Alberta Canola's Walter Paszkowski Farm Leadership Award provides one canola grower in Alberta per year with $5000 to support their participation in the National Farm Leadership Program.
Eligible producers may apply for the award beginning in October each year, for January enrollment.
The National Farm Leadership Program
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Eventually a challenge comes along that seems to defy resolution. It might be emerging or a long-standing problem, but it’s not going away. In the complex business of farming where efficiency and effectiveness are key to success, interpersonal skills, relationships and work habits matter. Few of us consider our own leadership as a competitive advantage, however research shows that leader effectiveness can account for as much as 1/3 of business performance.
Farm Management Canada is pleased to be working with LeaderShift to empower Canada’s farmers through a leadership development program designed for hectic farm life and the desire to learn and perform in real time. Led by certified Executive Coach and fourth generation farmer, Kelly Dobson who combines adult learning research, with neuroscience and IT, enabling leader development at any age.
Alberta Canola is proud to work with our strategic partner Farm Management Canada and LeaderShift to provide leadership training opportunities for farmers.
Walter Paszkowski
In recognition of Water Paszkowski’s lifelong contributions, leadership, and achievements, which have left an enduring impact on the canola industry and the communities he has tirelessly served, Alberta Canola proudly unveiled the Walter Paszkowski Farm Leadership Award in January 2024.
Mr. Paszkowski's leadership journey has played a pivotal role in the development of the canola industry in Alberta, and in the formation of the Alberta Canola Producers Commission.
Mr. Paszkowski was inducted into the Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame in 2020. Read his bio and watch his induction video.
