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The Alberta Chapter of the Irrigation Association was formed in March, 2001. It's mission is to promote efficient and
effective water management and be the voice of the irrigation
industry for Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. |
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News
2010 AGM and Schedule of Events
We have a packed schedule of events organized for Tuesday, February 2nd, our biggest day of the 2010 calendar. The events include:
- 7:30 – 8:30am FREE Breakfast
- 8:30 – noon AGM, which also includes the Keynote Speech and our 4th Annual Irrigation Roundtable
- 1pm to 7pm (NEW) Tradeshow
- 3pm to 6pm (NEW) Snacks and Cash Bar
The AGM is a must attend event for those in and around the Alberta Irrigation Industry, with key players from all parts of the industry attending. This year we are pleased to have with us Deborah Hamlin, Executive Director of the Irrigation Association. See you there!!
Sandford the AGM Keynote Speaker
We are pleased to announce that noted author and water conservationist Bob Sandford is the Keynote Speaker for the 2010 AGM. Bob is the Chair of the United Nations “Water for Life” Decade partnership in Canada. Among Bob’s many other roles he sits on the Expert Panel for the National Roundtable on the Environment and the Economy that is presently focusing on Canadian water policy. more information
Certified Professionals
The ACIA will over the coming year be promoting certification through the print and online media. Below is the list of certified members and their certifications as at the 2009 AGM. If you don’t see your name or the details are incomplete please contact the IA – membership@irrigation.org
IA Certified Professionals
Use a Certified Contractor
Whether you are searching for a professional irrigation contractor to install a system or to service an existing system, any professional you consider should have certain qualifications to do your work. The bottom line is that you are not just buying an irrigation system, but you are also buying the services of a contractor.
Identify a Certified Irrigation Professional
Find a Certified Contractor
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Want to get Involved?:
The ACIA is always looking for members wanting to get involved. If you would like to find out more and are interested please contact Mike Magill, Vice President mike.magill@ionirrigation.com
Important 2010 SIM News
Our Smart Irrigation Month newspaper pull-out campaign will be in May this year to better serve those members looking to advertise for the 2010 irrigation season. On February 2, 2010 at the AGM/FREE Breakfast we will be making early bird pricing available for those wishing to take advantage of this great advertising opportunity. This campaign began in 2007 and will this year be “the best ever”. Not only will we be running pull-out supplements in The Calgary Sun, Red Deer Advocate, Lethbridge Herald and, possibly a major Edmonton paper, but we will also have radio spots and on-line promotion. If you would like to know more contact us at info@irrigationalberta.org
ACIA Wins Prestigious Award
The ACIA has been named the 2009 Irrigation Association Partner of the Year. The honor recognizes a person or group making exceptional contributions or distinctive accomplishments in areas allied with the irrigation industry. The IA noted that the ACIA’s “initiatives to drive participation in membership, education & certification, as well as promotion of Smart Irrigation Month are exemplary”.
Efficient Irrigation Practices
Over the coming year the ACIA will be actively promoting efficient irrigation practices designed to help conserve water. These simple practices along with new irrigation technologies can greatly improve the efficiency of existing irrigation systems.
click to view the Efficient Irrigation Practices
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Updated January 18, 2010
