REMINDER: CAFA - Farm Tax & Legal Update - Thursday, October 17, 2019 - Waterloo, ON

The Canadian Association of Farm Advisors will hold its Annual Farm Tax & Legal Update for 2019 at St. George's Banquet Hall in Waterloo, Ontario on Thursday, October 17, 2019.  For the agenda and registration information, visit:
2019 Farm Tax & Legal Update.

This year, I will be making a presentation on "Sowing the Seeds of Litigation - What's Trending in Farm Property Disputes".

Canadian Association of Farm Advisors (CAFA) - 2019 Cultivating Business guide released

The Canadian Association of Farm Advisors (CAFA) has released its 2018-2019 Cultivating Business guide.  In addition to articles on topics of interest to farmers and farm advisors, the guide contains listings of CAFA-certified farm advisors from across Canada.

Read CAFA's latest Cultivating Business magazine

The Canadian Association of Farm Advisors ("CAFA") has published its 2017 Cultivating Business magazine.  In addition to articles of interest to farmers and farm businesses, the magazine includes a directory of farm advisors from across Canada.  

Click HERE to read the full magazine.

Farm Tax Update for Professionals - October 22, 2015, Guelph, ON

Please join CAFA for an exclusive one-day seminar:

Farm Tax Update for Professionals

Thursday, October 22, 2015 

Hanlon Convention Centre, Guelph.

Learn from industry leading farm professionals on the latest developments in farm tax and farm law.

Space is limited so be sure to send in your registration as soon as possible.

Get more information Register Now! I can't make it If you have any questions about the event or wish to learn more about CAFA, please contact Liz Robertson, CAFA's Executive Director. 1-877-474-2871 info@cafanet.com @CAFANET www.cafanet.com

REMINDER: CAFA - Current & Connected Conference - June 4, 2015 - Woodstock, ON

The Canadian Association of Farm Advisors will be holding its annual Current & Connected Conference at the Quality Inn in Woodstock, ON on June 4, 2015.  Featured speakers include:



Brent Van Parys & Hali VanVliet, BDO SuccessCare Program:  Building & Transitioning Three types of Capital

Karl Volkmar, Southern Crop Protection and Food Research:  The Direction of Federal Research in the Science and Technology Branch

John Mill, Succession Tax Council:  Capital Gains Deductions and Rollovers for Farmers

Gary VanBolderen, Dutch Builders, VP Council of Ontario Construction & Chair, Canadian Farm Builders

Naomi Loewith, Lenczner Slaght:  Strategic Advice for Avoiding & Managing Legal Disputes


Click here for the agenda

Click here to register

Find Farm Advisors: 2014 Canadian Association of Farm Advisors Directory now available

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2012-2013 Farm Advisors Guide Now Available

Cultivating Business, the official publication of the Canadian Association of Farm Advisors (CAFA) is now available at: Cultivating Business 2013.  The publication includes a detailed listing of farm advisors across Canada.

AMI Conference: Global Perspectives for Growing Farm Profits

AMI Conference: Global Perspectives for Growing Farm Profits

Take A New Approach: Global Perspectives for Growing Farm Profits

Join AMI this February 15th & 16th at the Agricultural Management Institute conference to discuss Ontario's business plan for being involved in rising international business opportunities in agriculture.

When: February 15th & 16th, 2012
Location: Guelph Delta Hotel, 50 Stone Road, Guelph ON

For the Agenda and Event Registration click here.
For Speaker Biographies click here.

Wild Oats Grainworld 2012 - Winnipeg, MB - Feb. 26-28

Liz Robertson at CAFA passed this on to me.  Read the Program Brochure at: Preliminary Program.

CAFA Conference in Ottawa - February 2, 2012

Click here for registration form: REGISTRATION FORM.

CAFA's latest farm advisor directory now available!



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FCC Forums accepting registrations - Sign up now

Don’t miss one of the biggest agricultural events of the year.

At FCC Forums, speakers share their stories of success and overcoming challenges. These events are an opportunity to learn, inspire big ideas and network with business owners and operators just like you.

Sign up now for this year's Forum.

