Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation awards seven $2,500 scholarships annually to Canadian students who are entering or currently pursuing an agricultural related program full-time at a Canadian college, university or apprenticeship (trade) institution.
Scholarships are awarded to students based on a combination of leadership attributes, and an essay or video response to the question “Name a challenge that you think agriculture can help solve. How will your future career in agriculture allow you to play a role in solving that challenge?”
The agriculture and food industry is an exciting and growing field. Whether you're looking to become a plant breeder, an agri-marketer, a researcher, part of the agri-retail industry, a PhD, a farmer or an agricultural equipment technician, it all starts with an undergraduate degree, diploma or apprenticeship in an agriculturally based or related program.
CABEF awards seven $2,500 scholarships annually to full-time students enrolling or currently in an agricultural related program at a Canadian university, college or apprenticeship institution. These scholarships are funded through generous donations from agri-business and people involved in the agricultural and food industry.
Students from across Canada are invited to apply for one of seven scholarships awarded annually. One scholarship will be awarded in the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Québec, the Atlantic Provinces as a whole and one from British Columbia/Territories.
Applicants will be assessed on a combination of their leadership attributes, and written or video response to the question “Name a challenge that you think agriculture can help solve. How will your future career in agriculture allow you to play a role in solving that challenge?”
Watch the promotional video from our 2020 scholarship recipients about why they are excited about the future of the ag industry.
Those in the business of agriculture and food industry know there is no greater place to work. We also know we need talented, energetic young people to enter the industry to keep it great. Simply put, that is our goal.
If you want to support the next generations’ ambition to join the agriculture and food industry please donate generously by filling out the appropriate form (found here) and sending it to info@cabef.org.
All donations to CABEF are managed by a professional investment firm under the governance of the Finance Committee and the Investment Policy Statement.
CABEF is a registered charity (#828593731RC0001). For more information on all registered charities in Canada under the Income Tax Act, please visit: Canada Revenue Agency www.cra.gc.ca/charities.
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Thank you for your support!
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BC Agriculture Council (BCAC) is the only provincial-wide general farm organization representing the farmers and ranchers of British Columbia. BCAC proudly serves nearly 30 commodity associations who in turn generate 96% of the farm gate sales in B.C.
The purpose of CABEF is to advance education by providing scholarships, bursaries, and awards to students enrolled in agricultural or agri-business related programs at a university, college or trade school in Canada.
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Alltech is a leading global biotechnology company whose mission is to improve the health and performance of people, animals and plants through natural nutrition and scientific innovation.
BC Agriculture Council (BCAC) is the only provincial-wide general farm organization representing the farmers and ranchers of British Columbia. BCAC proudly serves nearly 30 commodity associations who in turn generate 96% of the farm gate sales in B.C.
Farm Credit Canada is Canada’s leading agriculture lender providing flexible, competitively priced financing, management software, information and knowledge specifically designed for the agriculture and agri-food industry.
Top Crop Manager and Potatoes in Canada are two specialty agricultural trade publications focused on field crop and potato production across Canada. We offer insights and in-depth information on plant breeding, research and development, fertility, seed, crop protection, precision agriculture, technology, and business management. Trusted content reaches our targeted audience via print, website, webinars, podcasts, and events.
AdFarm is a catalyst for the advancement of agriculture. AdFarm is a North American communications and marketing agency focused entirely on agriculture.
Undergraduate Student, University of Saskatchewan, Agronomy
The University of Guelph is proud to call itself Canada's Food University. A major portion of the university's $150-million annual research complement is related to agriculture and food.
Alba PR is a brain to brain communication design company that shares insights from neuroscience, social and behavioural sciences, and sales and marketing with farmers to help them develop communication impact boosters. She is also a sixth generation Quebec dairy farmer, a contributor at The Country Guide, and a seed sales rep for Speare Seeds.
President of Canadian Young Speakers for Agriculture Social media, marketing & communications for the Community Economic Development and Employability Corporation Past Executive Director of Agriculture in the Classroom Quebec.
For more information on our Board of Directors, email info@cabef.org
Larry Hertz, Chairperson (2009 – 2016)
Rod Delahey, Director (2009 – 2014)
Jen Christie, Director (2009 – 2016)
Justin Funk, Director (2009 – 2017)
Mary Thornley, Executive Director (2009 – Current)
April Stewart (2019 – 2020)
Steve McCabe (2019 – 2020)
Martina Pfister (2018 – 2020)
Morgan Knezacek (2018 – 2020)
Jennifer Kyle (2018 – 2019)
Daniel Lamoureux (2013 – 2019)
Faith Matchett (2017 – 2018)
Johanne Ross (2016 – 2018)
Rod Merryweather (2013 – 2018; Chairperson 2016 – 2018)
Christa Wright (2016 – 2017)
April 2009 – Discussions began with Larry Hertz, Rod Delahey, Justin Funk and Mary Thornley
May 11, 2010 – First board meeting was held.
March 20, 2013 – Charitable status obtained CRA (3-year process)
June 2013 – Worked with CIBC WoodGundy, Guelph to establish an Investment Policy Statement
March 2, 2015 – First CABEF strategic plan developed with assistance from Rob Hannam
Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation
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