Objectives of Ambassador Program

• to develop ambassadors into community leaders and role models
• to equip ambassadors with the skills and knowledge to effectively promote the
  Barrie Fair and Essa & District Agricultural Society (EDAS) initiatives through social
  media, speaking engagements, volunteering in the community and general
  outreach
• to highlight the importance of agriculture (Participants who do not have prior
  commitments or involvement in agriculture at the time of participation must be willing to dedicate the agreed-upon amount of volunteer time to support the local
  agricultural community).

1. Participants must live in an area within 30km of Barrie, Ontario. This may include:
   Essa, Thornton, Innisfil, Angus, Minesing and New Tecumseth.
2. Open to enrolled students of a local school in Grade 8 or Grade 9, as of September of the corresponding calendar year.

The Senior Ambassador must meet the following requirements:

1. Participants must live in an area within 30km of Barrie, Ontario. This may include:
   Essa, Thornton, Innisfil, Angus, Minesing and New Tecumseth
2. Open to individuals that will be 17 years of age on or before the second Monday in
   August and will not reach their 24th birthday by Labour Day of the corresponding
   calendar year

Junior and Senior Ambassadors

A junior ambassador can connect with younger participants, families, and children,
encouraging their involvements in the fair and the community. The junior ambassador
also gains early exposure to leadership roles and public speaking, providing a strong
foundation for their future education.

A senior ambassador can represent the fair to older attendees, community leaders and
potential sponsors. The senior ambassador also develops advanced skills in leadership,
mentorship, and community engagement, preparing them for more significant roles in
their professional career

Must Attend Events for the Ambassadors

• Barrie Fair: Attend all four days for the agreed-upon hours
• Santa Claus Parade: Assist in planning, building and participating
• Barrie Fair Volunteer Dinner: Attend the dinner as the ambassador and
  participate in a speaking engagement
• OAAS Convention - Ambassador Convention Program: Attend and engage in
  the convention activities

Ambassador Expectations beyond Mandatory events

• Community Engagement: Participate in volunteer opportunities that support the
  local community. Activities should support the local community or agricultural
  initiatives, representing the Barrie Fair and the Essa & District Agricultural Society.
• Content Creation: Use or develop skills to assist in creating content for
  EDAS/Barrie Fair social media accounts to enhance outreach and raise awareness
  about the program. Training in social media and content creation will be provided.
  (Signature required for media release form.)
• Regular Check-Ins: Meet with the Ambassador Program Coordinator monthly (inperson or virtually) to discuss upcoming volunteer opportunities, communityinvolvement and any updates regarding the Barrie Fair or the Essa & DistrictAgricultural Society

See Barrie Fair Ambassador Program Guidelines for more details

• develop leadership skills
• attend & host workshops - learn essential skills like resume building, interview preparation, time management and managing social media content
• get involved in the community - volunteer with the Essa & District Agricultural Society and local Barrie-area events
• build your network- connect with like-minded individuals and expand your professional contacts
• gain valuable skills & experience - grow personally and professionally through hands-on learning