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2010 CFWF Awards

It’s that time again! Your chance to submit your best work for the Canadian Farm Writer’s Federation (CFWF) awards!

Whether it be a news release on new farming regulations, a website dedicated to agricultural information, or a radio broadcast about new farming techniques, there is an opportunity for everyone to submit a piece in the 14 comprehensive awards categories. These categories include agricultural media in the form of television reports, press columns and more.

The awards banquet is held in conjunction with the CFWF annual conference from September 30 to October 2, 2010 being held in Moose Jaw, SK.

The deadline for submissions is June 28, 2010. For further details, regulations and FAQ’s, go to:

Awards FAQ
CFWF entry package

CFWF Annual Conference 2010


Register now for the 2010 Conference in Moose Jaw, SK. Go to www.saskfarmwriters.ca for conference tours, dates and information.

Date: September 30 - October 2

Location: Temple Gardens Mineral Spa Resort, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

CFWF Annual Conference 2010

Plans are underway for the 2010 CFWF annual conference, registration information will be available shortly, but make sure to mark your calendars now!

Date: September 30 - October 2

Location: Temple Gardens Mineral Spa Resort, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

CFWF International Bursary - Picture yourself in Belgium in 2010!

YOU could represent Canadian farm writers at the 2010 International Federation of Agriculture Journalists congress in Belgium, April 17-21, 2010. All members-in-good-standing of the CFWF are eligible to apply to win our international bursary. The bursary reimburses up to $2,500 in costs and is funded through the generosity of Monsanto Canada Inc. Applications will be accepted until November 13, 2009. Click here to find out more.

2009 CFWF Award Winners

The best and brightest agricultural journalists, broadcasters, communicators and photographers were honoured at the 2009 Canadian FarmWriters’ Federation (CFWF) Awards Banquet, held on September 12, 2009 in conjunction with the CFWF’s annual conference. For more details click here.

2009 CFWF Awards

It’s that time again! Your chance to submit your best work for the Canadian Farm Writer’s Federation (CFWF) awards!

Whether it be a story about new farming techniques, a photograph of an old agricultural district, or a radio broadcast about immigration workers on the farm, there is an opportunity for everyone to submit a piece in the 14 comprehensive awards categories. These categories include agricultural media in the form of websites, television reports, press columns and more.

The awards banquet is held in conjunction with the CFWF annual conference from September 10-12, 2009 being held in Edmonton, AB.

The deadline for submissions is June 8, 2009. For further details, regulations and FAQ’s, go to:

Awards FAQ

CFWF entry package

CFWF Annual Conference 2009


Mark September 10 to 12, 2009 on your calendars for the 2009 Canadian Farm Writers' Federation Annual Conference. The 2009 event is titled "Shaping the Future Marketplace: The Opportunity Hunters."


Dear CFWF members,

Due to a recent fire at the Delta Edmonton South, the CFWF 2009 conference is being moved to the Radisson Edmonton South, located a stone's throw away from the Delta. The address for the Radisson Edmonton South is 4440 Gateway Boulevard, Edmonton, Alberta.

For CFWF 2009 registrants with room reservations at the Delta, that hotel will automatically transfer your individual guest room booking to the Radisson Edmonton South.

If you still need to book a room, contact the Radisson toll-free at 1-800-395-7046. Their local number is (780) 437-6010. However, please note that the deadline for conference rates has passed.

As for the conference, all systems are still a go! All three tours will proceed as scheduled, as will the welcome reception and Saturday program. More information will be available at the conference. Or, if you have any questions, please contact conference co-chair Janet Kanters at 403-901-4559 or janetkanters@gmail.com.

For more information visit: www.afwa.ca

Atlantic journalist, Allison Finnamore, wins international bursary

A past-president of the CFWF will represent Canadian farm writers at the 2009 International Federation of Agriculture Journalists congress in Texas this summer. Self-employed communications consultant and writer Allison Finnamore is the winner of the CFWF International Bursary. The bursary, sponsored by Monsanto, reimburses up to $2,500 of the winner’s costs to attend the congress.

Click here for the full press release.

CFWF International Bursary - Looking for the 2009 winner!

YOU could represent Canadian farm writers at the 2009 International Federation of Agriculture Journalists congress in Texas from July 31 to August 4, 2009. All you need to do is be a member-in-good-standing of the CFWF and win our international bursary. The bursary reimburses up to $2,500 in costs and is funded through the generosity of Monsanto Canada Inc. Applications will be accepted until Jan. 15, 2009. Click here to find out more

2008 CFWF Awards results

Canada's best agricultural journalists, broadcasters, communicators and photographers were honored October 4, 2008 at the annual Canadian Farm Writers' Federation (CFWF) awards banquet. For more details click here.

IFAJ-Alltech Young Leaders in Agriculture Journalism Award

CFWF member SARAH SUTTON (Alberta) is awarded the IFAJ-Alltech Young Leaders in Agricultural Journalism Award.

This award recognizes the leadership potential of young members from countries belonging to IFAJ, and supports their participation at an IFAJ congress.

Sarah, a reporter with Alberta Farmer Express, will be going to IFAJ 2008 in Austria/Slovenia, Sept 10-14.

CFWF International Bursary

Kelly Daynard will represent Canadian farm writers at the 2008 International Federation of Agriculture Journalists congress in Austria and Slovenia thanks to her membership in the CFWF. The International bursary is funded through the generosity of Monsanto Canada Inc (find out more!)