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AGRICULTURE/MARKETING--NATIONAL 4-H WEEK ------------------------------------------------------------------ Agriculture and Marketing Minister Wayne Gaudet said he is pleased to announce the launch of National 4-H Week, Nov. 6 - 12, 1995. The 4-H Program promotes the development and leadership potential of Canada's greatest resource - its youth and has been bringing leadership and development programs to Canada's rural youth for more than 80 years, the minister said. The program provides the opportunity for members to make new friends, learn practical skills and become responsible members of society. In Nova Scotia, 3,000 young people, ages nine to 21 years, and 1,000 adult leaders "Learn To Do By Doing" while participating in 4-H projects, clubs and provincial events. National 4-H Week is a celebration of 4-H accomplishments and is an opportunity to pay tribute to the milestones achieved by 4-H members and leaders. It is also an opportunity to recognize the contributions they have made to agricultural communities and rural Canada. -30- Contact: Cheryl Chandler 902-945-2999 trp Oct. 26, 1995