Interested in having apprentices on your farm?

*Currently there are no farm openings within the ASAAP program, but we expect to grow in the near future. If you are interested in applying please read through the program information and contact us about being put on a waiting list.

Participating with ASAAP can be a very unique and rewarding experience. Why not take the opportunity to share your knowledge and experience with eager apprentices who are willing to exchange labor for learning? Apprentices come from many different backgrounds and farmers who have participated with ASAAP highlight that they offer the opportunity for cross-cultural and multi-directional learning. Farmers get the extra hands they need for the season as well as the satisfaction of knowing that the sustainable practices that they have developed over time will be passed on and applied beyond their operation. Being involved with ASAAP also opens doors to networking opportunities among other sustainable farmers in the region. There’s nothing to lose!

How to Apply

1. 1. Complete and submit the ASAAP Farmer Application Form. You will be put on a waiting list and contacted once a farm position opens up.
2. 2. If you would like to include a photo of your farm on this website, send a photo of your farm by email.
3. 3. Send in your application fee (CAN $50) and you will receive the apprentice application information of those who have expressed interest in your farm.
4. 4. ASAAP will put a brief description of your farm and photo if available on this web site

Applications

Fill out the ASAAP Farmer Application Form and send the completed form to becky.lipton[at]mail.mcgill.ca

If you prefer to fill out a paper application, please print the form and send it to us via post (see address below), or contact us and we will be happy to send you the form.

Payment

Please send a self-addressed envelope with your $50.00 cheque or money order to:

Becky Lipton

5815 – 107 St
Edmonton, Alberta T6H 2X6

Any questions? Please call us at 780-271-1116.

It is the responsibility of both parties to come to a working agreement. Both parties should consider and discuss topics such as:

• Expectations- yours and the farmer’s
• Length of commitment
• Work guidelines (hours, time off)
• Clarify types and variety of work done- skills taught, level of responsibility
• Preferred learning vs. teaching style
• Preferred communication style and how you deal with conflict
• Feedback/evaluation process
• Room and board arrangements; privacy or social environment preferences
• Stipend
• Holidays, sick days
• Insurance
• Allergies, medical conditions, diet, other special needs