New research shows Ontario's co-operatives bring in $6 billion for the economy

New research was carried out by the Ontario Co-operative Association (On Co-op), the information hub and trade association for Ontario’s 1,300 co-operatives. It shows the movement is thriving in the province, with the highest number of co-ops working in housing and childcare services. Read more.......

Local 4-H Association awards banquet includes GROWMARK Essay contest recognition!

Erin Byram presents Essay Contest recognition plaque
to Emily MacKay at Listowel Agricultrual Hall on Nov. 3.

As part of the Perth area 4-H Recognition night, grade nine student, Emily MacKay was formally recognized as this year's provincial winner of the GROWMARK (high school) Essay Contest.

Erin Byram, GROWMARK’s Ontario health and safety specialist presented Emily with a recognition plaque and $500 in prize money. Erin also asked the Perth County 4-H Association's representative Jennie Nichol to come up on stage to receive a cheque for $300 to help build future programs for their local association.

Erin presents $300 in prize money for local
 association to Jennie Nichol.

Emily wrote her speech about her grandfather’s dedication to his career as a veterinarian. Unfortunately her grandpa couldn’t attend the event, but her proud parents watched on and video recorded the special moment for him to view later.

To read Emily’s full essay, click here!