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SUMMARY:Exploring the LEAP Project - Leveraging Ecosystems to transform Agriculture on the Prairies
DESCRIPTION:The NFU is a partner organization to the Leveraging Ecosystems to transform Agriculture on the Prairies (LEAP) Project at the University of Manitoba. The LEAP Project seeks to explore agricultural intensification strategies and design farming systems that use technology and nature-based tools to reduce GHG emissions\, capture carbon\, support biodiversity\, and help agriculture mitigate and adapt to negative effects of climate change. The Project encompasses five activities: Farmer Engagement\, First Nations Self-Determined Farming Systems\, Landscape Analyses\, Net-Zero Farming Systems\, and Future Farm Scenarios. \n\n\n\nThis NFUniversity session explores the work being completed in the Landscape Analyses and Future Farm Scenarios activities. The Landscape Analyses activity evaluates how perennialization strategies already being implemented in the eastern Prairie region may help to shift agriculture to net-zero using data collected on farms. The Future Farm Scenarios activity uses Agriculture and Agrifood Canada’s Holos model to answer “what if?” questions regarding land management decisions that affect a farm’s GHG emissions
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/exploring-the-leap-project-leveraging-ecosystems-to-transform-agriculture-on-the-prairies/
CATEGORIES:NFUniversity
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UID:10000533-1736208000-1736208000@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Foundations of Holistic Management
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to more effectively manage your farm or ranch for the triple bottom line (social\, environmental\, and financial sustainability). Improve your ability to observe and understand relationships on your operation. Make decisions and monitor results to avoid unintended consequences and reach your goals more quickly with fewer resources.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/holistic-management-foundation/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241210T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241210T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140359Z
CREATED:20241017T105736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140359Z
UID:10000531-1733788800-1733788800@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Mental Health ASIST Training for Individuals
DESCRIPTION:ASIST\, from LivingWorks\, is a 2-day intensive\, interactive and practice-dominated course designed to help individuals recognize the risk of suicide\, and learn how to intervene to prevent the risk of suicidal thoughts from becoming suicidal behaviours. \nSuitable for all persons in positions of trust: health professionals\, social service workers\, teachers\, counsellors\, youth workers\, police and correctional staff\, and community volunteers. Prepared caregivers can help prevent suicide. \nLearning Outcomes:\nUnderstand the ways that personal and societal attitudes affect views on suicide and interventions\nProvide guidance and suicide first aid to a person at risk in ways that meet their individual safety needs\nIdentify the key elements of an effective suicide safety plan and the actions required to implement it\nAppreciate the value of improving and integrating suicide prevention resources in the community at large\nRecognize other important aspects of suicide prevention including life-promotion and self-care
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/mental-health-asist-training-for-individuals-2/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241203T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241205T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140359Z
CREATED:20241017T105736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140359Z
UID:10000530-1733184000-1733356800@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Interconnected: EFAO’s 11th Annual conference
DESCRIPTION:EFAO’s annual conference draws farmers\, growers\, and food producers from across the food system for two days of intensive learning\, idea-sharing\, networking and celebration with good food and friends. With over 300 attendees\, the EFAO Conference connects you with people who care passionately about farming and food.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/interconnected-efaos-11th-annual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Event,Exchange Hub
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241202T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241202T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140359Z
CREATED:20241017T105736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140359Z
UID:10000529-1733097600-1733097600@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Part 3: Institutional and Political Barriers to Climate Action Implementation