Jamie Clarke – Extreme Adventurer, Author and Inspirational Speaker

Jamie Clarke is an entrepreneur in the business of adventure. On May 23, 1997, after two previous attempts, Jamie became the ninth Canadian to summit Mount Everest. He did it again in 2010 as leader of Expedition Hanesbrands. Jamie has followed his passion for adventure from Mount Everest to climbing the Seven Summits and across the desolate sands of Arabia. He relates the importance of overcoming the fear of rejection as a major factor in reaching one’s goals and demonstrates how the life lessons he learned during his Mount Everest expeditions apply to everyday challenges.  Join Jamie at this year’s FCC Forum where he will inspire you to be an adventurer on your own journey.




Michael “Pinball” Clemons – Vice-Chairman of Toronto Argonauts Football Club, Former CFL Head Coach and Player

The name “Pinball” Clemons brings to mind a remarkable football player, outstanding sportsman and prominent community member. As a former all-star running back, Grey Cup-winning coach, President and CEO, and now Vice-Chairman for the Toronto Argonauts, Pinball is a man of unquestionable character and spirit. Not only is he renowned for his achievements on the football field, Pinball’s aptitude for captivating and empowering an audience is undeniable. His presentation, Winning Against the Odds, exemplifies the capabilities of teamwork and can inspire you to tackle any challenge facing your operation.


Dr. John G. Fast - President, Family Enterprise Solutions

Dr. Fast is an acclaimed author and sought-after inspirational speaker on topics related to family business, retirement, work-life balance, leadership and workplace integrity. He’s currently the founding partner and president of Family Enterprise Solutions, a management consulting and training organization through which he has emerged as one of Canada’s leading experts on family business. Dr. Fast’s presentation, Planning for Success, will help you create a blueprint for the long-term success of your operation.

Check out interviews with last year’s speakers

Registration is free - Sign up now

FCC Forums 2011-12

Location	Date
Kingston, Ontario	Tuesday, November 22
Vaughan, Ontario	Thursday, November 24
Regina, Saskatchewan	Wednesday, November 30
London, Ontario	Tuesday, December 6
Red Deer, Alberta	Thursday, December 8
Winnipeg, Manitoba	Tuesday, March 6
Moncton, New Brunswick	Friday, March 9
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan	Tuesday, March 13
Lévis, Quebec*	Friday, March 16
Lethbridge, Alberta	Tuesday, March 20

*Presented in French

Agricultural Outlook Seminar for Agri-Business - London, ON



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2011 Ontario Farm Tax & Business Seminars announced

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CAFA releases 2nd Annual Directory of Farm Advisors

The Canadian Association of Farm Advisors has published its 2nd annual edition of the Cultivating Business magazine, which includes a directory of CAFA farm advisors across Canada.  Click on the cover to access the full document.

Canadian Association of Farm Advisors - www.cafanet.com

OMAFRA Farm Tax and Business Seminar 2010 - Less than a month away!

The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) presents the annual Farm Tax and Business Seminar for Professional Advisors. The seminar is offered in 11 locations across the province during the months of October and November. The seminar is offered as a Webinar for those interested in attending the seminar via the web. The seminar is an excellent opportunity for accountants, lawyers, lenders and other financial professionals to update their knowledge of tax, business and legal matters related to agriculture and farm business activities. The topics vary from year to year.

This year, I will be presenting my paper on green energy contracts at the seminars: "Green Energy on the Farm: Do's and Dont's of Energy Project Contracts".  Click here for more information: Seminar Information. Click here for the registration form: Registration Form.






 
 

Canadian Association of Farm Advisors - www.cafanet.com

CAFA is the nationally recognized organization for professional farm advisors. CAFA advisors maintain high standards while continually increasing farm advisory skills and knowledge intended to provide measurable value to their farm clients.

Visit CAFA's website to locate farm advisors including accountants, financial planners and lawyers at: http://www.cafanet.com/Home.aspx

Watch the CAFA video on YouTube:

New website for Canadian Association of Farm Advisors

The Canadian Association of Farm Advisors (CAFA) is revamping its website. If you follow the old address http://www.cafanet.com/, you'll be linked into the new version.

I joined this Association late last year after I noted that a number of other local farm advisors were members. If you require the assistance of an advisor in areas of law, accounting, financial planning, etc., CAFA is a good place to start when looking for someone with an understanding of agriculture. There is a directory available on the website with information on advisors all across Canada.

I think CAFA is a particularly strong source for information on farm succession planning.