About
In 1968 the Atlantic Agricultural Hall of Fame was established by the Atlantic Livestock Council as a means of honouring individuals in Atlantic Canada for their contribution to the development of the livestock industry in the regions. Over the years, the scope of the organization has expanded and now includes all segments of the agricultural community throughout Atlantic Canada.
The Organization Today
In October 1985, the Atlantic Agricultural Hall of Fame was incorporated under the Nova Scotia Societies Act. The original Memorandum of AssociationÌý²¹²Ô»åÌýBy-Laws are available. The objectives of the Society are:Â
- To accord recognition to persons who have made an outstanding contribution to Atlantic Agriculture.
- To prescribe standards of selection, provide suitable display facilities and provide appropriate ceremonies for induction and presentation.Â
- To do other things conducive to the attainment of the above objective.
A Board of Directors consisting of two representatives from each Atlantic Province administers the affairs of the Hall of Fame. The annual meeting is held in October at the time of the induction ceremony. Minutes of the Directors' and Annual meetings (starting in 1999), annual reports and financial statements are posted on this site for the information of all.
Lapel Pin
The Atlantic Agricultural Hall of Fame Lapel Pin was first introduced at the 2007 induction ceremony.
The original idea for the pin came from 2001 inductee Leo P. McIsaac from PEI who suggested that a lapel pin would a nice addition to the recognition items that the inductees received. he died before he was able to come up with a suitable design.
The secretary of the Hall of Fame commissioned the design to be consistent with the logo for the organization and allow the wearer to be easily recognizable as an inductee or member of the board of directors.