Youth & Post-Secondary Programs
Through our youth focused programs, we will help educate the next generation of farmers on technology and data applications and the role it will play into the future.
- Olds College Students registered for September 2025, receive complimentary tickets. Student ID# required for registration.
- Other post-secondary students have the opportunity to apply for scholarship tickets. Contact us at info@AgSmartOlds.ca noting your school and request for a scholarship registration
- Alberta 4-H Members (14-18 years old) receive complimentary admission into AgSmart, contact us at info@AgSmartOlds.ca for registration details
Future Leaders in Agriculture Camp
The Future Leaders in Agriculture Summer Camp is a three-day immersive program offered free of charge to approved high school students in grades 10 to 12 who are passionate about agriculture, agriculture technology, sustainability and leadership.
Date: July 28-30, 2025
Location: Olds College Campus
Presented by Olds College and Chinooks Edge School Division, the camp will develop your leadership skills that you will be able to carry into any career path. You’ll be exposed to modern agriculture and its challenges, career opportunities within agriculture and how Olds College programming equips students to solve real-world problems.
For more information, please contact Rachel Cunnigham at rcunningham@oldscollege.ca.
Upon completion of the camp, you will leave with three high school credits in summer school and receive a $1,000 scholarship towards future Olds College enrolment.
Program Highlights
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Hands-On Learning
Participants engage in activities and demonstrations such as crop cultivation, livestock management and sustainable farming practices.
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Industry Expert Sessions
Professionals from fields like agronomy, animal science and agri-tech share insights into careers and innovations.
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Leadership Development
Workshops on communication, team-building and decision-making empower students to lead in diverse settings.
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Tours
Enjoy tours of Olds College campus, Smart Farm and Olds College Centre for Innovation.
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Innovation Challenge
Teams of participants tackle a real-world agricultural problem and present solutions to a panel of experts.
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AgSmart 2025
As part of your camp curriculum, you get to explore the AgSmart Educational Expo.
Three-Day Overnight Camp
Experience life as a college student living in residence at Centennial Village. Explore what the campus has to offer, including the Olds College Smart Farm, Botanical Gardens and Constructed Wetlands.