This report is a publication of the Norfolk County Agricultural Society, and is available online in pdf. format at

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The Norfolk County Agricultural Society wishes to acknowledge Laura McKenzie (Lost in Time Photography), Angela Hogeveen & Wendy Brick for their photographic contributions to this publication. Photos contained within are the exclusive property of the Norfolk County Agricultural Society or have been provided by the above contributors. Their reproduction, in whole or in part, is unauthorized without the express written permission of the owner/owners.

“Our organization thrives on the integration of community groups, partners and individuals in everything we do” stated General Manager George Araujo. “While our own events like Eat & Drink Norfolk, the Norfolk Wildlife and Adventure Show and the Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show are each key in providing opportunities to express Norfolk’s culture and heritage, we fulfill our mission and vision thanks those who partner in the use of our facilities and grounds as part of their passions and traditions.”

This report is a publication of the Norfolk County Agricultural Society, and is available online in pdf. format at

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The Norfolk County Agricultural Society wishes to acknowledge Laura McKenzie (Lost in Time Photography), Angela Hogeveen & Wendy Brick for their photographic contributions to this publication. Photos contained within are the exclusive property of the Norfolk County Agricultural Society or have been provided by the above contributors. Their reproduction, in whole or in part, is unauthorized without the express written permission of the owner/owners.

“Our organization thrives on the integration of community groups, partners and individuals in everything we do” stated General Manager George Araujo. “While our own events like Eat & Drink Norfolk, the Norfolk Wildlife and Adventure Show and the Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show are each key in providing opportunities to express Norfolk’s culture and heritage, we fulfill our mission and vision thanks those who partner in the use of our facilities and grounds as part of their passions and traditions.”

Executive President: Brian Kenney Immediate Past President: Percy McNabb Vice President: Debbie Morrison Directors

General Manager/Treasurer George Araujo Board Secretary Anna Maerz

Mary Lou Brearley Marjorie Porter Emma Depner Mildred Poss Barbara Gaal Dianne Persall

NORFOLK COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY 2018 ANNUAL REPORT

Board of Directors

Honourary Directors

Harry Brearley Ken Campbell Mike Depner Merv Dunlop Marg Eldridge

George Pond Ivan Winter Dianne Persall Judy Sheppard Larry Dawson

General Manager George Araujo Development Officer Catherine Akins Facilities & Operations Supervisor Aaron Culver Finance Manager Robin Keane Special Events Manager Chantal Zorad

Mission Statement: The Norfolk County Agricultural Society is committed to the great agricultural tradition of the annual fall fair and creating unique, educational experiences in partnership with volunteers and our community. Vision Statement: The Norfolk County Agricultural Society will offer the premiere entertainment facility in Norfolk County; hosting and producing year round agricultural programs and special events.

Honourary Homecraft Honourary Life Members Dave Finnie Barbara Gaal Doug Gundry Joan Johnstone Robert K. Moore

Staff Maintenance Supervisor Shane McLean Fair Coordinator Anna Maerz Admin Assistant/Receptionist Judy Phibbs Admin & Exhibits Coordinator Terri Mattice Publicity & Marketing Coordinator Wendy Brick

Steve Balcomb Vicki Cork Sharon Judd Sharon Petheram Craig Smith Morris Bartlett Patricia Douel Brad Nunn Patty Picard Dan Taylor Mike Bollert Mark Jacobs Vince Nyitray Cindy Smith Les Tchorek

Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show, Simcoe, Ontario

Kyle Woolley

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January 27, 2018– The Norfolk County Agricultural Society held its annual meeting today at the Junior Farmers Building on the Fairgrounds. The main purpose of the meeting was to report on the financial activities of the organi-zation to its members and to elect members to the Board of Directors. Seven directors were elected to the Board, including Steven Balcomb, Mike Bollert, Sharon Judd, Brian Kenney, Walter Petheram, Patty Picard and Kyle Woolley. Executive positions on the Board are elected on an annual basis, with a one-year term limit. Brian Kenney remains as President, Aaron Culver as First Vice President and Debbie Morrison as Second Vice President. At the annual meet-ing President Brian Kenney stated, “The 177th Norfolk County Fair and Horse Show was arguably one of the best ever! I commend the hundreds of volunteers, sponsors and employees on an amazing job. It simply astonishes me how hundreds of individuals with a passion for agriculture, entertainment and education can band together and imple-ment a world class event without losing its agricultural grass roots. I can say with confidence we ARE one of the premier Fairs in Canada.” The financial statements were presented to the membership at the meeting. The Norfolk County Agricultural Society is a registered, non-profit organization. “The Society continues to commit to bringing the best in programming at the Fair, Eat & Drink Norfolk, and the Norfolk Wildlife Festival & Adventure Show. With the support of our community it makes everything possible” stat-ed General Manager George Araujo. “This year we added the Knights of Valour educational program and grandstand show with great success”. The Board took this opportunity to announce the initiation of the Horse Show Legacy Fund to raise funds to improve the horse barns, facilities and equipment, “The Horse Committee has created a strategic plan to improve the show for the Fair and to create grounds and facilities that will attract additional shows throughout the season” added Araujo.

Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show, Simcoe, Ontario

The Distinguished Service Award from the Canadian Association of Fairs and Exhibitions is awarded to a firm or organization that has provided outstanding service to the Fair for many years, was presented to Aitken Motors and Blue Star Ford Lincoln.

(l-r) George Araujo, Randy DeFields, Catherine Akins (l-r) George Araujo, Bob Kowtaluk, Catherine Akins

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Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show, Simcoe, Ontario

The Society of Directors bestowed an Honourary Life Membership to Larry Dawson.

Larry has served as a long time Volunteer, Committee Chair, Director & Past President of the Norfolk County Agricultural Society.

Percy McNabb was awarded a Recognition of Service Award from Festivals & Events Ontario

(l-r) Brian Kenney, Larry Dawson (l-r) Brian Kenney, Percy McNabb

The Order of Merit Award from the Canadian Association of Fairs and Exhibitions, awarded to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the success of the Fair for ten or more years was presented to the follow-ing; Dan Pearce, Joy Leiskau, Don White, Don Daley, Don Stewart, Dave Pettersen, and John Lowes.

The Ontario Association of Agricultural Accomplishment Award was presented to Judy Sheppard, Robert Lee and Scott Sowden for their contribution to consecutive years of time and energy to an Agricultural Society.

The Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies presented Sharon Judd with an Agricultural Service Diploma for her service over the years as a volunteer.

(l-r) Brian Kenney, Judy Sheppard Absent: Robert Lee & Scott Sowden

(l-r) Brian Kenney, Sharon Judd

(l-r) Brian Kenney, Dan Pearce (l-r) Brian Kenney, Joy Leiskau (l-r) Brian Kenney, Don White, Don Daley, Don Stewart and Dave Pettersen (absent from photo John Lowes)

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The Norfolk County Agricultural Society continues to recognize the service of people in memoriam who dedicated themselves to the betterment of the Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show in generations past. Candidates are nominated annually by current Board Members to honour their memory and contributions to the history of the Nor-folk County Fair & Horse Show. This year’s Memorial Service Awards honour the life and service of; Jack Watson, Max C. Hunter, R.E. Mann, Robert E. Mann, John “Jack” Slaght, G. Keith Yearwood, Lloyd S. Culver, Harold I. Pond, Bell Pond and Ken S. McArthur.

Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show, Simcoe, Ontario

Director Walter Petheram presenting to the family of Max C. Hunter Committee Chair Richard Anderson (far left) presenting to

Pearl Yearwood (Centre) wife of Keith, & their family

Director Sharon Petheram presenting to the family of the late Jack Watson

Director Mike Bollert presented plaques to George Pond (far left), Wilf Pond & Joan Daley in memory of Harold I. Pond & Bell Pond

Director Mike Bollert presents an award to Cathy Kowalsky in memory of Ken McArthur

Past President Percy McNabb presents Aaron Culver with plaques in memory of R.E. Mann, Robert E. Mann & Lloyd S. Culver

Past President Percy McNabb presents to Morris & Penny Bartlett in memory of John “Jack” Slaght

2018 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Millard, Rouse & Rosebrugh, Chartered Accountants

Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show, Simcoe, Ontario

NORFOLK COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY 2018 ANNUAL REPORT

The Norfolk County Agricultural Society continues to recognize the service of people in memoriam who dedicated themselves to the betterment of the Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show in generations past. Candidates are nominated annually by current Board Members to honour their memory and contributions to the history of the Nor-folk County Fair & Horse Show. This year’s Memorial Service Awards honour the life and service of; Jack Watson, Max C. Hunter, R.E. Mann, Robert E. Mann, John “Jack” Slaght, G. Keith Yearwood, Lloyd S. Culver, Harold I. Pond, Bell Pond and Ken S. McArthur.

Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show, Simcoe, Ontario

Director Walter Petheram presenting to the family of Max C. Hunter Committee Chair Richard Anderson (far left) presenting to

Pearl Yearwood (Centre) wife of Keith, & their family

Director Sharon Petheram presenting to the family of the late Jack Watson

Director Mike Bollert presented plaques to George Pond (far left), Wilf Pond & Joan Daley in memory of Harold I. Pond & Bell Pond

Director Mike Bollert presents an award to Cathy Kowalsky in memory of Ken McArthur

Past President Percy McNabb presents Aaron Culver with plaques in memory of R.E. Mann, Robert E. Mann & Lloyd S. Culver

Past President Percy McNabb presents to Morris & Penny Bartlett in memory of John “Jack” Slaght

2018 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Millard, Rouse & Rosebrugh, Chartered Accountants

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Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show, Simcoe, Ontario

2018 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Millard, Rouse & Rosebrugh, Chartered Accountants

NORFOLK COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY

Facilities Usage 2018

Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show, Simcoe, Ontario

• NCAS – Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show Livestock Barn / Ag Awareness Display • NCAS - Eat & Drink Norfolk • NCAS – Wildlife Festival & Adventure Show • NCAS, Norfolk County & Simcoe Reformer – Soup Lunch Charity Event • South Western Youth For Christ –

Dickens Christmas Craft Show • Simcoe and District Youth Soccer Club –

Indoor Winter League & Tournaments • Simcoe Elite Soccer Club – Men's Indoor Soccer • Norfolk County – Walking Club Programs • Cardiac Club – Walking and Health Programs • Simcoe Chamber of Commerce – Springarama Trade Show • Alzheimer's Association – Walk Fundraiser • Southern Ontario Seventh Day Adventist Church – Conference • Norfolk General Hospital Volunteer Assoc. – Treasure Mart • Connect Marketing – Benefit Concert • Haldimand Norfolk Resource Centre Health Fair • Simcoe Army Cadets – Parade • OPP – Officer Training • Wellness & Recovery Centre – Wellness Fair • Parent Bazaar– Moms To Moms Sale (2) • Norfolk Derby Girls – Practices and Fundraisers • Giant Auctions – Sales Event • Norfolk County Quilters Club - Show • Church Out Serving – We Believe in Simcoe Day • Norfolk Harvesters Rugby Club – Practices • Elections Ontario • SCS Reunion

Junior Farmers Building • NCAS Market Lunch • NCAS, NCFF Meetings, Private and Association

Events & Fundraising Rentals • Norfolk County Public Meetings, Conferences,

Programs & Events • Norfolk County Fair Foundation (Meetings) • Norfolk Poultry Club • Simcoe and District Horticultural Society • Haldimand Norfolk Resource Centre (Events) • Lynn Valley Lions Club Fish Fry • Kitchen Rentals

• All Buildings – NCAS Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show

• Curling, Junior Farmers - 7th Day Adventist Conference • Under Grandstand – Simcoe Gliders Gymnastics Club • Curling Building & Lounge – Simcoe Curling Club • Homecraft Downstairs – Simcoe Farmers Market • Homecraft Upstairs & Heavy Horse Barn 2 –

Proctor Marine Storage • Commercial Building & Heavy Horse Barn 1 –

Worlds Finest Shows Storage • Commercial & Curling Buildings - Ontario Pontiac Club

Car Show • Industrial Building – NCAS Boat and Vehicle Storage

Other Buildings

The AUD Grounds

• All grounds – NCAS Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show • Skateboard Park – Norfolk County • Infield & Paddock – Norfolk Saddle Club • Infield & Paddock - Knights of Valour Education Program • Bandshell - Norfolk County Farmers Market -

Fundraising Dinner • Track - Mike Matthews – 30 Hour Run Fundraiser

• Simcoe Panorama Retail Outlet • Steelheads Football Club fundraisers • Holiday Affair • Giant Auctions • Norfolk Sunrise Rotary Club – Breakfast with Santa • Wellness Centre Winter Wonderland & Spring Auctions • Simcoe Chamber of Commerce Information Sessions • Southwestern Ontario Tourism Corporation Session • Maple Lodge Farms Information Session • NOVA Awards Luncheon

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Audited Financial Statements NORFOLK COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY 2018 ANNUAL REPORT

Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show, Simcoe, Ontario

2018 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Millard, Rouse & Rosebrugh, Chartered Accountants

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