Tag Archives: Industry Resources
HorseJobs.ca assists the Workforce Planning Board in creating a new educational CD!
Recently the news has been heavy laden with words of woe such as “Unemployment”, ” Recession”, “Struggling economy”, “Lay offs”. DEPRESSING.
And yet, through all of this doom and gloom there IS growth in the agricultural and equine sector. Career opportunities continue to develop.
The equine industry alone is something of a silent giant when it comes to Canada’s [...]
National Equine Industry Traceability Readiness Study Began in May
National Equine Industry Traceability Readiness Study Began in May
June 10, 2010
Ottawa, ON – Equine Canada wishes to announce the launch of a national telephone survey — the National Equine Industry Traceability Readiness Study. The study is one of two research and data gathering exercises that are being conducted during the development phase of the national [...]
Equine Canada Announces the Release of the Equine Canada Stable Management Manual
March 31, 2010 — Equine Canada is proud to announce the release of the Stable Management Manual.
The original version of this manual was written in 1993, and due to its continued popularity and many dedicated volunteers, the revised Stable Management Manual is now available in English and French on the Equine Canada e-store at www.ec-store.ca.
“The [...]
Mini-Vet School Offers Glimpse Into Veterinary Life
Horse owners, animal lovers and aspiring veterinarians can get a feel for what it’s like to be a veterinarian during the Ontario Veterinary College’s inaugural Mini-Vet School to be held at the University of Guelph next month.
Published Jan 26th, 2010
www.ovc.uoguelph.ca
Posted in Education, Equine Science, Uncategorized
Also tagged A day in the life of.., Education, Equine Science
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Help the Helpless in Haiti – New efforts are now in progress
Veterinary and agriculture groups are organizing a response effort in the wake of Tuesday’s earthquake in Haiti’s capital of Port-au-Prince.
There are ways that YOU can help the helpless in Haiti
Nova Scotia Equine Educational Conference coming soon
Equine Educational Conference “For the Good of our Horses” – February 27, 28th 2010 at Hobby Horse Farm, Spittal Road, Coldbrook, Nova Scotia.
Horse Breeder’s Short Course being held in Kentucky
Time is running out to register!
The University of Kentucky amd the Gluck Research Center is sponsoring a Breeder’s Short Course, to be held Jan. 20-21, 2010, at the Fasig-Tipton Sales Pavilion in Lexington.
This course is designed for farm managers and owners of all horse breeds. The intent is to provide up-to-date information on all aspects of horse production.
Lectures from local and national speakers will hit on topics such as reproduction, nutrition, health, pasture management, economics, and marketing.
The cost of the short course is $50 per day, or $100 for both days.
A complete schedule and registration form is available to download at http://www.ca.uky.edu/gluck/NewsShortCourse.asp.
Making and Keeping Your New Year’s Career Resolutions
Making and Keeping Your New Year’s Career Resolutions.
Posted in Education, Industry Resources
Also tagged employment news, Job Seeker Tips, Networking
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How to Write a Resume for the Equine Industry
My Ideal Job Checklist
Think about what you would like to get out of YOUR ideal job – be honest!
Let’s concentrate on your personal goals and what makes YOU happy….
Circle the job characteristic that bests suits YOU.
Direct Contact with Horses
I want to be hands on with horses on a daily basis
I am happy to work hands [...]
