The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA), which promotes safety and well-being in Canada’s agricultural sector, unveiled a fresh new look and announced the results of board elections during its recent annual general meeting.
Two newly elected board members will play crucial roles in advancing the organization’s mission: CASA is pleased to welcome Shelley Kirychuk of the Canadian Centre for Rural and Agricultural Health and Trevor Whalley of AgSafe BC to its board.
CASA is also pleased to announce a new executive team. Peter Sykanda, a policy analyst with the Ontario Federation of Agriculture, is the newly appointed chair. Jonathan Giret of Elite Agri Solutions takes on the role of vice-chair, Shelley Kirychuk becomes secretary and Bruce James of AGI becomes treasurer.
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Dean Anderson and Wendy Bennett (AgSafe BC) will continue to contribute their expertise and experience as members of CASA’s board.
CASA also wishes to extend its gratitude to departing board members Dan Trottier and Carolyn Van Den Heuvel for their dedication and significant contributions.
A highlight of the AGM was the official reveal of CASA’s new brand identity, including a new tagline: “Sharing Knowledge. Protecting People.” This fresh branding represents CASA’s commitment to its vision of fostering safe and sustainable agriculture where healthy Canadian farm communities thrive. GN
