Victor Chrapko Non-GMO Scholarship
The non-GMO scholarship awards $1,000 each year to support education and/or research projects with a focus on determining the environmental, health, and/or social impacts of non genetically engineered organisms related to plants and/or animals in the environment and/or food system.
The deadline to submit your application is May 31, 2010.
Organic Alberta/AOPA Peace Country field tours
Tentative dates:
Wednesday July 28: Gilbert Wolfe - honey processors that service the national and international markets including
Thursday July 29: MacKenzie Applied Research Associations field day at
Additional stops may be added but have not been confirmed at this date. Additional details will be posted as they become available.
ASAAP - Alberta Sustainable Agriculture Apprenticeship Program
To support people interested in getting into sustainable agriculture by providing on–farm experience and training through an apprenticeship style program. ASAAP also supports farmers providing training in order to contribute towards a positive and successful experience for both the apprentice and the farmer.
Stony Plain Multicultural Heritage Centre - Organic Master Gardener Course
Individuals interested in organic gardening and food production are encouraged to participate in the only Organic Master Gardener Program in
SOIL - Stewards of Irreplaceable Land
An Organic Farm Apprenticeship Program by a non-profit organization that connects those who want to learn how to farm sustainably with teaching farms in
Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada
The OACC has both web-based and campus based course. Take a look at their website to see what is being offered.
WWOOFCanada, WWOOF USA, WWOOF Hawaii and Willing Workers On Organic Farms (WWOOF)
WWOOF is dedicated to helping those who would like to work as volunteers on organic farms.
OFIBC - Organic Farming Institute of BC
The OFIBC is based in the Similkameen, BC and offers on line courses in organic farming (see below) as well as in-depth training on working organic farms.
ORG 101: Introduction to Organic Soil Management and Nutrient Cycles
ORG 102: Organic Soil Management practices and Transitioning to Organic
The Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm – Farm Apprenticeship
A hands-on, season-long apprenticeship-style course in sustainable agriculture.
University of Guelph - BSc (Agr) Organic Agriculture
“It’s all about preparing younger generations for a different kind of future.”
One year program starting in January 2010. Designed for beginner farmers.
For more information contact Helen Knibb 866-353-6464 ext. 1342 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
St. Lawrence College - Sustainable Local Food for All Canadian Certificate
Distance education certificate program designed to meet the rising interest in local food system development.
Gaia designs programs, both online and in-class, to facilitate the shift towards holistic land management and practices and the use of environmentally sustainable technologies.
A network of organic farms in
Supports new farm enterprises in Ontario, offering access to land and equipment, business planning support, technical training, mentorship and experience with ecological and emerging farming methods.
IFOAM Internet Training Platform
Free access to a broad range of high quality training materials on Organic Agriculture, announcements of organic training opportunities worldwide and contacts with institutions offering training in Organic Agriculture.
International volunteering opportunities available in agriculture.
