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March 2014
Board of Directors Nominations
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Refer a Member
If you are a new member and have been referred by an existing AEF Member, remember to include their Name (as it appears on their membership card) AND their AEF Membership Number on your membership application so the referring member can receive a $5 credit toward their Membership Fees. |
Ride & Drive Program  The Ride and Drive Program is a great program to keep equestrians motivated and staying active! Simply register for the program and receive your very own Ride and Drive Log book, pen, welcome certificate and letter and start logging the hours you spend in the saddle or driving your horse to win some great prizes! The hours you log never expire as long as you keep your Ride and Drive subscription active. There is no age restriction for this program - It is for the young and the young at heart!
You can now submit your hours online by completing and emailing your form on the Ride and Drive website.
For more details, to register and to find out what great prizes you can earn please visit our web page
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Live Outside The Box  Dust off those boots, get outside and have some fun with a horse. You could win some great prizes for doing just that.
We want you to spend less time in front of the TV and computer and spend more time outside being active.
Less Screen Time and More Horse Time = Great Prizes!! It's that easy!
This creative program has stirred up a lot of interest and enthusiasm over the years. AEF members from all over Alberta aged 7-15 are leaving the TV and computer behind and getting out and spending more time with their horse. Not surprisingly we receive a lot of support from parents too! Young members keep track of how they are spending their time this year from April 1st until September 30th of each year and win great prizes. You don't even have to own a horse to participate! If you are 7-15 years old and want to Live Outside the Box, you can contact our office for further details!!
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AEF Trail Supporter Fund
The AEF Trail Supporter Fund, previously known as the Trail Supporter Program, provides financial support to AEF member clubs who have submitted an application for a researched, and planned specific project related to the construction and/or maintenance of a public use equestrian trail, trailhead or horse camping site in Alberta.
Just a few dollars from each AEF member each year can make a huge difference in building and improving Alberta's equestrian trails. If you like to explore new trails, or plan to in the future, help make Alberta the best place on earth to ride by making a contribution to the AEF Trail Supporter Fund.
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Alberta Equestrian Federation
Suite 100, 251 Midpark Blvd SE
Calgary, AB T2X 1S3
403-253-4411
1-877-463-6233
Fax: 403-252-5260
www.albertaequestrian.com
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2014 AGM, AEF Nominees to the AEF Board and Silent Auction Fundraiser
Dear AEF Member,
The AEF Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday, March 23, 2014. We encourage all of our members to come to the AGM and share your voice and your vote; after all, the AEF is your organization. This special E-News bulletin contains the photos and biographies of AEF members that have put their name forward for election to the AEF Board of Directors (as of March 7, 2014).
This is your opportunity to review the nominees list so that you can come out and vote for the directors that you would like to represent your interests.
Annual General Meeting: March 23, 2014
Where: Marseille Room, Sheraton Hotel, Red Deer - 3310 50th Ave
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
The AGM will be held in conjunction with a silent auction. The auction is a fundraiser to support our Live Outside the Box youth program, which promotes active living. Come and bid on some great items such as: Nakiska lift tickets, hay bales, hotel/resort stays, artwork, clothing, horse breeding, décor items and tack/grooming supplies...and more!!
You can also View some of the items that will be available on our Facebook page
This is your opportunity to come out and vote, use your voice and we will listen...
Visit our Business & Bylaws section of our website where you will find the AGM meeting agenda, AGM past meeting minutes, bylaws and other business documents.
*Current AEF membership is required to vote
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Attendance survey! Please take one minute to complete!
To help us plan accordingly for the number of attendees (snacks and refreshments), please complete the very short survey linked below. Thank-you!
http://conta.cc/1oKdDwJ
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Nominees are listed alphabetically by last name:
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NICOLAS BROWN
 Nicolas is currently attending NAIT studying Accounting/Management (BBA). Nicolas is also a current EFCL Director for the Westmount Community League serving as the Board's representative to the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues. He is also involved in numerous campus and leadership roles including Vice President of Education for IntoNAITion Toastmasters Club (NAIT's campus Toastmasters Club); Campus Ambassador through NAIT's Student Recruitment Office; participates in NAIT's Student Leadership Award of Distinction program (LEAD Team) with an emphasis on leadership and community involvement. READ MORE --> |
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BILL desBARRES
 Bill is the Sole Proprietor in Commercial Mediation, Facilitation and Financial Services. Bill is also an Appaloosa Horse Breeder for Recreation and Show.