DESCRIPTION:When it’s time to start implementing local climate plans\, a set of challnges often arise that are political and institutional in nature. Municipal governments often come up against established procedures and resistance to change that can slow down the adoption of new climate policies and practices. At the same time\, implementing climate plans effectively often requires deep levels of coordination and collaboration across municipal departments and agencies and with other local actors in the community\, yet this type of coordinate can be challenging to achieve. Within municipalities\, it can also be complex and time-consuming to achieve policy integration\, incorporating climate objectives into existing plans and policies. Finally\, communities do not exist in isolation; rather\, they must operate within the broader landscape of provincial/territorial and federal governments whose support for climate action can vary greatly. Future proofing climate action is thus essential in guarding against shifting politics.  \nThis webinar will dive into some of these barriers and explore how they can be overcome.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/part-3-institutional-and-political-barriers-to-climate-action-implementation/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241127T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241127T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140359Z
CREATED:20241017T105735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140359Z
UID:10000528-1732665600-1732665600@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Elements of Truth: Before Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:kinSHIFT workshops are for non-Indigenous learners wishing to cultivate meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples but unsure where to begin. Expect participatory workshops with stories and creative activities to guide you through strengthening skills of seeing different perspectives\, equity\, accountability and inclusion\, from an Indigenous perspective. \nElements of Truth: Before Reconciliation is a 10-hour workshop series rooted in Indigenous values. Guided by reciprocity\, inclusion\, curiosity\, and humility\, our learning journey unfolds over four weeks\, with four powerful 2.5-hour sessions. Get ready for an informative\, interactive\, and impactful experience!  \nYA is offering discount codes for 50% or 90% off to farmers and food provisioners in BC. If cost is a barrier\, let us know and we will send you a 100% off discount code. At full price including registration fees\,  the whole series is about $500.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/elements-of-truth-before-reconciliation-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241121T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241123T000000
DTSTAMP:20241021T222251Z
CREATED:20241017T105735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T222251Z
UID:10000527-1732147200-1732320000@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:VALUING FARMING\, LAND & PEOPLE: NFU National Convention 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join in on democracy in action! Policy debates on issues brought by the membership\, leadership elections\, (re)kindling connections\, dancing & music\, inspiring speakers\, Indigenous-led workshops\, more debate\, and planning collective action. It’s all here – curated for you\, fellow farmers and farm workers – in Saskatoon (and online through Zoom). \n\n\n\nWe will be joined in person with a fabulous Keynote Speaker: Austin Frerick\, author of Barons: Money\, Power\, and the Corruption of America’s Food Industry. Read his book before you come for deeply-informed conversations. His chapters on the monopolies of Cargill and JBS transcend borders and his compelling thesis is equally relevant to the Canadian food system.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/valuing-farming-land-people-nfu-national-convention-2024/
CATEGORIES:Event,Exchange Hub
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Farmers Union":MAILTO:nfu@nfu.ca
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241120T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241120T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140400Z
CREATED:20241017T105721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140400Z
UID:10000526-1732060800-1732060800@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Elements of Truth: Before Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:kinSHIFT workshops are for non-Indigenous learners wishing to cultivate meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples but unsure where to begin. Expect participatory workshops with stories and creative activities to guide you through strengthening skills of seeing different perspectives\, equity\, accountability and inclusion\, from an Indigenous perspective. \nElements of Truth: Before Reconciliation is a 10-hour workshop series rooted in Indigenous values. Guided by reciprocity\, inclusion\, curiosity\, and humility\, our learning journey unfolds over four weeks\, with four powerful 2.5-hour sessions. Get ready for an informative\, interactive\, and impactful experience!  \nYA is offering discount codes for 50% or 90% off to farmers and food provisioners in BC. If cost is a barrier\, let us know and we will send you a 100% off discount code. At full price including registration fees\,  the whole series is about $500.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/elements-of-truth-before-reconciliation-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241119T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241119T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140400Z
