Semi-finalists discussing different topics during roundtable discussions. (Facebook/Canadian Cattle Young Leaders)

By Jaryn Vecchio

Unique Opportunity

Finalists chosen for Canadian Cattle Young Leaders mentorship program

Sep 1, 2023 | 1:10 PM

Roughly 16 people from across Canada are getting the chance to take part in a unique opportunity to advance their skills in the beef industry.

The Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) Program, a national youth initiative of the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA), has announced its finalists for the 2023/24 year.

They were chosen after taking part in roundtables where they were asked to share their thoughts on environmental sustainability, innovation and technology, succession planning, leadership, and more.

Each will now get to take part in a nine-month mentorship program with a hand-picked industry leader. They’ll also receive $2,000 to help with travel.

“We had a very impressive slate of applicants for this year’s program, which makes me optimistic for what the future holds for our industry,” said Nathan Phinney, CCA President.

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Alberta is the most represented as seven of the 16 finalists are from the province. Three are from British Columbia, two are from Manitoba and Quebec, and one is from Ontario.

The lone Saskatchewan finalist is Brooke Martin from Piapot.

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Jaryn.Vecchio@pattisonmedia.com

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