Apprenticeship Opportunities
Farming
in Atlantic Canada is a terrific experience–the people are welcoming,
open and eager to help you learn. The communities are friendly and
welcome new farmers. Local organic food is thriving here and farmland
is more affordable than almost anywhere else in Canada. Once you're
here, you'll wonder why you didn't come earlier!
SOIL Apprenticeship Program
Are you interested in learning about organic growing and sustainable farming?
ACORN
has partnered with Stewards of Irreplaceable Land (SOIL) farm
apprentice opportunities in Atlantic Canada. Come East and enjoy the
laid back Maritime life.
If you are a farm that has an opportunity, you can apply directly to ACORN or through SOIL. Interested
in apprenticing? Now's the time to apply! As farms start to plan out
their growing season, apprenticeship positions fill up fast. If you are
planning to farm and want to learn from an experienced grower, apply
now. Please pass this along to your friends and share on Facebook.
Video with a SOIL apprentice.
Webinar on farmer perspective and advise on SOIL Apprenticeship program
Download
an article from the Canadian Organic Growers Magazine about getting the
best from your staff by Mary Alice Johnson (SOIL) by clicking on Sharing the Load
You can download a manual for apprenticeships designed for farmers and apprentices alike by clicking on Apprenticeship Manual
Download our latest SOIL poster here! Please help us get the word out about all the great farm opportunities in our region.
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