OSCIA

Webinar: Soil sampling – The how, the why, and the when
2025-11-05 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Join Grain Farmers of Ontario’s three-part GrainTALK Webinar Series focusing on soil fertility.
Colin Elgie, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness; Danny Jefferies, Honeyland Ag Services; and Caleb Niemeyer, Woodrill Ltd. discuss: Soil sampling – The how, the why, and the when.

When? Wednesday, November 5, @ noon

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Soil sampling – The how, the why, and the when is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management category.

Webinar: Soil sampling – The interpretation of results, turning analysis into recommendations, plus credits for manure & cover crops, and tools to use
2025-11-12 12:00 - 13:00 | ON
Join Grain Farmers of Ontario’s three-part GrainTALK Webinar Series focusing on soil fertility.
Colin Elgie and Christine Brown, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, discuss: The interpretation of results, turning analysis into recommendations, plus credits for manure & cover crops, and tools to use.

When? Wednesday, November 12 @ noon

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Soil sampling – The interpretation of results, turning analysis into recommendations, plus credits for manure & cover crops, and tools to use is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management category.

Cover Crops: Myths and Challenges with Jake Munroe
2025-11-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
The Ontario Certified Crop Advisor Association (CCA) and Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) have partnered to deliver training and educational resources to Ontario agrologists. With a focus on cover crops, nitrogen management, and rotational grazing, these sessions will support the objectives of the On-Farm Climate Action Fund. Check out the full webinar series schedule here.
Join us on Wednesday, November 12 for an interactive presentation: “Cover Crops: Myths and Challenges with Jake Munroe.” Jake Munroe is the Soil Management Specialist for Field Crops with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA). Jake has expertise in soil fertility, soil health, and cover crop management. Through on-farm trials, demonstrations, and presentations, he shares information with Ontario farmers on best management practices to improve soil management and crop production. His current projects include evaluating late-season cover crop establishment following corn and soybeans and managing cover crops on clay soils. Jake is a Certified Crop Advisor. In this presentation, Jake will discuss misconceptions and challenges associated with cover cropping in Ontario.
Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) – On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF).
This event is free to attend. CEU credits are available.
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Cover Crops: Myths and Challenges is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for applicants with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Cover Cropping category.

Soil and Water Information Day
2025-11-18 09:00 - 15:30 | Elora Grand Way Events Centre, 7445 Wellington County Rd 21, Centre Wellington, Ontario, N0B 1S0, Canada
The Soil and Water Information Day will be held at the GrandWay in Elora November 18.
There is in-person and virtual attendance available. Registration information & the agenda can be found here: https://ccaontario.com/product/soil-and-water-day/
This event is hosted by:

The Soil and Water Information Day is recognized as an OnFarm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) in the Cover Cropping and Nitrogen Management categories.

Webinar: How to take a recommendation and turn it into a fertilization plan
2025-11-19 12:00 - 13:00 | ON
Join Grain Farmers of Ontario’s three-part GrainTALK Webinar Series focusing on soil fertility.
Colin Elgie, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, and Dale Cowan, Agris Co-operative Ltd., discuss: How to take a recommendation and turn it into a fertilization plan.

When? Wednesday, November 19 @ noon

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How to take a recommendation and turn it into a fertilization plan is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management category.

Webinar: Best Management Practices for Soil Health
2025-11-19 12:00 - 13:00 | ON
Healthy soil is the foundation of productive and resilient farmland. Join Owen Ricker, Farmer Engagement and Research Liaison for the Ontario Soil & Crop Association, for an introduction to practical, science-based approaches to improving soil health, including techniques such as drone-seeded cover crops, cover crop grazing, and nitrogen inhibitors. Participants will gain valuable insights into how these practices support crop yields, water retention, and climate resilience, while contributing to long-term agricultural sustainability.

When? Wednesday, November 19 @ noon

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Best Management Practices for Soil Health is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management and Cover Cropping category.

Webinar: Forage Focus- Triticale: The Comeback Kid
2025-12-02 19:30 - 20:30 | ON
Join the Ontario Forage Council with Joanna Follings, the Cereals Specialist from OMAFA.
This session explores triticale’s potential as a high-yielding forage crop, with a focus on agronomic management practices to optimize performance in livestock systems. Comparisons with other cereals and strategies for integration into double-cropping systems will also be discussed.

