Alberta Lamb Producers Annual General Meeting Results
The Alberta Lamb Producers (ALP) held its 2024 Annual General Meeting on Saturday, November 23, 2024, with 52 producers and guests in attendance, both in-person at the Pomeroy Inn & Suites in Olds, Alberta and virtually via Zoom.
ALP Chair Jordan Allen commenced the meeting with introductions of the board and staff and acknowledged the significant industry stakeholders present. She also reviewed ALP’s mission, vision, and organizational values. The membership approved the 2023 Annual General Meeting Minutes.
The business meeting included the acclamation of Directors. Four Director-at-large positions were available on the 2024/25 ALP board. Four eligible producers submitted valid nomination forms by the July 31, 2024, deadline, resulting in no election being necessary. ALP is pleased to announce the acclamation of Adam French, Richard Boscher, Alison Neale, and Olivia Blum. Additionally, ALP has one Director-in-training position available and will be recruiting to fill this role.
Finance Chair Adam French introduced Mr. Shannon Troke from King & Company Chartered Accountants, who reviewed the 2023/24 financial statements. Adam then presented the 2024/25 budget.
To submit a resolution for discussion at this year’s AGM, eligible Alberta Lamb Producers were required to complete and submit a resolution form to the ALP office by September 15, 2024. In accordance with ALP policy, no resolutions were accepted past this deadline or from the floor at the AGM. Four producer resolutions were received, and Vice Chair Marty Winchell facilitated the discussion and voting. The results are as follows:
1. Research alternative and/or additional distribution of CSIP tags.
o Motion: Alicia van Oeveren
o Seconded: Ken Smith
o Result: Defeated
2. Discuss a lower shipping rate with CCWG.
o Motion: Alicia van Oeveren
o Seconded: Marisa Schuebel
o Result: Carried
3. Research rejoining the Canadian Sheep Federation.
o Motion: Kathleen Raines
o Seconded: Hannah Logan
o Result: Carried
4. Lobby for a national non-refundable check-off.
o Motion: John Beasley
o Seconded: Alicia van Oeveren
o Result: Carried
Jordan Allen presented updates on ALP activities, and Adam French moderated the producer question and answer period.
The AGM is just one evening, but we want to hear from you throughout the year. ALP is your producer organization. Communicating with directors and staff ensures you get the most from your check-off dollars. If you have concerns, comments, suggestions, or just want to say hello, please contact the directors or the office. Contact information is available on the ALP website and in every N'ewesletter. Please email the office at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to ensure your contact information is up to date, we do not want you to miss important announcements or events!