He has been involved for 40 years with Horse Organizations including, but not limited to, Breed Associations, Regional, Provincial and National Organizations. Bill also has a lifetime membership with Kiwanis International and other community organizations. READ MORE -->
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ALISON DOUGLAS
 Alison has been an AEF Individual member for 11 years. Her volunteer experience and involvement includes a member of Trail Riding Alberta Conference for 6 years, involved in 4H competitions when she lived in Manitoba, a Level 2 judge for Gymnastics Alberta and judged for 3 years. Alison was a Director for Banff Minor Hockey for 3 years, Director for Central Alberta Hockey League representing Banff for 2 years. Alison is currently a Director with the AEF. READ MORE --> |
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BARB EASTHOM
Barb is a Certified Management Accountant and works for a construction company in Airdrie. She is an involved volunteer and is currently an active board member with Jump Alberta. She has also been a special events coordinator and fundraiser for an educational facility as well as Skate Canada and various skating organizations from 2001-2007 and was an integral part of the BC Senior Games in 1998/99 responsible for accreditation, registrations and results. READ MORE -->
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CAMILLA GERNER
Camilla has been an active volunteer and fundraiser and is passionate about horses and serving the equestrian community. She is very excited to welcome the opportunity to be part of the board.
Camilla's father grew up in England with horses and she has ridden horses with her sisters. Although she does not currently own a horse, she looks forward to the possibility of someday being an owner.
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LEWIS HAND
 Born in Kelvington, SK and raised in Porcupine Plain, Lew began his working career with his Father in the bee industry, producing a quarter of a million pounds of honey a year. For several years he worked each spring in California packing bees for import to Canada. During this time, Lew also played Junior A hockey in Flin Flon and Winnipeg. Lew bought his first quarter section when he was 15 years old and raised beef cattle with his father. READ MORE --> |
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CARINA "KIPPY" MAITLAND-SMITH
After a lifetime of riding: fox hunting, eventing, Pony Club, judging, teaching, 4-H leadership, and trail riding, Kippy has retired to owning and running a tack shop in Rocky Mountain House. She and her husband Gerald, who was on the AEF board for several years, owned a hereford cattle ranch, then started a boarding stable where Kippy taught riding. She has been a long time member of the Rocky Agricultural Society, a volunteer with 4-H after been a leader for 16 years, and a member of the PEAC team responsible for writing the main Manual, the Levels, and the Jumping Manual. READ MORE -->
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JAY MILLS
 Jay is the owner/operator of a small GIS Company and holds a Master's Degree in GIS. He was the owner/operator of Mountain High Adventures (Commercial Trail Rider Operation) from 1988 to 2000 and holds a Class A Guide for Parks Canada (NWT and AB). Jay obtained his Level 1 Equine Canada Coach in 1986 and was a teacher/coordinator at an outdoor school which incorporated an Equine Canada and colt breaking component from 1983-1986. Jay actively competed with the Sundre Light Horse Association from 1986 to 1999 and is currently active in combined driving. Jay is a member of SVSAR, DSAR and serves on the FOESA board. He has also served on the board of the Cochrane Music Society and SVSAR. READ MORE --> |
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TRISH MRAKAWA
 Trish is the owner of Willow Grove Stable, which was established in 1982 and has been at its present location in De Winton since 1984. She found it necessary to 'take the plunge' to own her own facility so that she could assure the proper care and well-being of her horses and students alike. Her passion is coaching and it shows in the extensive program that has been put together at Willow Grove. While Willow Grove is a successful competitive stable, the program covers beginners to high performance as well as mentoring and business development for coaches. Trish is a certified Coach with Equine Canada and the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) having attained her Level 3 designation in Hunters, Jumpers and Equitation. She is a Master Evaluator for English Coaching and an Equine Canada High Performance Coaching Evaluator for Jumping. READ MORE --> |
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LES OAKES
 Les has been working as a financial planner and tax specialist for over 30 years. He has great organizational and time management skills that help him to juggle his work, personal life and volunteer time. Les has been involved with horses and the horse industry for over 15 years including Pony Club and Gymkhana and he is an active member with Sam Steele's Scouts. Les is currently the President of the AEF and is on the Province Council of Equine Canada. He has recently been appointed to be on Equine Canada's Recreation Committee Board of Directors. READ MORE --> |