When? Tuesday, Dec 2 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

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Forage Focus- Triticale: The Comeback Kid is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.

Webinar: Cover Cropping Innovation
2025-12-03 14:00 - 15:00 | ON
Join us for the 2025 Innovation Exchange: Living Lab–ON Research Forum — a four-part virtual series exploring climate-friendly solutions co-developed by farmers and researchers.
Across four Wednesday sessions this fall (Nov 26, Dec 3, Dec 10, Dec 17), we’ll dig into practical innovations and the latest research on:
December 3rd – 2:00pm

Cover Cropping Innovation
Living Lab – Ontario researchers are exploring innovative practices for cover crops in two different ways. Join Jake Munroe (Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness) to learn about drone seeding cover crops into grain corn and soybeans, and Kim Schneider (University of Guelph) to learn about the benefits of cover crop grazing. The researchers are joined by farmer-cooperators participating in each of the trials who will share their experiences with trialing these practices.

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Cover Cropping Innovation is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Cover Cropping category.

Webinar: Forage Focus- Using Drones in Forage Production Systems
2025-12-03 19:30 - 20:30 | ON
Join the Ontario Forage Council with Adrien Rivard. Adrian founded Drone Spray Canada in 2020 after a 15-year career as a professional pilot. Returning to the family farm in 2018, the fusion of agriculture and aviation gave him the background to be one of the pioneers in the drone application industry.
More details to come.
When? Wednesday, Dec 3 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
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Forage Focus- Using Drones in Forage Production Systems is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.

Webinar: Forage Focus- From Dry to Thrive: Forage Fixes for Future Fortitude
2025-12-04 19:30 - 20:30 | ON
Join the Ontario Forage Council with Christine O’Reilly, the Forage & Grazing Specialist from OMAFA.
Prolonged dry weather impacted many regions of Ontario in 2025. With the growing season behind us, how can livestock farmers set their forage crops up for success next year? This session will cover the short-term agronomy to bounce back quickly, as well as explore options for building drought resilience into forage systems for the future.

When? Thursday, Dec 4 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

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Forage Focus- From Dry to Thrive: Forage Fixes for Future Fortitude is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.

Wellington SCIA Annual General Meeting
2025-12-05 09:00 - 15:00 | Alma Bible Church, Alma, ON, Canada
You’re invited to attend the Wellington Soil and Crop Improvement Association (WSCIA) AGM!
Join us as we come together to discuss the latest in soil and crop innovation, connect with fellow producers, and celebrate another successful year in agriculture.

📅 Date: Friday, December 5
📍 Location: Alma Bible Church

We encourage you to pre-register by November 27 to help us plan accordingly. Please see the attached flyer for full event details, including the agenda and guest speakers.

Don’t miss this opportunity to network, learn, and share ideas with others in our local agricultural community.

We look forward to seeing you there!
Flyer – ANNUAL MEETING 2025

North Simcoe SCIA Annual General Meeting
2025-12-05 10:30 - 15:00 | Our Lady of Lourdes Church Hall, Elmvale, ON, Canada
Join the North Simcoe Soil & Crop Improvement Association for their ANNUAL MEETING, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025.
The meeting will be held at the Our Lady of Lourdes Church Hall, 106 Yonge St, N, Elmvale.
Doors open at 10:15 am with coffee, meeting begins at 10:30 am.
Agenda:
Minutes of 2024 meeting
Financial report for 2024-2025
Nominate directors for 2026
Appoint delegates to OSCIA annual on February 3, 2026
OSCIA – Field Representative
Bus trip 2025 – Glenn Simpson
OSCIA – Andy van Niekerk
LUNCH – Soup, Sandwich, Pie Lunch $15 per person
Matt Ververs & Steve Jones – Compaction Event
Colin Marshall – Marshall insurance Barrie
Mike Cowbrough – OMAFA

World Soil Day Webinar: Building Healthy Soils in Ontario
2025-12-05 13:30 - 14:30 | ON
Join the Greenbelt Foundation for a World Soil Day Webinar, presented as part of the World Soil Day celebration hosted by OMAFA, the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance, and Soils at Guelph.
The webinar will highlight findings from the Greenbelt Foundation’s Soil Health Program, including the benefits of stacking beneficial management practices and regional results from our recent Regional Soil Health Report.
A panel of experts will explore practical solutions to improve soil health across Ontario:

