The Organization Today
In October 1985, the Atlantic Agricultural Hall of Fame was incorporated under the Nova Scotia Societies Act. The original Memorandum of Association and By-Laws are available. The objectives of the Society are:
- 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.
- To do other things conducive to the attainment of the above objective.
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.
A history of the first 40 years of the organization was created in 2008 for the anniversary celebration. It should stand as a good resource on the organization for some time.
Individuals, organizations and corporations wishing to become involved with the Atlantic Agricultural Hall of Fame may do so by obtaining a lifetime membership.
Individual lifetime membership cost $25.00 and entitle the individual to receive notice of all Hall of Fame events. Individuals are also eligible for membership on the board of directors.
Organization membership cost $50.00 and entitle the organization to receive notices of all the Hall of Fame events and the right to nominate individuals for induction into the Hall. Organization membership is intended to be open to all organizations representing rural and agricultural people.
Corporate membership cost $150.00 and allows corporate sponsors to name up to three individuals to receive notice of all Hall of Fame activities and be eligible to sit on the board of directors. The Hall will also provide a link on their website to the corporation's website if they wish.
All memberships to the Atlantic Agricultural Hall of Fame will receive a charitable tax receipt and a certificate acknowledging their support. Names of members, supporting organizations and corporations are is also available on the Hall of Fame website. Donations in addition to the membership amount are always appreciated and will be acknowledged with an official tax receipt.
To become a member-supporter of the Atlantic, Agricultural Hall of Fame, complete the membership form and return with payment to the Secretary/Treasurer at the address indicated below.
Individuals, organizations or corporations wishing to obtain additional information on the nomination of inductees or to become members of the Atlantic Agricultural Hall of Fame organization are encouraged to contact the Atlantic Agricultural Hall of Fame at the address below.
Secretary/Treasurer
Atlantic Agricultural Hall of Fame
P.O. Box 550
Truro, N.S. B2N 5E3
Phone (902) 893-7950
E-mail:AAHF@nsac.ca