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SABRINA OAKES
 Sabrina has a degree in Business Administration, majoring in Accounting and Business Operations, and is working on a business plan for a new start up business. She has also completed many CGA level accounting courses, in which she learned to consolidate financial statements, understand and create balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements. Sabrina's past experience at school has been to complete a mock internal audit of an accounts payable department. The project required her to analyze the department and provide recommendations to make the department more efficient. She also completed a CGA Business Case using Accounting Software. In the project, she was required to use simply accounting and had to start and set up a business account for a company, as well as produce invoices, purchase orders and pay monthly bills for the mock company. READ MORE -->
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LAUREN PARKER
Lauren has been involved in the equine industry for over 15 years currently working as a Supervisor at HORSELiFE in Calgary. She is a graduate from Olds College Equine Science Business Management and Event Planning program and has worked for the Calgary Stampede as an organizer for the Chuck Wagon and Rodeo office. Lauren has volunteered as an assistant instructor for Opening Gaits Therapeutic Riding Society and has been involved in mentoring and judging younger participants in conformation dog shows. READ MORE -->
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DON SCOTT
 Don is a retired City of Edmonton Electrical Inspector. He has been a member of Alberta Trail Riding Association since 2001 and is an active member of their board. Don is also a current director with the AEF. Don enjoys retirement with his wife, travelling and looking after their residence and extended family of 5 horses, 3 dogs and 3 cats. He enjoys trail riding, horses, cars, woodworking as well as many other hobbies. |
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DENA SQUAREBRIGGS
 Dena is a very motivated and high spirited individual. She enjoys meeting new people and being presented with new challenges! Dena currently works for her family's business, specializing in promotional products, silkscreening and embroidery. This line of work has given her a good sense of community and a beginner's knowledge of marketing. Dena also works part time for the Canmore Veterinary Hospital as a Veterinary Assistant. She has participated in an Equine Body working course and always works to keep up on her knowledge of Anatomy. She has been working with and riding horses since she was a young girl. She spent many years in competitive show jumping as well as dressage. Dena now rides western pleasure with interests in competitive trail and various rodeo events. READ MORE --> |
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Notice Regarding Elections
In accordance with AEF bylaws, "Nominations may be made at a General Meeting of the AEF from the floor, with written consent of the nominee and subject to qualifications respecting the categories of Board Members of these Bylaws." In order to accommodate any members who wish to be considered, completed nominations forms, and signed consents, must be submitted upon the call from the floor during the AGM.
The membership in attendance will be electing up to 15 members to the Alberta Equestrian Federation's (AEF) Board of Directors. Please note, you are not voting for specific positions within the Board or the Executive; the newly elected Board members, in a separate election, will determine those positions.
During the AGM, all candidates will be asked to speak for one minute to briefly introduce themselves and to address the following 2 questions:
1) What skills are you bringing to the AEF?
2) What you will do while on the Board on behalf of the membership?
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About Us
The Alberta Equestrian Federation (AEF) is a member driven, nonprofit Provincial organization responsible for organizing, coordinating, sanctioning and administering equine sport and recreation in Alberta since 1978.
Membership is in excess of 16,000 individual members as well as over 200 member equine Provincial organizations and industry partners. The AEF is the only Equestrian Body recognized by Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation. As such, we are the only body to directly receive funding and to have a voice within the Alberta Government on behalf of all equestrians in Alberta.
Vision
The Voice of Equine Alberta. The premier source for education, information and support for Alberta's entire equine community.
Mission
To assist in creating a positive environment for the enjoyment of equines through leadership and a proactive approach we promote, facilitate, and coordinate equestrian related activities in Alberta. |
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