been married for 38 years and have 4 children and 6 grandchildren.
“ Annual business Meeting "
During the annual business meeting, voting will take place for new members in the executive team. Kim de Klein from OMAFRA will be assisting with the election.
June 2013
“Car Tour ”
We will make a garden tour during the month of June. We will visit the gardens of several members of Oxford WSA as well as the festival gardens in Stratford.
More information about this car tour will follow in the Spring Newsletter!
We will make a garden tour during the month of June. We will visit the gardens of several members of Oxford WSA as well as the festival gardens in Stratford.
More information about this car tour will follow in the Spring Newsletter!
