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Events offer hands-on experiences, workshops, networking with experts. Details on dates, locations, registration in the events calendar.
Virtual Leader Training - Home & Farm Safety
(Leaders Only)
Start time: 7:00 pm (2 hours)
This session will highlight the importance of safety in 4-H programming. Leaders will learn how to describe the 4-H Farm and Home Safety Program and teach associated skills. By the end of this session, you will be able to:
Explain how safety awareness and education are integrated across all levels of 4-H
Access 4-H BC safety initiatives and related resources
Understand the 4-H Safety Awards Program
Use new safety activities in your 4-H club
For more information and how to register: Click Here
Virtual Leader Training - Communications
(Leaders Only)
Start time: 7:00 pm (2 hours)
In this session, leaders will learn about the 4-H communications program including requirements for public speaking, demonstrations, speak and shows, educational displays, and the new digital posters. By the end of this session, you will:
Be familiar with tools and activities you can use to help 4-H members develop confidence in their communications skills
Know how communications activities are assessed in the 4-H program, including what communications awards members can earn
Have lots of inspiration for ways to kick off 4-H communications activities in the new 4-H year
For more information and how to register: Click Here
4-H BC Office Closed
Happy Holidays from all of us at the 4-H BC office! We will see you in 2027!
Junior Proficiency Exam Deadline
Submit your marks to your District Awards Coordinators.
4-H BC Scholarship Applications Open
Applications Open January 15-April 15, 2026
4-H BC offers a variety of scholarships to support members in pursuing their post-secondary education. These scholarships recognize leadership, dedication, and achievements in 4-H, providing financial assistance for studies in agriculture, science, business, and more.
Click here for more information: Click Here
Virtual Leader Training - Project Teaching
(Leaders Only)
Start time: 7:00 pm (2 hours)
This interactive session will help 4-H leaders build confidence and skills to guide youth through hands-on project learning. Together, we’ll explore practical strategies for planning, teaching, and evaluating 4-H projects while keeping meetings engaging and meaningful. By the end of the session, you will:
Understand the role of the 4-H Project Leader
Learn how to teach and evaluate 4-H record keeping skills
Plan an effective project meeting
Teach 4-H project skills using a variety of exercises
Consider plans for a 4-H club Achievement Day
For more information & how to register: Click Here
Provincial Club Week Facilitator/Chaperone Application Deadline
Are you interested in volunteering to be a Provincial Club Week Facilitator/Chaperone?
For more information about the Provincial Club Week program: Click Here
Have questions? Reach out to Erica Milman at the 4-H BC Office.
Virtual Leader Training - Judging
(Leaders Only)
Start Time: 7:00pm (2 hours)
In this session, 4-H leaders will learn the tools and strategies needed to lead a successful 4-H judging program. We’ll cover how to effectively teach and assess judging skills, along with practical tips for organizing a club-level competition. By the end of this session, you will be able to:
Access and use available 4-H judging program resources
Teach key judging skills: using correct terminology, making positive comparisons, assigning placings, and giving written and oral reasons
Understand and apply the Hormel system for evaluation, including the use of splits
Score written and oral reasons accurately
Plan and run a 4-H club judging competition
For more information & how to register: Click Here
Virtual Leader Training - Proudly Present Agriculture
(Leaders and Senior Members)
Start Time: 7:00 pm (2 hours)
This workshop is a great opportunity for anyone involved in agriculture to build skills and confidence for communicating with the public. It will help leaders and senior 4-H members learn the basics of presenting facts about agriculture in a positive and progressive way. Topics will include:
Introduction to the animal welfare spectrum
Digging deeper into hot topics in agriculture
Pro-actively sharing the agriculture story
Consideration of how to react if we are approached by an animal activist.
For more information and how to register: Click Here
4-H BC Scholarship Application Deadline
Applications Open January 15-April 15, 2026
4-H BC offers a variety of scholarships to support members in pursuing their post-secondary education. These scholarships recognize leadership, dedication, and achievements in 4-H, providing financial assistance for studies in agriculture, science, business, and more.
Click here for more information: Click Here
Food for Thought Delegate Application Period
The Food For Thought program gives 4-H British Columbia members ages 14-15 the opportunity to discover BC agriculture.
Program participants will taste and experience BC products and become more aware of the BC agriculture industry through exploring issues related to limited land and water resources, sustainable development and the rural urban interface.
Food For Thought is offered in even years (2016, 2018, etc) alternating with Youth Action.
Application Period: April 20 - May 4, 2026
Program Dates: July 19 - 24, 2026
For more information and how to register: Click Here
Food for Thought Facilitator/Chaperone Application Deadeline
Are you interested in volunteering to be a Food for Thought Facilitator/Chaperone?
For more information about the Food for Thought Program: Click Here
Have questions? Reach out to Tanner Marshall at the 4-H BC Office
Provincial Communications Finals Chaperone Application Deadline
Are you interested in volunteering to be a Provincial Communications Finals Chaperone?
