Action Plan



Action Plan

A strategic framework to serve the English-speaking agricultural community of rural Quebec

Mission

To defend the rights, provide information and advocate for the English-Speaking agricultural community in Quebec.

The Quebec Farmers’ Association (QFA) represents and promotes the interests of the English-speaking agricultural community through assuring the provision of information, programs, and services. In doing so, the QFA provides a forum to develop a sense of belonging, confidence, and pride among its constituency.

Specific objectives in support of this mission include:

  • Creating a supportive environment for agricultural and rural development
  • Seeking respect and recognition for the English-speaking agricultural community’s contribution to rural development
  • Facilitating communication between the QFA’s constituency and the full range of stakeholders from suppliers and government through to the consumer.

Priority Area: Governance and Administration

Goal: Adopt an effective organizational structure

Objectives :

  • Up-date constitution and by-laws
  • Active and involved volunteers
  • Formalized policy formulation process and representation
  • Expanded membership
  • Professional staff

Goal: Build a solid financial base

Objectives :

  • Expand fee-for-service contracts
  • Income from publications and translation services
  • Increase net revenue from memberships
  • I ncrease grants and contributions
  • Revise and up-date Warren Grapes Fund
  • Increase unrestricted income received each year

Priority Area: Re-orient Program and Activities

Goal: Expand links with agricultural and rural community

Objectives:

  • Represent English-speaking agricultural producers to provincial departments
  • Regular communications with members and key stakeholder groups
  • Represent Quebec agricultural community outside province
  • English-speaking media to consult QFA for views of Quebec agricultural producers
  • Represent the agricultural and rural perspective within the QCGN and the QCNA
  • Establish partnerships with other stakeholders to offer new educational programs