The Niagara Chapter will be holding our Annual General Meeting and Guest Speaker on January 22, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
Our speaker will be Elliott Groen, who will be speaking to Silviculture practices for Woodlot Owners. He will provide a background of what Silviculture is, the importance of silviculture management, and explain practical insights on what can be done by the landowner to create and enhance a sustainable woodlot. We will also have two other presentations keeping your 'Woodland First Aid Kit' updated and a presentation on the health of Niagara Region's forests.
Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026 Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM at Rittenhouse Hall
Location: OMAFRA office building, located in the Vineland Research and Innovation Center
Address: 4890 Victoria Ave N, Vineland Station, ON. L0R 2E0
Please register so we can plan accordingly. We look forward to seeing you there!
AGENDA
6:30 - 6:45 PM Refreshments and Check-in
6:45 – 7:00 PM President’s Welcome, Remarks & Announcements
7:00 – 7:10 PM Treasurer’s Report
7:10 – 7:20 PM Election of Board of Directors
· Susie & Dave Trimmer, Co-Presidents
· Louis Madzo, Treasurer
· Loretta Shields, Membership Secretary
· Olivia Groff
· Dan Root (Advisor)
· Paul Robertson (Advisor)
7:20 – 7:35 PM Dave Trimmer, First Aid Kit & Safety (15 mins)
7:35 – 7:50 PM Dan Root, Niagara Region Forest Health (15 mins)
7:50 – 8:05 PM Break
8:05 – 8:45 PM Guest Speaker, Elliott Groen, Silviculture practices for Woodlot Owners
9:00 PM Adjournment