CREATED:20241017T105721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140400Z
UID:10000525-1731974400-1731974400@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Mental Health ASIST Training for Individuals
DESCRIPTION:ASIST\, from LivingWorks\, is a 2-day intensive\, interactive and practice-dominated course designed to help individuals recognize the risk of suicide\, and learn how to intervene to prevent the risk of suicidal thoughts from becoming suicidal behaviours. \nSuitable for all persons in positions of trust: health professionals\, social service workers\, teachers\, counsellors\, youth workers\, police and correctional staff\, and community volunteers. Prepared caregivers can help prevent suicide. \nLearning Outcomes:\nUnderstand the ways that personal and societal attitudes affect views on suicide and interventions\nProvide guidance and suicide first aid to a person at risk in ways that meet their individual safety needs\nIdentify the key elements of an effective suicide safety plan and the actions required to implement it\nAppreciate the value of improving and integrating suicide prevention resources in the community at large\nRecognize other important aspects of suicide prevention including life-promotion and self-care
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/mental-health-asist-training-for-individuals/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241118T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241118T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140400Z
CREATED:20241017T105720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140400Z
UID:10000524-1731888000-1731888000@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Elements of Truth: Before Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:kinSHIFT workshops are for non-Indigenous learners wishing to cultivate meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples but unsure where to begin. Expect participatory workshops with stories and creative activities to guide you through strengthening skills of seeing different perspectives\, equity\, accountability and inclusion\, from an Indigenous perspective. \nElements of Truth: Before Reconciliation is a 10-hour workshop series rooted in Indigenous values. Guided by reciprocity\, inclusion\, curiosity\, and humility\, our learning journey unfolds over four weeks\, with four powerful 2.5-hour sessions. Get ready for an informative\, interactive\, and impactful experience!  \nYA is offering discount codes for 50% or 90% off to farmers and food provisioners in BC. If cost is a barrier\, let us know and we will send you a 100% off discount code. At full price including registration fees\,  the whole series is about $500.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/elements-of-truth-before-reconciliation-2-4/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241113T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241113T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140400Z
CREATED:20241017T105720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140400Z
UID:10000523-1731456000-1731456000@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Elements of Truth: Before Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:kinSHIFT workshops are for non-Indigenous learners wishing to cultivate meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples but unsure where to begin. Expect participatory workshops with stories and creative activities to guide you through strengthening skills of seeing different perspectives\, equity\, accountability and inclusion\, from an Indigenous perspective. \nElements of Truth: Before Reconciliation is a 10-hour workshop series rooted in Indigenous values. Guided by reciprocity\, inclusion\, curiosity\, and humility\, our learning journey unfolds over four weeks\, with four powerful 2.5-hour sessions. Get ready for an informative\, interactive\, and impactful experience!  \nYA is offering discount codes for 50% or 90% off to farmers and food provisioners in BC. If cost is a barrier\, let us know and we will send you a 100% off discount code. At full price including registration fees\,  the whole series is about $500.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/elements-of-truth-before-reconciliation-2-5/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241111T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241113T000000
DTSTAMP:20241020T010704Z
CREATED:20241017T105720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241020T010704Z
UID:10000522-1731283200-1731456000@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Toward Just and Affordable Food Systems: Food Secure Canada Conference
DESCRIPTION:Food Secure Canada is pleased to announce its upcoming event Convening 2024: Toward Just and Affordable Food Systems taking place November 11-13\, 2024 in Tiohtià:ke (Montréal\, QC). As food insecurity spirals ever upwards\, and patterns of hunger reflect Canada’s ongoing colonialism and structural racism\, Convening 2024 is an opportunity to engage in a coast to coast to coast conversation about food justice and affordability\, together with hundreds of people involved in Canadian food and justice movement(s). Register today!