For more information about the Provincial Communications Finals: Click Here
Have questions? Reach out to Kaitlyn Richards at the 4-H BC Office
Provincial Communications Finals Program
For more information about this program: Click Here
Judging Rallies
Planning and Hosting Successful Judging Rallies
April 8, 2025 7:00PM-8PM
Are you involved in organizing 4-H judging events, or looking to get started? Join us for an informative and interactive webinar where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with and learn from leaders around the province who have hands-on experience in organizing judging rallies. Whether you're new to organizing judging rallies or looking to refine your approach, this webinar will offer practical tips, strategies, and resources to help you create a positive and educational experience for participants.
Basics of Showing your Lamb
Basics of Showing your Lamb
Come join ambassador Nikayla as she shares some tips to help you prepare to show your 4-H Lamb project. Topics will include training, grooming, and handling. The session will provide tips and tricks to help you feel more confident in the show ring!
Zoom meeting details will be sent by the webinar host a few days before the webinar. This webinar is open to both leaders and members.
Small Engine Leader Roundtable Webinar
Small Engine Leader Roundtable Webinar
March 26th, 2025 7:00PM-8PM
Connect with and learn from leaders around the province about the 4-H Smalls Engines project. This roundtable is an open space for leaders to share ideas, experiences, tips, and activities with each other, while strengthening skills in leading your project and creating a meaningful 4-H experience for youth. Come prepared to share your questions and ideas!
Zoom meeting details will be sent by the webinar host a few days before the webinar. This roundtable session is for 4-H leaders.
Judging Basics Webinar
Judging Basics Webinar
March 21st, 2025 7:00PM-8PM
Join 4-H BC Ambassador Sophie for this webinar designed to help newer members learn about the judging process and prepare for their first judging rally. We will cover the basics of judging including how to consider a judging class based on class criteria, how to fill out the judging card, how to write comparative reasons. We will also learn how judging cards are marked and where points are awarded.
Zoom meeting details will be sent by the webinar host a few days before the webinar. This webinar is open to both leaders and members.
Sheep & Goat Leader Roundtable Webinar
Sheep & Goat Leader Roundtable Webinar
March 18th, 2025 7:00PM-8PM
Connect with and learn from leaders around the province about the 4-H Sheep and Goat projects. This roundtable is an open space for leaders to share ideas, experiences, tips, and activities with each other, while strengthening skills in leading your project and creating a meaningful 4-H experience for youth. Come prepared to share your questions and ideas!
Zoom meeting details will be sent by the webinar host a few days before the webinar. This webinar is open to both leaders and members.
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW)
Celebrating farm safety across Canada
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW) is an annual campaign held the third week of March of each year.
Join us as we work to share information and resources to keep farming operations safe, healthy, sustainable and successful. You can be a part of this great campaign and remember, #FarmSafetyEveryday!
In 2025, CASW takes place March 16 to 22.
Dairy Roundtable Webinar
Dairy Roundtable Webinar
March 13th, 2025 7:00PM-8PM
Connect with and learn from leaders around the province about the 4-H Dairy project. This roundtable is an open space for leaders to share ideas, experiences, tips, and activities with each other, while strengthening skills in leading your project and creating a meaningful 4-H experience for youth. Come prepared to share your questions and ideas!
Zoom meeting details will be sent by the webinar host a few days before the webinar. This roundtable session is for 4-H leaders.
International Women's Day - Celebrating Women in Agriculture
Celebrating Women in 4-H BC!
This International Women’s Day, we want to recognize the incredible women and girls in 4-H BC who are making a difference!
Do you know a woman in 4-H BC who is making an impact? We’d love to share their story! Email communications@4hbc.ca to nominate a 4-H member, leader, or alumna who deserves recognition! Please make sure that you nominate someone by March 7th!
Let’s celebrate the strong, inspiring women of 4-H BC who are leading, teaching, and making a difference every day!
Virtual Leader Training (Intro to 4-H)
Introduction to 4-H
In this session, leaders will learn about the history, objectives, structure, programs and projects of the 4-H program in BC. The session will provide an overview of opportunities and resources that can help 4-H leaders support their members in making the most of the 4-H experience.
Location: Zoom, your instructor will contact you with a meeting link and handouts a few days prior to the session. Please keep an eye out for their email.
Instructor: Jen Van Ryk
Date: March 4th, 2025
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Deadline to Register: March 3rd, 2025
Bringing Fun & Engagement into Your Teaching Webinar
Bringing Fun & Engagement into Your Teaching Webinar
February 26th, 2025 7:00PM-8PM
Looking to make your project teaching more engaging and fun? This interactive session features seasoned leaders from across the province, sharing practical, enjoyable strategies to boost member engagement in 4-H projects. Come away inspired with fresh ideas to energize your teaching approach and engage your members.
Zoom meeting details will be sent by the webinar host a few days before the webinar. This webinar is for 4-H leaders.
