4-H Saskatchewan
3830 Thatcher Avenue S7R 1A5 Saskatoon, SK, Canada

Please note: The current Public Health Orders from the Government of Saskatchewan are now in place until March 19. We know there are a lot of questions around 4-H and the new public health orders from the Government of Saskatchewan. Please check out the COVID-19 Preparedness page at www.4-h.sk.ca/covid19preparedness This page outlines the impact this has on 4-H clubs, what activities can be done under these new restrictions and has ideas/suggestions for how to work within t...hem. These restrictions are in place until March 19, when the government will revisit them. The main points are: -The recommendation is to limit all non-essential gatherings. If your event or activity can be held virtually or postponed, consider making this change. -The public health order suspending team/group activities does affect several types of 4-H activities. - No food or drink may be present or served during any gathering - Indoor gatherings in private homes are limited to household members only - All outdoor gatherings are limited to 10 people We know these restrictions may seem daunting, but don't forget, the provincial office staff is here to support you! Call your regional 4-H specialist to get help implementing these in your club, to help you come up with new ideas to keep your club active at a distance or to help you with moving meetings and activities virtual. No matter your gathering size or location stay safe and take precautions. Practice physical distancing from those outside your household, wash your hands, and wear a mask. We ask all 4-H’ers follow government restrictions and guidelines. If you have concerns with the government guidelines, please contact their hotline at 1-855-559-5502. For more: www.4-h.sk.ca/covid19preparedness Government News Release: https://bit.ly/3rbvwwY

Do you want to get $2,000 for your club and were you thinking of applying for the Journey to the Future Grant? Do you want to learn more about Journey 2050? Join us on March 3 at 5 p.m. to learn more about Journey 2050 from Agriculture in the Classroom SK and the Journey To The Future grant from 4-H Staff! ... Here is the information to join on March 3: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/398662437 You can also dial in using your phone. Canada: +1 (647) 497-9373 Access Code: 398-662-437 If you are attending the webinar, be sure to download the Journey 2050 app on your phone or tablet. It is in the app store or available at http://www.journey2050.com/play-the-game/

Senior 4-H members - Applications for 4-H Canada's scholarships are now open! Make sure to get your applications in before the May 31 deadline.

We wanted to share some of the amazing posters we received from our Canada's Ag Day contest! Thank you to the Spray and Charko families for sharing their posters! It was also exciting to see all of our 4-H members who also posted about agriculture on February 23. We saw many posts on different social media platforms. Thank you for sharing your stories and helping teach the world about agriculture!

Senior 4-H members: Don't forget to apply for the Agriculture Student Scholarship! Many 4-H'ers have received this scholarship in the past, so get in your application by the deadline on March 1. Learn more at the link below!

Were you thinking of applying for the Journey to the Future Grant? Do you want to learn more about Journey 2050? Join us on March 3 at 5 p.m. to learn more about Journey 2050 from Agriculture in the Classroom SK and the Journey To The Future grant from 4-H Staff! ... Here is the information to join on March 3: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/398662437 You can also dial in using your phone. Canada: +1 (647) 497-9373 Access Code: 398-662-437

IMPORTANT COVID UPDATE: As of November 19, masks are mandatory in the entire province of Saskatchewan. Also, all indoor gatherings on private property may have a maximum of 5 people. This applies to indoor events on personal property and includes in a home or in an out-building (like a quonset or shop). If your event is held outdoors or is in a public, indoor space (like a community hall) you are able to continue to meet in groups of up to 30 people.... No matter your gathering size or location stay safe and take precautions. Practice physical distancing from those outside your household, wash your hands, and wear a mask. We ask all 4-H’ers follow government restrictions and guidelines. If you have concerns with the government guidelines, please contact their hotline at 1-855-559-5502. For more: www.4-h.sk.ca/covid19preparedness Government News Release: https://bit.ly/3kFYiBg If you have questions on how to implement any of the new restrictions in your club, don’t hesitate to call the office at 306-933-7727!

Have you ever thought, "What does the club treasurer do?" Have you been elected to this position in your club? Want to learn more about what the treasurer does in the club and how to keep track of club finances? Register for the Club Executive Training webinar! This will go through all the executive positions and what their role is in the club. It will also give the executive a chance to meet (virtually!) others from different clubs. ... When: November 28, 2020 Where: Virtually Time: 1-4 p.m. Deadline to register: November 23, 2020 Register now at https://tockify.com/haroldthehare/detail/146/1606543200000

Did you know November is 4-H Month in Saskatchewan? Join us for our Sustainability Initiative! This year, throughout the month of November, we will be holding an electronics drive. It is easy to do. Head to www.4-h.sk.ca/club-week to learn more and fill out an online form to sign your club or district up for an electronics drive. ... You can hold your drive at any time in November. If you sign up, we will send your contact information to Recycle My Electronics, who will send you our your collection tote! Help us show the 4-H volunteer spirit and how we are using our head, heart, hands and health to give back to our communities!

Would you like to connect with other women in the agriculture industry and learn about interesting ag-related topics? We are excited to be able to offer our members and alumni a $50 discount for this year’s Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference (AWC) Virtual 2020! This is a great opportunity to learn and network with over 600 women from across North America. ... Please e-mail [email protected] for your discount code.

Looking for some farm or industrial equipment? Consider buying through the Ritchie Bros. November 19 sale in Regina! They will be donating $3 per lot to 4-H Saskatchewan during this sale. Check out the auction at www.rbauction.com

Are you a senior 4-H member, either considering what life will be like when you graduate high school or in first (or second) year post-secondary school? Join us for Virtual 4-H Seniors' Weekend on Nov. 21-22! This exciting weekend will have hands-on activities done in a virtual setting, around topics to help you succeed in the future.... There will be activities around job preparation (including a mock job interview), budgeting, peer mentorship and a cooking demonstration (which you can follow along and make your own at home!). We will also have a panel of past and current post-secondary students to answer your questions and help you navigate your own journey. Register now at https://tockify.com/haroldthehare/detail/143/1605938400000

Are you planning to run for your 4-H club's secretary or are newly elected to the role? Want to learn more about what the secretary does in the club and how to take amazing minutes? Register for the Club Executive Training webinar! This will go through all the executive positions and what their role is in the club. It will also give the executive a chance to meet (virtually!) others from different clubs. ... When: November 28, 2020 Where: Virtually Time: 1-4 p.m. Deadline to register: November 23, 2020 Register now at https://tockify.com/haroldthehare/detail/146/1606543200000