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/toward-just-and-affordable-food-systems-food-secure-canada-conference/
CATEGORIES:Event,Exchange Hub
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241107T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241107T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140401Z
CREATED:20241017T105707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140401Z
UID:10000521-1730937600-1730937600@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:How to Start Farming: An Introductory Course for the Farm Curious
DESCRIPTION:Join Young Agrarians for How to Start Farming: An Introductory Course for the Farm Curious\, starting on Thursday\, November 7th. This online\, 4-week program is open to anyone interested in farming—no prior experience required! It is also a great opportunity for those new to Canada to learn the basics of farming in northern climates.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/how-to-start-farming-an-introductory-course-for-the-farm-curious/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241106T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241106T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140401Z
CREATED:20241017T105706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140401Z
UID:10000520-1730851200-1730851200@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Elements of Truth: Before Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:kinSHIFT workshops are for non-Indigenous learners wishing to cultivate meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples but unsure where to begin. Expect participatory workshops with stories and creative activities to guide you through strengthening skills of seeing different perspectives\, equity\, accountability and inclusion\, from an Indigenous perspective. \nElements of Truth: Before Reconciliation is a 10-hour workshop series rooted in Indigenous values. Guided by reciprocity\, inclusion\, curiosity\, and humility\, our learning journey unfolds over four weeks\, with four powerful 2.5-hour sessions. Get ready for an informative\, interactive\, and impactful experience!  \nYA is offering discount codes for 50% or 90% off to farmers and food provisioners in BC. If cost is a barrier\, let us know and we will send you a 100% off discount code. At full price including registration fees\,  the whole series is about $500.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/elements-of-truth-before-reconciliation-2-6/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241105T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241105T000000
DTSTAMP:20241031T173940Z
CREATED:20241017T105706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T173940Z
UID:10000519-1730764800-1730764800@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Financial Planning
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to work on your business\, not just in your business. This step-by-step financial planning approach will help you understand the big picture view\, plan for profit\, control costs\, and make critical production decisions based on a  clear analysis of your different enterprises. You will develop a financial plan for improved financial decisions on both annual budgets and long-term investments. You should plan on about 2 – 4 hours each week to participate in the webinars and complete the assignments. \nFor large-scale and small-scale ranchers\, farmers\, and land managers.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/financial-planning/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241104T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241120T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140401Z
CREATED:20241017T105705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140401Z
UID:10000517-1730678400-1732060800@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:New Farmer Training Training Program - Term 4
DESCRIPTION:November 4\, 6\, 11\,13\, 18 & 20: Build a foundation to start a successful farm enterprise.\nThis program will not only provide you with critical information to start your farm\, but you will meet other new and experienced farmers and become a part of the ecological agricultural community in Ontario. Educational content is geared toward new farmers\, but is open to all farmers who might be curious about a certain topic\, wishing to expand their farming knowledge\, or in need of a refresh. \nTerm 4:\n12 Webinars\nProvides entrepreneurship training for operating a farm business.\nSample workshops: Farm Design\, Business planning\, Production system management\, Budgets & Record keeping\, Marketing and distribution\, Financing\, and Land access.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/new-farmer-training-training-program-term-4/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241104T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241104T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140401Z
CREATED:20241017T105706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140401Z
UID:10000518-1730678400-1730678400@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Elements of Truth: Before Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:kinSHIFT workshops are for non-Indigenous learners wishing to cultivate meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples but unsure where to begin. Expect participatory workshops with stories and creative activities to guide you through strengthening skills of seeing different perspectives\, equity\, accountability and inclusion\, from an Indigenous perspective. \nElements of Truth: Before Reconciliation is a 10-hour workshop series rooted in Indigenous values. Guided by reciprocity\, inclusion\, curiosity\, and humility\, our learning journey unfolds over four weeks\, with four powerful 2.5-hour sessions. Get ready for an informative\, interactive\, and impactful experience!  \nYA is offering discount codes for 50% or 90% off to farmers and food provisioners in BC. If cost is a barrier\, let us know and we will send you a 100% off discount code. At full price including registration fees\,  the whole series is about $500.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/elements-of-truth-before-reconciliation-2-7/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241104T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241104T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140401Z
CREATED:20241017T105652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140401Z
UID:10000516-1730678400-1730678400@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Part 2: Technical Barriers to Climate Action Implementation
