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McDonald's Canada and 4-H Canada announce a new National Youth Scholarship

Over the next two years, $80,000 in scholarship funds will be awarded.

The scholarships will be awarded to sixteen Senior 4-H Youth Leaders from across the countrty.

The scholarship program will focus on educational pursuits in agriculture, climate change and sustainability. 

Gemma Pryor, Senior Director, Canada Impact Team, McDonald's Canada says they wouldn't be who they are today without Canadian farmers, ranchers and growers. 

She points to the fact that 100 per cent of 'McDonald's Fries' come from Canadian potatoes, the burgers are made from 100 per cent Canadian beef, while the eggs in the 
McMuffin are from Canada Grade A eggs.

Shannon Benner, 4-H Canada's CEO says through the generosity of McDonald’s Canada, they have an opportunity to empower youth leaders in achieving their educational goals.

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With more than $1 billion in farmgate sales and over $650 million in annual exports—much of it centred in the Niagara region—Ontario growers are a major force in Canada’s floriculture industry. In fact, the province produces roughly 50% of all flowers grown in the country, serving a market of over 100 million consumers within a one-day drive.

It’s a powerful example of how strategic location, cross-border access, and strong production capacity come together to support both local agriculture and global markets ??

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