The Royal Bank of Canada has announced a $50,000 donation to Careers on the Grow, supporting 4H youth in agriculture. According to a release, this sponsorship will create opportunities for young people to gain first-hand. The funds will help Careers on the Grow address the skills and labour gap in the agriculture industry. The program hopes to take a step in unlocking the potential of young people in Canadian Agriculture by addressing three critical gaps: experience, skills and networking.
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1 hours agoSoybeans and Wheat finished lower to end the week.
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4 hours agoThe one-night outdoor event by Deep Water Gallery will run from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Berford Street.
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5 hours agoA new mental health initiative will be introduced to residents of Huron and Perth counties next week that will broaden access to mental health and addictions services.
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6 hours agoPerth County OPP have closed part of Perth Road 180 due to a two-vehicle crash.