DESCRIPTION:Municipalities face significant challenges in advancing their climate initiatives due to several technical barriers. A lack of in-house expertise often hampers the ability to design and implement effective climate strategies\, leaving gaps in critical areas of action. Furthermore\, inadequate data on local climate impacts and greenhouse gas emissions complicates efforts to plan and monitor progress\, reducing the effectiveness of climate actions. Additionally\, many municipalities struggle with limited access to advanced technologies and infrastructure\, which can slow the adoption of innovative climate solutions.  \nJoin us for this webinar as we explore these technical barriers and share examples of how municipalities are overcoming them to advance local climate action.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/part-2-technical-barriers-to-climate-action-implementation/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241101T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241101T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140401Z
CREATED:20241017T105651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140401Z
UID:10000515-1730419200-1730419200@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Business Mentorship Network
DESCRIPTION:Do you love farming but feel overwhelmed managing your farm business? Are you running a new farm or taking over the family farm and looking for business support? Young Agrarians Business Mentorship Network matches new and next generation farmers that have 1- 5 years in business with mentors to cultivate the skills for running financially and ecologically viable farms. Mentors support you to dig into the business of farming and lay the groundwork for long-term sustainability.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/business-mentorship-network/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241030T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241030T000000
DTSTAMP:20241020T001613Z
CREATED:20241017T105651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241020T001613Z
UID:10000514-1730246400-1730246400@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Manitoba Beef and Forage Conference
DESCRIPTION:The format this year will be a one-day event in Portage la Prairie\, where participants can expect the same great quality of information delivered in a combination of keynote presentations and hands-on breakout sessions. Topics covered will include testing and control of Johne’s disease\, business risk management tools\, predation challenges\, genomics\, vitamin and mineral nutrition\, family farm communication and much more! Our breakout sessions pair industry experts with local producers who share their practical insights and on-farm experience. This combination showcases the value of research and its application on the farm. \n\n\n\nThe conference agenda includes time for networking with presenters\, industry representatives\, vendors\, and fellow participants. A hot lunch catered by Merv’s Pitchfork Fondue is also provided.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/manitoba-beef-and-forage-conference/
CATEGORIES:Event,Exchange Hub
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241030T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241030T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140401Z
CREATED:20241017T105650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140401Z
UID:10000513-1730246400-1730246400@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a training program designed to equip participants with the knowledge\, skills\, and confidence needed to recognize and respond effectively to mental health issues and emergencies. The training emphasizes understanding common mental health challenges\, recognizing early warning signs\, and providing initial help until appropriate professional support can be obtained. Upon successful completion of the program\, participants receive a certificate from the Mental Health Commission of Canada\, signifying their preparedness to assist in mental health crises.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/mental-health-first-aid/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241029T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241029T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140402Z
CREATED:20241017T105650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140402Z
UID:10000512-1730160000-1730160000@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:A Farmer’s Guide to Year-Round Content Creation
DESCRIPTION:Are your summers filled with endless to-do lists\, leaving little time for marketing\, nevermind content creation? Join Chelsea Finn of Hunter Finn Creative Co.\, as she shows you how to develop a content strategy that fits your farming schedule. Discover how to capture quality content throughout the growing season to build a campaign for the top selling products from your farm! Imagine having a year’s worth of ready-to-use content from the photos already in your camera roll! Don’t miss this opportunity to build a strong\, strategic marketing plan for the year ahead.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/a-farmers-guide-to-year-round-content-creation/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241028T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241028T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140402Z
CREATED:20241017T105637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140402Z
UID:10000511-1730073600-1730073600@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Vegetable Crop Planning
DESCRIPTION:What are you growing\, how much\, and where? Angie Koch of Fertile Ground Farm will share her over 15 years of experience in crop planning and offer tools and ideas to think about when doing your own crop plan. \nA recording of this webinar will be available.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/vegetable-crop-planning/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241027T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241027T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140402Z
CREATED:20241017T105636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140402Z
UID:10000510-1729987200-1729987200@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Land Linking Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Young Agrarians in Kelowna\, BC\, for a workshop on the nuts and bolts of land access. Young Agrarians Land Linking Workshops bring together land seekers and landholders to network\, explore possible land matches and learn how to navigate land sharing and lease agreements.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/land-linking-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Event,Exchange Hub
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241025T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241025T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140402Z
