Province commits $11.5 million in funding to agriculture societies for next three years
EDMONTON, AB — The provincial government has announced more funding for rural communities across Alberta.
During a speech at the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties convention Tuesday morning, the government announced several initiatives to help rural communities, including a new tax credit and funding for agricultural societies.
Agriculture societies in Alberta will be receiving yearly government funding of $11.5 million for three years, allowing the societies to plan ahead and budget for facilities, events and education opportunities provided in the communities.
“I’m pleased that we can continue to support the vital work that agricultural societies do in our province to encourage growth in the agriculture industry and rural Alberta, and educate the next generation of farmers and ranchers,” said Oneil Carlier, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, in a news release. “Ag societies are our partners in delivering many community-centred initiatives, including Alberta Open Farm Days, farm safety education, trade shows, agricultural celebrations and much more.”