REGISTER HERE
Beyond Basics of Speak Shows and Demos
Beyond Basics of Speak Shows and Demos
February 25th, 2025 7:00PM-8PM
Join ambassadors Janessa, Kyra, and Nikayla as they present about demos and speak & shows. They'll give you tips and tricks as well as the basics to help you succeed. This session will include the requirements for speak & show and demos, an overview of the score cards, and some presentation suggestions about set up and visual aids.
Zoom meeting details will be sent by the webinar host a few days before the webinar. This webinar is open to both leaders and members
Rocking your Record Book: Strategies for Record Book Success
Rocking your Record Book: Strategies for Record Book Success
February 13th, 2025 7:00PM-8PM
Join Ambassadors David and Sophia to discover how to make record books a fulfilling part of your 4-H experience. They’ll explore the awesome life skills you gain, what evaluators are looking for, and share some cool tips for creating a standout record book.
Whether you're a 4-H pro or just starting out, this session will make your record-keeping experience more enjoyable and rewarding.
Don’t miss this chance to level up your 4-H journey!
Leader Training- In person (4-H Club Management & 4-H Awards Program)
Location: Cranbrook: Kootenay Livestock Association Office
4-H Club Management
This interactive session will provide leaders with ideas and resources to help them plan the 4-H club year. It will also introduce some concepts and resources 4-H leaders can use when teaching meeting skills to youth and will provide some suggestions about managing challenging behaviors in meetings.
4-H Awards Program
This session will cover all things 4-H awards including junior badges, senior skills certificates, junior proficiency exams, and achievement. We will also cover the grade 11/12 credits program, including how to earn 4-H credits and the steps needed to get the credits on to school transcripts. This session is designed to make sure leaders know how to support their members in accessing as many opportunities as possible and getting the most out of 4-H.
Schedule:
9:30 am – 12:00 pm 4-H Club Management
12:00 – 1:00 pm Lunch (provided)
1:00pm – 3:30 pm 4-H Awards Program
Deadline to Register: January 27th
4-H Speeches and Impromptus: Concept to Competition
4-H Speeches and Impromptus: Concept to Competition
February 6th, 2025 7:00PM-8PM
Join 4-H BC Ambassador Jessabelle for this informative webinar, just in time for speech season. We’ll go through the process of creating your prepared speech from finding a topic to presenting at your competition. For impromptu speeches, we’ll look at how to form a cohesive and confident presentation on whatever topic may be thrown at you. This webinar will give you the skills and resources to write and present a competitive speech in your own style.
Beef Project Leader Roundtable
Connect with and learn from leaders around the province about the 4-H Beef project. This roundtable is an open space for leaders to share ideas, experiences, tips, and activities with each other, while strengthening skills in leading your project and creating a meaningful 4-H experience for youth. Come prepared to share your questions and ideas!
Zoom meeting details will be sent by the webinar host a few days before the webinar. This webinar is open to leaders.
2025 Provincial Programs Information Session
2025 Provincial Programs Information Session
January 30th, 2025 7:00PM-8PM
Join us for an exciting overview of the 2025 provincial programs! Learn about opportunities to enhance your 4-H experience. Don’t miss this chance to connect and plan your year ahead.
Zoom meeting details will be sent by the webinar host a few days before the webinar. This webinar is open to both leaders and members.
4-H External Grade 11/12 Credits Webinar
4-H External Grade 11/12 Credits Webinar
January 28th, 2025 7:00PM-8PM
Did you know that your work in 4-H can count toward your Grade 11 and 12 high school credits? In this informative session, we’ll walk you through the steps to turn your 4-H experience into valuable high school credits. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to maximize the benefits of your 4-H achievements!
Zoom meeting details will be sent by the webinar host a few days before the webinar. This webinar is open to both leaders and members.
An Excellent Executive Webinar
An Excellent Executive Webinar
January 23rd, 2025 7:00PM-8PM
Join 4-H BC Ambassador Chelsey in this webinar to go over the positions of a club executive and the roles and responsibilities of each team member. This webinar will briefly cover Robert's Rules of order and the key tips on how to run a successful club meeting. Members will gain confidence in their public speaking ability and learn leadership skills through interactive practice.
Zoom meeting details will be sent by the webinar host a few days before the webinar. This webinar is open to both leaders and members.
Virtual Leader Training (Introduction to 4-H)
Introduction to 4-H (3 hrs)
In this session, leaders will learn about the history, objectives, structure, programs and projects of the 4-H program in BC. The session will provide an overview of opportunities and resources that can help 4-H leaders support their members in making the most of the 4-H experience.
Do More Ag: Talk, Ask, Listen Workshop
Do More Ag: Talk, Ask, Listen Workshop
January 18th (Saturday) 9:00am - 1:00 pm
A half day interactive workshop/webinar solely dedicated to those who are involved in agriculture. https://www.domore.ag/programs-workshops
The workshop will cover:
The signs and symptoms of mental illness
What support looks like
How to prepare and have conversations
How to support others and yourself and access resources
Self care and prevention strategies for mental wellness
