The Ontario 4-H Council elects Laurie Farquharson of Middlesex 4-H Association as the new President of the Ontario 4-H Council. Farquharson assumed the role of President on March 26th, 2022, at the Ontario 4-H Council inaugural meeting.
Farquharson has been a 4-H volunteer in the Middlesex 4-H Association for over 20 years. Throughout this time, she has served as Club Leader to Association Executive, to then Co-Chair of multiple provincial committees and Director on the Ontario 4-H Council. She was also a 4-H member in the North Simcoe 4-H Association.
“I am honoured to be president of such a great organization such as 4-H Ontario. The skills our youth learn through 4-H create resilient, innovative members of our community,” says Farquharson.
Aside from dedicating her time to 4-H, Farquharson has participated in many other community initiatives such as the parent council and fundraisers, historical celebration committees and local sports teams.
As a guidance counselor, she indicated that one of the most important skills to have is the ability to listen and that all conversations lead to the best possible decisions, especially around a provincial board.
“I look forward to reaching out to more youth to develop these skills to work in their communities, as well as all clubs getting back to in person opportunities” Farquharson adds.
As part of the Ontario 4-H Council Board of Directors, Farquharson will assist in developing the vision and governance policies for 4-H Ontario and provide direction and vision for the 4-H Ontario program.
“We have amazing volunteers and associations that keep this organization moving forward and I can’t wait to work with everyone in the next year.”