Rocky Mountain Equipment Agricultural Grant Program helps rural communities

Since launching the RME Right by You Ag Society Grant last year, Rocky Mountain Equipment has helped local agricultural societies complete projects to enhance the centres they operate in. These volunteer-driven, not-for-profit organizations strengthen their community by developing educational programs, events, services and facilities.

RME is pleased to announce that each of the following agricultural societies will receive $10,000 toward an approved community initiative:

The Blackie Ag Society in Southern Alberta is using the grant to purchase a new boiler system to improve heating for their arena. “We serve many communities in the foothills, and the facility was in desperate need of an upgrade,” says Dustin Butler, Director of the Blackie Ag Society. “We take a lot of pride in our arena, and RME is making it a lot easier for our Ag Society to keep things running.”

For some time, the Two Hills Agricultural Society in Northern Alberta has wanted to refinish the exterior of the local recreation centre. Judy Robinson, Operations Manager of the Ag Society, explains that the building is the hub of Two Hills: “Our rec centre hosts many celebrations and events throughout the year, including our special 50^th anniversary as an Ag Society this past August.” With RME’s support, Green Hills Building Supplies will update the exterior of the building, which hosts a county fair, hockey games, curling and trade shows.

Safety is top of mind for the Invermay Ag Society in Saskatchewan. “After our 110th annual fair this year, we realized the bleachers needed a major upgrade to keep everyone safe,” says Kalista Jack, President of the Invermay Ag Society. With this boost in funds, Invermay will be able to make the annual fair more comfortable and safer for attendees.

A revitalized walking path will allow residents to enjoy the lake and campground around Killarney, Manitoba. Tammy Munroe of the Killarney Ag Society tells us why this walking path will significantly impact the community: “The pandemic made people isolated, and with this new walking path, we will be able to share the outdoors with loved ones and enjoy the lake views.”

Congratulations to our four grant recipients. Rocky Mountain Equipment thanks all the agricultural societies for their submissions in 2022. Check back for 2023 RME Right by You Ag Society Grant applications or follow us on Twitter @RMEHQ for more updates.

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