16 An update on Grain Farmers of Ontario news and events The 2022 March Classic is celebrating the future, by sowing the seeds of opportunity, innovation, and tomorrow. Farming is about tomorrow — feeding the people of tomorrow and ensuring our farms are sustainable for future geneations. From new opportunities to new innovations that keep our food system secure, we sow the seeds that prepare the world, and our farms, for the future. Join us again for our annual conference held in London, Ontario at RBC Place as we hear from speakers about the latest in market trends, international relations, and leadership lessons and experiences. This year, Grain Farmers of Ontario plans to host an in-person event with live streaming of speakers for farmer-members and others who wish to attend online. Although the event is being planned as an in-person event, Grain Farmers of Ontario will adhere to public health guidelines and mandates on attendance limits and safety protocols. COVID-19 Reminder: Grain Farmers of Ontario places the health and safety of all participants and staff as a priority. The current COVID-19 environment means that Grain Farmers of Ontario will have to be very flexible and may need to adhere to changing requirements with little notice. We will be constantly monitoring requirements and restrictions for changes and act accordingly. Those attending in-person must be fully vaccinated and will be required to show proof of full vaccination before entering the event premise. Safe physical distancing and masks indoors may be required for those who attend. Please visit our website for up-to-date information. Conference details: Pre-register today for a guaranteed attendee bag, name tag, and to pre-order meal tickets! Register online at www.gfo.ca/MarchClassic or contact Grain Farmers of Ontario at 1 800 265 0550 X308. Pick up your name tag early on Monday, March 21 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. in the Grand BallroomWest, at the DoubleTree by the Hilton at our March Classic Welcome Reception sponsored by SGS Canada Inc. Join us for an evening of hors d'oeuvres, drinks, and networking opportunities with exhibitors, sponsors, and farmers across Ontario. Avoid parking fees! Park for free at our March Classic parking lot at the Western Fairgrounds in Downtown London and take our free bus shuttle to and fromthe conference centre. Exact location and bus shuttle times can be found at www.gfo.ca/MarchClassic. Sponsored by The Commonwealth Mutual Insurance Group Ltd. Book your conference hotel room at the DoubleTree by Hilton before March 14. Call 519 439 1661 and use code “GFO” or visit our website to book online. 7 a.m. Complimentary breakfast for March Classic attendees, sponsored by John Deere Canada 8 a.m. Registration and Exhibit Hall opens 9 a.m. Opening Remarks Grain Farmers of Ontario 9:30 a.m. U.S. Farm Report hosted by Tyne Morgan Watch the first Canadian live taping of the U.S. FarmReport, with host Tyne Morgan, as they explore the latest in marketing trends 10:30 a.m. Break, sponsored by Syngenta 11 a.m. Sonny Perdue, Former 31st U.S. Secretary of Agriculture 2017 - 2021 Explore Canada and international relations with U.S Former Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue. Noon Lunch*($20, tickets required) sponsored by Syngenta 1 p.m. Coach Orlondo Steinauer, President of Football Operations and Head Coach of Hamilton Tiger-Cats Coach Orlondo presents Leadership, Coaching & Culture: Lessons learned from 20 years in professional football 2:30 p.m. Break, sponsored by Syngenta 3 p.m. The Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould Delve intowhat it takes to be a leader in the federal government as Jody shares her experiences as an Indigenous woman in Canada's parliament. 4 p.m. Reception in Exhibit Hall sponsored by Bayer CropScience 6 p.m. Banquet*($50, tickets required) Featuring Canadian comedian, and “the Internet’s favourite Dad” Brittlestar sponsored by SeCan 9 p.m. End of Conference * Lunch and banquet tickets can be purchased on-site at registration. Cash, cheque, or credit card accepted. Conference Details Agenda 2022 March Classic March 22, 2022 Grain Farmers of Ontario Sowing the Seeds OPPORTUNITY • INNOVATION • TOMORROW
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