Travel Opportunities
4-H MANITOBA LEADER DEVELOPMENT TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES FOR 2024/25
Chaperone for 4-H Canada Citizenship Congress, Ottawa – May 10-15, 2025
One 4-H Manitoba leader will be selected to chaperone seven 4-H Manitoba members to this conference. The chaperone must be at least 25 years of age and will be responsible for the health, safety and emotional well-being of the delegates, aged 16 to 21 years.
- Costs: No costs to the chaperone other than personal spending money. The chaperone will participate as a staff member at the conference.
- The chaperone will participate as a staff member at the conference.
Please Read:
So You Want to be a Chaperone – Guidebook for Interested National Event Chaperones
Eligibility for all the above opportunities:
- Leaders must be enrolled for the 2024-25 year with an active 4-H Manitoba club
Application process:
- Fill out the Application Form
- Submit the completed application form to Linda McRae-Walker at 658 Unit A 10th St. Brandon, MB R7A 4G5, Email: lmcrae-walker@4h.mb.ca Fax: 204-728-9040. Applications must be postmarked, fax-dated or email-dated on or before Friday, January 10, 2025
4-H Canada National Leadership Summit – Virtual – April 11-13, 2025
More information coming soon.
Chaperone for 4-H Members Forum, Oakville ON – November 2-7, 2024
One 4-H Manitoba YPP screened leader will be selected to chaperone seven 4-H Manitoba members to this conference. The chaperone must be at least 25 years of age and will be responsible for the health, safety and emotional well-being of the delegates, aged 16 to 21 years.
- Costs: No costs to the chaperone other than personal spending money.
- The chaperone will participate as a staff member at the conference.
Eligibility for the above opportunities:
- Leaders must be enrolled for the 2024-25 year with an active 4-H Manitoba Club
- Must be YPP screened
Application process:
- Fill out the 2024 Members Forum Chaperone Application
- Submit the completed application form to Linda McRae-Walker at 658 Unit A 10th St. Brandon, MB R7A 4G5, Email: lmcrae-walker@4h.mb.ca Fax: 204-728-9040. Applications must be postmarked, fax-dated or email-dated on or before Monday, August 12, 2024
2023 NATIONAL LEADER TRAVEL AWARDS
Please read the 2023 Travel Awards Announcement for the list of this season’s winners.
4-H MANITOBA MEMBERS 2024/25 NATIONAL TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES:
4-H Canada Citizenship Congress
May 10-15, 2025 – Ottawa
Seven Manitobans (aged 16-21) will participate as part of 70 Canadian delegates at this conference.
Registration fee: $317.50 (actual cost $635 – 50% subsidy from M4HC)
Developed in 1972 to unite 4-H members from across the country, this national annual gathering is an opportunity for youth to strengthen their citizenship skills, connections, and identity. Through hands-on learning experiences, delegates engage with each other, parliamentarians, Knowledge Keepers, and business leaders all set against the backdrop of the nation’s capital.
In alignment with the mission of all 4-H Canada youth programs, the central aim of the Citizenship Congress is to enable delegates to put into practice the skills and knowledge they acquire, transforming them into responsible, caring, contributing members, and citizens within their local communities.
Program Refresh
This year the annual debate will not be the primary focus of the conference. While it won’t be eliminated entirely, it will take the form of a mock debate or session rather than serving as the main culminating activity. This change aims to create a more inclusive and welcoming environment, encouraging broader participation and engaging potential members who may have felt uncertain about attending Citizenship Congress in the past.
• Instead, members will be expanding their perspective on “citizenship” to include its diverse aspects, such as community responsibility, civic engagement, and democracy.
• There will be opportunities and sessions where delegates will be challenged to develop actions they can take after the event to continue to have their voices heard on issues important to them and put them into practice.
Eligibility criteria:
- Members may apply, and be selected, to travel more than once in the same year (or in their 4‑H career), however, priority will be given to members who have not travelled.
- At least 16 years of age and no older than 21 at the start of the trip.
- Achieve in the 4-H year of travel application.
- Completed at least two years in the 4-H program (i.e. be in 3rd year as a member).
- 4-H club fees paid to Manitoba 4-H Council.
- YPP completed if 18 years of age as of December 31, 2023
Eligible & Interested:
- Submit completed application form with photo by January 10, 2025
- Complete Application Form
- Prepare for an interview (date to be confirmed) via Zoom at the discretion of the Selection Committee.
- If selected, Registration Fees must be paid on request.
Registration Fee Includes:
- Access to Citizenship Congress programming, including all workshops, keynotes, sessions, and activities/outings.
- Round-trip flight or other transportation to and from Citizenship Congress
- Meals (breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and breaks – beginning with dinner on Saturday, May 10th).
- Double occupancy accommodations.
MEMBERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A REPORT TO M4HC INC. AND/OR MAKE A PRESENTATION AT AN AREA EVENT ON THEIR RETURN
Aspiring Intermediate Members(AIM) Program
August 4-9, 2024 – Alberta 4-H Learning Centre
Two Manitobans (aged 13-15) will participate
Registration fee: $250 (actual cost $500.00 – 50% subsidy from M4HC)
This 5-day summer camp program lets you choose your path to discovery alongside 4-H members from Alberta. Delegates, accompanied by a Manitoba chaperone will be met at Edmonton Airport, and transported to the program. Working with all the Leadership Development Pillars, AIM features brand-new, hands-on activities and time to connect with your peers. Get creative, adventurous and in touch with the well-being of yourself and others.
Eligibility criteria: (Manitoba)
- At least 13 years of age and no older than 15 years of age at the start of the trip.
- Achieve in the 4-H year of travel application.
- Completed at least two years in the 4-H program (i.e. be in 3rd year as a member).
- 4-H club fees paid to Manitoba 4-HCouncil
- Members may apply, and be selected, to travel more than once in the same year (or in their 4-h career), however, priority will be given to members who have not travelled.
Eligible & Interested:
- Submit the completed Application Form with a photo by Friday, January 19, 2024.
- Prepare for an interview by Zoom or in person during the week of January 29th.
- If selected, the Registration Fee of $250.00 is payable to the Manitoba 4-H Council Inc. by February 29, 2024
MEMBERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A REPORT TO M4HC INC. OR MAKE A PRESENTATION AT AN AREA EVENT ON THEIR RETURN
International Travel Opportunity – Ireland 2024
May 17-23, 2024 – Dublin Ireland
One member (aged 16-21) will travel to Ireland along with 19 other members. One member will be chosen from each Province and the remaining will be chosen by a selection committee.
Registration: $1750.00 + flight cost
This 4-H International travel opportunity is a fantastic way for 4-Hers to learn about agriculture in a new country while creating lifelong friendships and incredible memories. Visit Irish farms, travel around Dublin, participate in fun activities, learn about Irish history and immerse yourself in Irish agriculture!
Eligibility criteria:
- Must have been enrolled in a 4-H Manitoba Club during the past 4-H year (2022-2023) and are also registering as a 4-H member for the 2023-2024 year.
- Members must be in good standing for the 2023/2024 4-H year.
- Must be 16 -21 years of age as of July 1, 2023.
- NOTE: Members who have previously travelled on 4-H awarded trips ARE eligible for this travel and eligibility for future National and International 4-H travel will not be affected.
Registration Fee Includes:
- Ground transportation for the week once delegates arrive at the airport in Dublin.
- Three meals a day.
- Shared Hotel accommodations.
Eligible & Interested:
- Submit the completed application form by October 1, 2023
- 2024 Ireland Trip Application
- If selected, Registration Fees must be paid on request.
4-H Members Forum
November 2-7, 2024 – Oakville ON
Seven Manitobans (aged 16-21) will participate as part of 70 Canadian delegates at this conference.
Registration fee: $317.50 (actual cost $635 – 50% subsidy from M4HC)
The 92nd annual 4-H Canada Members Forum, which falls under 4-H Canada’s Environment & Healthy Living leadership development pillar, will take place in Oakville, Ontario from November 2-7, 2024. This annual gathering of 4-H members from across Canada is an opportunity for youth to build their 4-H network and engage with fellow 4-Hers. Members will build skills in career and life readiness as well as healthy living, network with career professionals, engage in hands-on learning opportunities, and share their thoughts and insights on issues important to Canadian youth and 4-H members.
Eligibility criteria:
- Members may apply, and be selected, to travel more than once in the same year (or in their 4‑H career), however, priority will be given to members who have not travelled.
- At least 16 years of age and no older than 21 at the start of the trip.
- Achieve in the 4-H year of travel application.
- Completed at least two years in the 4-H program (i.e. be in 3rd year as a member).
- 4-H club fees paid to Manitoba 4-H Council.
- YPP completed if 18 years of age as of December 31, 2023
Eligible & Interested:
- Submit the completed application form with a photo by August 12, 2024
- 2024 Members Forum Travel Application
- Prepare for an interview (date to be confirmed) via Zoom at the discretion of the Selection Committee.
- If selected, Registration Fees must be paid on request.
Registration Fee Includes:
- Access to Members Forum programming, including all workshops, Mentorship Circles, keynote speakers, sessions, and activities.
- Round-trip flight or other transportation to and from Members Forum.
- All Ground transportation during the event including airport transfers.
- Meals (breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and some snacks – beginning with dinner on Sunday, November 2).
- Hotel accommodation – double occupancy
- Attendance at The Royal Winter Fair
MEMBERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A REPORT TO M4HC INC. OR MAKE A PRESENTATION AT AN AREA EVENT ON THEIR RETURN
2022-23 NATIONAL MEMBER TRAVEL AWARDS
Please read 2022_23 Travel Awards for the list of this season’s winners.