Dr. Jenny Bower (Research Soil Scientist, Soil Health Institute)

Jake Munroe (Soil Management Specialist for Field Crops, OMAFA)

Gordon Alblas (Dairy and Cash Crop Farmer, Hamilton, Ontario)

Ryan Carlow (Program Lead, Greenbelt Foundation)

When? Dec 5 @ 1:30 PM
Where? In-person at 1 Stone Road West Guelph, ON N1G 4Y2 Atrium and Conference Room or join online

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World Soil Day Webinar: Building Healthy Soils in Ontario is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Cover Cropping category.

Dundas SCIA AGM
2025-12-09 09:30 - 15:00 | Chesterville Legion, 167 Queen St West NULL, Chesterville, 9, Canada
On behalf of DSCIA, I would like to invite you all to attend the 2025 DSCIA AGM on Tuesday, December 9th, at the Chesterville Legion, starting at 9:45 am.

Once again, we will have a schedule filled with excellent speakers, project results, have an excellent dinner, award various members for their efforts this year, and of course have our official annual general meeting. The schedule is attached.

Lunch is $25 per person.

I have also attached the 2026 membership renewal form. We do accept e-transfers to this email address or you are welcome to renew online at ontariosoilcrop.org.

Please RSVP by Dec. 5th.

We hope to see you there!

Nitrogen Management with Ben Rosser (OMAFA)
2025-12-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Embro Zorra Community Centre, 355644 35th Line NULL, Embro, 9
Join Ben Rosser, OMAFA Corn Lead, about Nitrogen Management
When: December 9th @ 1:00 pm
Where: Small hall at Embro Zorra Community Centre – 355644 35th Line, Embro, ON N0J 1J0
Registration: Contact Cathy Dibble at cdibble@ontariosoilcrop.org and 519-788-0895

Nitrogen Management with Ben Rosser (OMAFA) is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management category.

Webinar: Uncovering more: Why these rotational grazing BMPs?
2025-12-09 13:00 - 14:00 | ON
Join Farmers for Climate Solutions for a 60-minute free webinar where we will dive into the science and benefits of rotational grazing with an expert panel ready to answer your questions and provide tips you can put into practice.
The Farm Resilience Mentorship (FaRM) Program is excited to host this webinar featuring Tim Wray (Alberta rancher), Katrina McQuail (Ontario livestock farmer), Edward Bork (Director of the Rangeland Research Institute at the University of Alberta), and John Duynisveld (Beef Research Biologist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada in Nova Scotia).

When? Tuesday, Dec 9 @ 1:00 pm -2:00 pm

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Uncovering more: Why these rotational grazing BMPs? is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.

Essex SCIA member meeting and bus trip
2025-12-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-10 09:00 - 13:00 | Essex County, To be determined NULL, Essex, 9
“Where do your beans go?” Bus trip and tour of ADM Windsor Facility. Membership update and meeting. Contact scia-essex@ontariosoilcrop.org to register. Bus pick up points at Comber (9am), Manning Road (9:30am) or meet at ADM parking lot north of truck entrance (10am). $10 for SCIA members, $50 for non-members (includes 2026 membership). Lunch complements of St. Clair Region SCIA

Webinar: Coexisting on the Land- How Rotational Grazing Can Benefit Species at Risk
2025-12-10 12:00 - 13:00 | ON
Join us with Meagan Morey with Blazing Star Environmental to learn how Rotational Grazing BMPs can benefit Species at Risk.

When? Wednesday, Dec 10 @ 12:00 pm -1:00 pm

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Coexisting on the Land- How Rotational Grazing Can Benefit Species at Risk is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.

Webinar: Optimizing Nitrogen Management
2025-12-10 14:30 - 15:30 | ON
Join us for the 2025 Innovation Exchange: Living Lab–ON Research Forum — a four-part virtual series exploring climate-friendly solutions co-developed by farmers and researchers.
Across four Wednesday sessions this fall (Nov 26, Dec 3, Dec 10, Dec 17), we’ll dig into practical innovations and the latest research on:
Dec. 10th – 2:30pm

Optimizing Nitrogen Management

Optimizing your nitrogen applications is a complex management decision. Apply too much and lose returns on your investment or increase the loss of nitrogen as nitrous oxide (a potent greenhouse gas). Join Living Lab – Ontario researchers, Craig Drury (AAFC) studying nitrification and urease inhibitors to understand how these products can benefit the environment and your crops. We will also hear from Researcher, Aaron Delaporte (AAFC) on how these practices can improve your ROI and a Living Lab farmer-cooperator exploring ways to optimize nitrogen management using plant-available nitrogen from cover crops. Hear how their first set of trials has gone, and how they are adapting their management strategies on their farm going forward..

