Opportunities
4-H has a variety of opportunities available to both members & leaders. Don’t miss out on these great learning experiences!
Japan York-Benimaru Foundation and 4-H Manitoba Homestay Program
In July 2019, ten 4-H Manitoba members and two chaperones travelled to Japan for two weeks. This travel opportunity is open only to 4-H families who have hosted a Japanese student through our program. If you would like a chance to travel in the future, consider hosting a Japanese student during our summer program from August 2-16, 2024. Please contact lmcrae-walker@4h.mb.ca for more information about the program or complete the Homestay Application Form
Careers on the Grow
Careers on the Grow is a career exploration program where you can explore career paths, apply your skills and gain hands-on work experience. Being part of your 4-H club prepares you for your future career by learning decision-making, communication, and leadership skills – which are in demand in today’s workplace.
Through Careers on the Grow, you can put these skills to work and grow them further through internship placements, networking, mentorship opportunities and career exploration resources.
Learn more at http://4-h-canada.ca/careers-grow.
Club to Club Exchange
Due to Covid-19, Club to Club Exchange has been put on hold. Please watch for updates as they become available.
This program provides groups of 10 delegates (ages 12-17) and their chaperones an opportunity to learn first-hand about a different part of Canada, while gaining lasting experiences and friendships. During July and August, groups stay with host families and experience a unique immersion of culture, language and history. Learn more at https://4-h-canada.ca/clubtoclub
The 4-H Canada Science Fair!
What interests you? Is there something you would love to test or invent? Do you have a question you could examine that is related to your passion? Whatever it is – the sky is the limit for your Science Fair project.
Go to 4-H Canada Science Fair to learn more. Registration for the 2024 4-H Canada Science Fair opens Sept. 1, 2023, and closes Jan. 14, 2024 and is open to 4-Hers in grades 7 to 12 or enrolled in CÉGEP.
4-H Events & Travel Chaperones
Being a chaperone for a 4-H event or trip can be a rewarding opportunity and a unique way to learn more about 4-H programming. The 4-H Manitoba Event Committees are often looking to recruit new committee members.
4-H Manitoba currently hosts the following member events:
- 4-H Manitoba Provincial Communications
- 4-H Manitoba Agri Career Quest
- 4-H Manitoba Senior Members’ Event
- 4-H Manitoba Intermediate Members’ Overnight Camp
To learn more about the upcoming events please visit the Event Information page.
To learn more about 4-H Travel Opportunities please visit the Travel page.
If you are a 4-H leader and you are interested in being on a committee or chaperoning an event please contact the Manitoba 4-H Council Program Coordinator, Linda McRae-Walker, by email lmcrae-walker@4h.mb.ca or by phone 204-726-1914.