Keep children safe on Canadian farms in safety week
Canada Safety Council urges farm families to guard kids from machinery chemicals and animals. The CAIR program reports 217 agricultural fatalities among children ages 14 and younger from 1990 to 2005 with runovers drownings and animal-related injuries as leading causes. Implement a no extra riders rule and create fenced play areas to limit exposure while training children in safety and legal operating ages.
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Capturing Opportunities Awards Honor Rural Manitobans
Rural Manitoba celebrates community dedication with Capturing Opportunities Awards. Categories include Outstanding Community Leadership, Rural Youth Achievement, and Economic Development Innovation highlighting individuals, associations, businesses, and municipalities driving positive change and youth involvement across regions.
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Rural Innovation Award Honors Community Partners
The Award-for businesses in rural economic development recognizes cooperation with community partners and outcomes in rural economy. Presented at the Celebration Banquet on April 24 at the Keystone Centre in Brandon. Winners receive a $1,000 donation to their chosen charity and are honored for outstanding community impact. Nominations due by April 24. Vandeneau, MAFRI Business Development Specialist, offers assistance.
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