CREATED:20241017T105636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140402Z
UID:10000509-1729814400-1729814400@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Indigenous Seedkeeper Practices
DESCRIPTION:Curious to learn how to harvest seeds from your garden? This workshop will provide you with teachings and techniques to save seeds from your veggies\, herbs\, and garden fruits\, with a special focus on the three sisters. Attendees will be introduced to some key information about wet seed harvesting and dry seed harvesting\, cleaning and drying seeds\, best practices to store seeds\, and tips on keeping a seed inventory. We will cover key terms and concepts and share some brilliant ancestral science. Whether you are growing at a big or small scale and in rural or urban spaces\, there will be something for everyone! This workshop is intended for folks who have some existing knowledge about gardening (this workshop will not be teaching about how to grow). Participants will gain foundational knowledge to harvest and store seeds to strengthen their seed keeper learning journeys. \nThis is an Indigenous-only hybrid event with 25 in-person registration spots and 75 live stream attendance spots (priority access to Manitoba residents). Attendance is free. In-person attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an end-of-event seed\, food\, and medicine exchange.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/indigenous-seedkeeper-practices/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241024T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241024T000000
DTSTAMP:20241021T161549Z
CREATED:20241017T105636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T161549Z
UID:10000508-1729728000-1729728000@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:OFF SEASON REALITIES virtual teach-in
DESCRIPTION:We will be thinking through strategies for finding off-season work\, grounding ourselves in shared understanding of the inherent exploitation of farm labor in this country\, and moving beyond hustle culture to think about both short and long term sustainability in this field. \nWe’ll be asset mapping our strengths and skills as farmworkers\, thinking about winter projects and jobs that match or amplify those skills and hearing from long-term farmworkers who have creatively thought through off season-work\, both for themselves and their crews\, including leveraging their skills and power with the farm owners.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/off-season-realities-virtual-teach-in/
CATEGORIES:Event,Exchange Hub
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241023T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241023T000000
DTSTAMP:20241021T192544Z
CREATED:20241017T105635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T192544Z
UID:10000507-1729641600-1729641600@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Small Farm Equipment & Maintenance Workshop at Ignatius Farm
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about what equipment is available/useful on a small farm? This workshop will demonstrate various tractor implements and discuss BCS and Tuffbilt tractor use. We will also cover some basic equipment maintenance and tips and tricks to keep your equipment running.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/small-farm-equipment-maintenance-workshop-at-ignatius-farm/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241021T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241021T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140403Z
CREATED:20241017T105622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140403Z
UID:10000505-1729468800-1729468800@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Elements of Truth: Before Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:kinSHIFT workshops are for non-Indigenous learners wishing to cultivate meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples but unsure where to begin. Expect participatory workshops with stories and creative activities to guide you through strengthening skills of seeing different perspectives\, equity\, accountability and inclusion\, from an Indigenous perspective. \nElements of Truth: Before Reconciliation is a 10-hour workshop series rooted in Indigenous values. Guided by reciprocity\, inclusion\, curiosity\, and humility\, our learning journey unfolds over four weeks\, with four powerful 2.5-hour sessions. Get ready for an informative\, interactive\, and impactful experience!  \nYA is offering discount codes for 50% or 90% off to farmers and food provisioners in BC. If cost is a barrier\, let us know and we will send you a 100% off discount code. At full price including registration fees\,  the whole series is about $500.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/elements-of-truth-before-reconciliation-2/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241021T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241021T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140403Z
CREATED:20241017T105622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140403Z
UID:10000506-1729468800-1729468800@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Maximizing Efficiency & Productivity Using Greenhouse Technology at Liberty Way Farm
DESCRIPTION:If you are considering potential investments in greenhouse infrastructure and technology\, and the business case for how technology can support small-scale\, regenerative farms\, this field day is for you. Participants are welcome to pack a lunch to enjoy onsite after the formal tour is finished. \nReminder: EFAO members can access a 10% discount with Orisha!
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/maximizing-efficiency-productivity-using-greenhouse-technology-at-liberty-way-farm/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20241021T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20241021T000000
DTSTAMP:20241019T140403Z
CREATED:20241017T105621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T140403Z
UID:10000504-1729468800-1729468800@www.nfu.ca
SUMMARY:Seed Saving Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to produce some of your seed on-farm?  In this webinar you will learn what crops are easiest for beginner-level seed production\, how to plan your production to minimize cross pollination\, the number of  plants required to maintain genetic viability and varietal strength as well as how to collect\, clean and store your seed. \nA recording of this webinar will be available.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/seed-saving-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Exchange Hub,Training
LOCATION:
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