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Optimizing Nitrogen Management is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management category.

Northumberland SCIA AGM + Speakers Platform
2025-12-11 09:00 - 15:30 | St. Paul’s United Church, 60 Main Street, Warkworth, Ontario, K0K 3K0, Canada
The 2025 AGM for the Northumberland Soil & Crop Improvement Association is happening on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at Gathering Place, St. Paul’s United Church in Warkworth, ON (new location this year!).
Tentative Agenda:
🕘 9:00 AM Registration🕘 9:30 AM Business Meeting🕙 10:30 AM OSCIA Updates
🎙 11:00 AM Control programs for waterhemp + other nasties (Mike Cowbrough, Weed Management Specialist, OMAFA)🎙 12:00 PM Agricorp coverage options: 2025 was THE year for crop insurance (Wendell Joyce, Regional Manager, AgriCorp)🕒 12:30 PM Hot Lunch by the St. Paul’s UCW (Luncheon fee: $30.00)
🎙 1:30 PM Balanced crop nutrition for profitability (Aaron Stevanus, Independent Agronomist)🎙 2:30 PM Biochar production + testing (Norm Lamothe, Woodleigh Farms)🕒 3:00 PM Resolutions🕒 3:30 PM Adjourn
A great day to connect, swap notes, learn something new, and renew your membership ($40) if it’s on the list.
Questions? Reach out to Eric at SCIA-Northumberland@ontariosoilcrop.org

Grenville SCIA AGM
2025-12-11 10:30 - 15:00 | Nation Masonic Lodge, 36 Bennett St, Spencerville, ON, Canada
See the picture below for the agenda for the day – lots of great speakers!

Renfrew SCIA AGM
2025-12-12 10:30 - 15:00 | Renfrew Armouries, 115 Veterans Memorial NULL, Renfrew, 9, Canada
Join fellow members to hear about what activities occurred in 2025 and start planning for 2026 as well as hear what funding opportunities are coming up and what is going on at the Provincial level.

Webinar: Nitrogen Management - Not just a Growing Season Issue
2025-12-12 12:00 - 13:00 | ON
Join us to hear from Samantha Earl-Goulet, OSCIA’s Agricultural Climate Model Specialist, discussing nitrogen losses during the non-growing season. Changing winter conditions alter nutrient cycling in our soils meaning nitrogen management strategies need to be approached year-round.
When? Dec 12th, 12 PM – 1 PM
REGISTER HERE

Nitrogen Management – Not just a Growing Season Issue is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management category.

AG Summit and Local Annual General Meetings
2025-12-15 09:30 - 15:30 | Ancaster Fairgrounds, 630 Trinity Rd S NULL, Jerseyville, 9, Canada
Niagara Peninsula, Haldimand, Hamilton-Wentworth and Halton-Peel Soil & Crop Association Ag Summit and Local Annual General Meeting
This multi-county event brings together farmers, agri-business professionals, and industry leaders for a full day of networking, learning, and discussion on farm business, agronomy, and policy.
Date: Monday December 15, 2025
Location: Ancaster Fairgrounds, Concession Building, Jerseyville

A practical, fast-moving day focusing on farm business, agronomy, and policies to kickstart your 2026 plans.
This event will include OSCIA updates, regional AGMs, tradeshow, hot lunch, and farmer to farmer networking. Including guest speakers: Shaun Haney (founder and host of Real Agriculture), Hugh Loomans (President and CEO of Sylvite Holdings), and Peter Johnson (resident agronomist at Real Agriculture).
Stay Up To Date: Facebook Page
Pricing:

EARLY-BIRD: All OSCIA members: $10 until Nov 20th
After Nov 20th: $20 for OSCIA members
Non-members: $50

Memberships: The NPSCIA Board of Directors would like to encourage you to renew your Membership or if you do not have a Membership to become members of the NPSCIA in 2025-2026. You will receive regular newsletters and opportunities to attend Knowledge Sharing Events held by NPSCIA and other Associations.

