CABEF announces winners of prestigious national agricultural scholarships

[PORT ELGIN, ON] – Six students from across the country are recipients of the 2024 scholarships, sponsored by the Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation.

The $2,500 scholarships are awarded to students entering or currently pursuing an agricultural or agri-food related program at a Canadian college, university or technical institution.

This year’s recipients are:

Emma Pflanz, Vancouver, BC

Brooke-Lynn Finnerty, Sturgeon County, AB

Mary Lee McNeil, Alameda, SK

Faryal Yousaf, Brandon, MB

Allison Goodyear, Ottawa, ON

Emma Bishop, Round Hill, NS

Applicants were assessed on a combination of their leadership attributes, and written or video response to the question “Canada is a global leader in sustainable agriculture and food production.  Provinces and Territories came together to create the Guelph Statement which outlines a vision for 2028. Select one of the six guiding principles from the Guelph Statement and describe three ways that the agriculture and food industry can remain sustainable for years to come.”

“We are honoured to support these students as they pursue their career paths in agriculture and food,” says Becky Parker, chair of the board for CABEF. “Based on their applications, it is clear they are future leaders who will bring the innovative ideas and passion needed to overcome the challenges faced by the agri-food industry.”

To obtain a print-friendly image of a scholarship winner, or to obtain a copy of their winning essay, please contact info@cabef.org. For further information about CABEF’s work, visit cabef.org.

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Contact:

Mary Thornley
Executive Director, Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation
info@cabef.org

Becky Parker
Chair, Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation
beckyparker2@gmail.com

About CABEF:
CABEF advances education and encourages excellence in the agriculture industry by providing scholarships to students enrolled in an agriculture-related program at a college, university or technical institute in Canada. For more information, visit cabef.org.

[PORT ELGIN, ON, January 23, 2024] – Applications are now open for seven, $2,500 scholarships from the Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation.  Any student entering or pursuing an agricultural related program at a Canadian college, university or apprenticeship (trade) institution is eligible to apply. The awards empower young leaders to follow one of the endless career paths in the agri-food sector.

“Canadian agriculture needs more passionate people to address the challenges of tomorrow, ” said Becky Parker, Chair of the CABEF Board of Directors. “We are proud to support the future of our industry by providing scholarships to deserving students who are pursuing agriculture and food careers in Canada.”

One scholarship is awarded in each of Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Québec, British Columbia/Territories and Atlantic Canada. Applicants are assessed on a combination of their leadership attributes, and written or video response to the question, “Canada is a global leader in sustainable agriculture and food production.  Provinces and Territories came together to create the Guelph Statement which outlines a vision for 2028. Select one of the six guiding principles and describe three ways that the agriculture and food industry can remain sustainable for years to come.”

The deadline to apply is April 30, 2024. For more information and to access the online application form, visit www.CABEF.org.

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About CABEF:

CABEF advances education and encourages excellence in the agri-food sector by providing scholarships to students enrolled in agricultural studies at a Canadian college, university or technical institute. For more information, visit cabef.org.

Six students from across the country are recipients of the 2023 scholarships, sponsored by the Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation.

The $2,500 scholarships are awarded to students entering or currently pursuing an agricultural or agri-food related program at a Canadian college, university or technical institution.

This year’s recipients are:

Sarah MacDonald, Vanderhoof, BC

Erin Hughes, Longview, AB

Wyatt Pavloff, Perdue, SK 

Milan Lukes, Winnipeg, MB

Kyla Lewis, Dorchester, ON

Matthew Bishop, Round Hill, NS

Applicants were assessed on a combination of their leadership attributes, and written or video response to the question “Choose one UN Sustainable Development goal and highlight three ways your future career in agriculture and food will contribute to it.”

“We are proud to support the next generation of agri-food leaders with these scholarships,” says Becky Parker, chair of the board for CABEF. “Each of the six recipients demonstrated impressive determination to support a sustainable future through their upcoming careers. We are confident that they will all make a positive impact on Canadian agriculture as they pursue their passions.”

To obtain a print-friendly image of a scholarship winner, or to obtain a copy of their winning essay, please contact info@cabef.org. For further information about CABEF’s work, visit cabef.org.

The Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation (CABEF) provides financial support to encourage young people to pursue an education in agriculture and food. Applications are open for seven scholarships worth $2,500 each for students entering or pursuing an agricultural related program at a Canadian college, university or apprenticeship (trade) institution. The awards encourage students to take advantage of the many opportunities available in the agri-food sector.

“There are many pathways students can take on their way to careers in the agriculture and food industry,” said Becky Parker, Chair of the CABEF Board of Directors. “We are proud to support the future of our industry by providing scholarships to students who are pursuing agriculture and food careers in Canada.”

One scholarship is awarded in each of Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Québec, British Columbia/Territories and Atlantic Canada. Applicants are assessed on a combination of their leadership attributes, and written or video response to the question, “Choose one UN Sustainable Development goal and highlight three ways your future career in agriculture and food will contribute to it.”

The deadline to apply is April 30, 2023. For more information and to access the online application form, visit www.CABEF.org.

[PORT ELGIN, ON] – Seven students from across the country are recipients of the 2022 Pathways to Agri-Food Scholarships, sponsored by the Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation.

The $2,500 scholarships are awarded to students entering or currently pursuing an agricultural or agri-food-related program at a Canadian college, university, or technical institution.

This year’s recipients are:

Annalise Steadman, Victoria, BC
Seanna Wengryn, Edmonton, AB
Mariah Maurer, Grenfell, SK
Emily Robb, Brandon, MB
Emily Bieman, Belgrave, ON
Devin Keenan, Cleveland, QC
Jill Lockerby, Hamilton, PEI

Applicants were assessed on a combination of their leadership attributes and written or video response to the question “Equity, diversity, and inclusion are issues and opportunities that are important to the agriculture and agri-food sectors. Describe why these topics are crucial to address, and outline one concrete action our industry can take to be more equitable, diverse, and inclusive.”

“We are proud to support the future of the Canadian agriculture industry with these scholarships,” says Becky Parker, chair of the board for CABEF. “It is clear this year’s applicants will champion equity, diversity, and inclusion during their careers.”

To obtain a print-friendly image of a scholarship winner, or to obtain a copy of their winning essay, please contact info@cabef.org. For further information about CABEF’s work, visit cabef.org.

The Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation (CABEF) provides financial support through the Pathways to Agri-Food Scholarships to encourage young people to pursue an education in agriculture and food. Applications are open for seven scholarships worth $2,500 each for students entering or pursuing an agricultural-related program at a Canadian college, university, or apprenticeship (trade) institution. The awards encourage students to take advantage of the many opportunities available in the agri-food sector.

“There are many pathways students can take on their way to careers in the agriculture and food industry,” said Becky Parker, Chair of the CABEF Board of Directors. “We are proud to support the future of our industry by providing scholarships to students who are pursuing agriculture and food careers in Canada.”

One scholarship is awarded in each of Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Québec, British Columbia/Territories, and Atlantic Canada. Applicants are assessed on a combination of their leadership attributes and written or video response to the question, “Equity, diversity, and inclusion are issues and opportunities that are important to the agriculture and agri-food sectors. Describe why these topics are crucial to address, and outline one concrete action our industry can take to be more equitable, diverse, and inclusive.”

The deadline to apply is April 30, 2023. For more information and to access the online application form, visit www.CABEF.org.