Save-On-Foods teams up with 4-H to expand youth clubs across Western Canada

(October 15, 2020 – Langley, B.C.) Western Canada’s largest grocery retailer, Save-On-Foods, is partnering with the 4-H programs in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba to help connect young leaders of tomorrow with 4-H youth clubs in hundreds of communities. 

“We are proud to support 4-H in its mission to develop the next generation of Canadian leaders by helping them connect with more of their neighbours in our stores from B.C. to Manitoba,” said Save-On-Foods president Darrell Jones. “Supporting local has always been important to Save-On-Foods, and we are thrilled to help 4-H get its program in urban centres through the support of our stores.”

4-H in Western Canada has hundreds of clubs registered in B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, and holds a combined membership of over 13,000 members.

“We are extremely excited about all the possibilities that come with this new Western Canadian partnership and the opportunity to work with our colleagues in 4-H in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. What a great way to facilitate the engagement and empowerment of our youth members,” stated Aleda Welch, manager of 4-H BC. “Save-On-Foods is committed to supporting local businesses, farmers, and ranchers, and together, we are dedicated to growing the next generation of business and community leaders. On behalf of my 4-H colleagues and partners in Western Canada, I am proud to announce how pleased we are to join in this generous partnership with Save-On-Foods and that we look forward to giving back to communities across Western Canada.”

Save-On-Foods will support 4-H communities in Western Canada through a variety of funding, engagement, and activation opportunities throughout the duration of their partnership.