Memberships available to purchase/renew at the door! Please bring cash, cheque, or E-transfer to scia-niagara@ontariosoilcrop.org.
Please check the OSCIA website to ensure your membership is ACTIVE at: https://www.ontariosoilcrop.org.
Yearly OSCIA Membership is $50.00, Youth Memberships $25.00, Honorary Membership $25.00

AGA 2025 - Russell
2025-12-17 10:30 - 15:00 | The Nation Sports Complex, 243 Limoges road, Limoges, Ontario, K0A 2M0, Canada
AGA 2025 – Association des sols et récoltes de Russell
Quand : mercredi le 17 décembre, 2025
Ou : Complexe Sportif La Nation, Limoges ON.
Horaire de la journée à venir!

Grey County Soil & Crop Winter Meeting & AGM
2025-12-18 17:00 - 21:00 | Bognor Hall
Join us for the Grey SCIA Winter Meeting – with a new evening time format this year!
Bring your spouse and enjoy an evening out with a delicious catered meal, keynote speaker and social hour afterwards!
The evening kicks off at 5 pm at the Bogno Hall and the Keynote Presentation starts at 7 pm. The Honourable Robert Black, P. Ag. (HON) Senator (ON) will present Critical Ground: Why Soil is Essential to Canada’s Economic, Environmental, Human, and Social Health,
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED BY DECEMBER 9TH in order for us to reserve your meal! Email georgiancentralscia@ontariosoilcrop.org or call 519-986-3756 to register.

York SCIA AGM
2026-01-05 10:00 | ON
Join York SCIA for their AGM on January 5, starting at 10am in Mount Albert.
For additional information, please reach out to Tom Patterson, 905-294-9016.

Southwest Agricultural Conference (SWAC) – In-Person
2026-01-06 - 2026-01-07 | University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus, 120 Main Street East, Ridgetown, Ontario, Canada
Two KSEs are available at this year’s IN-PERSON Southwest Agricultural Conference (SWAC). Each session will be offered at different times on January 6 and January 7. See details below.
Note: While the in-person sessions will be recorded, watching an On-Demand recording of these sessions do not qualify as a KSE. The session must be attended in-person.
Resilient Soil – Nitrogen Management KSE
Dr. Eileen Kladivko
From tillage and earthworms to drainage and nitrogen cycling, ways to help weatherproof your soils.

Jan 6, 12:00 PM – Agronomy, Classroom 127
Jan 7, 11:00 AM – Agronomy, Agri Theatre 137

Cover Crops Work – Cover Cropping KSE
Peter Harvey, Cookstown
Warren Schneckenburger, Morrisburg
Larry Dyck, Campden
Jake Munroe, OMAFA [Moderator]
These top growers discuss where they have seen the “wins” in the search for soil health.

Jan 6, 11:00 AM – Rural Development Centre, Lecture Theatre 125
Jan 7, 2:10 PM – Agronomy, Classroom 126

Register for SWAC

Beef Day - Grey Bruce Farmers' Week
2026-01-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Online
🌾 Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week is celebrating its 60th year in 2026 and will once again offer both in-person and livestream attendance — meaning anyone, from anywhere, can join in! Please help us spread the word.
🐂 Beef Day – Wednesday, January 7th will feature a full lineup including:

Ask the Experts panel with veterinarian Dr. Van Mitchell and nutritionist Dr. Matthew Walpole
Keynote presentation on the Beef Market Outlook for 2026 with market analyst Anne Wasko
A Beef Farmers of Ontario update with Craig McLaughlin, President of Beef Farmers Ontario
Christine Brown on maximizing the benefits of manure
An afternoon panel on sire selection with local producers Tom Cunningham, Darrell Saunders, and Dale Pallister, veterinarian Dr. Van Mitchell, and Brad Gilchrist of Semex, facilitated by Dr. Lisa Sharko

Take advantage of the networking opportunities in the tradeshow and enjoy a hearty roast beef lunch. Can’t watch the presentations live in Elmwood? That’s okay! They’ll be livestreamed and available for 30 days after as well.
👉 Visit www.gbfw.ca for more details.
