It was an exciting weekend for Marshall MacCannell, the 50th fair ambassador of the Stratford and District Agricultural Society, as he represented Stratford at the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS) convention in Toronto.
MacCannell, who made history as the first male ambassador for the Stratford society, attended the annual event from Feb. 20 to 23, participating in workshops and networking opportunities designed to help ambassadors promote local agricultural societies and their programs.
“The convention is always an eye-opener for ambassadors,” said Susan McGonigle, executive director of the Stratford agricultural society, who attended the conference alongside other directors. “It helps them understand their role in promoting local agriculture and food throughout the year.”
The OAAS convention provides education and leadership training for fair ambassadors, equipping them with the skills to engage with their communities and advocate for agricultural awareness.
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