Each year The Madoc Agricultural Society hosts a competition to crownan Ambassador that will represent the Fair for the year.  The Madoc Fair Ambassador program is an excellent opportunity to become involved in the community, learn more about agriculture and the Madoc Fair and gain valuable leadership and presentation skills.  Individuals between the ages of 17 and 24 (as of August 1st, 2023) are invited to participate in this exciting experience!

The Ambassador Competition is held each year in August.

Each contestant:

• Completes an interview with a panel of 3 judges

• Prepares and delivers a 3 to 5 minute speech about

the Madoc Fair

• Answers an impromptu question

Prizes:

Winner: $250.00

1st Runner-up: $100.00

2nd Runner-up: $50.00

During the Fair Weekend all Contestants will be involved in a variety of events:

• Helping in the Homecraft Buildings on the Thursday and Friday prior to the Fair

• Handing out prize ribbons at various Competitions and Shows

• Spending time assisting with the children’s games

• Attending the Opening Ceremonies

• Representing the sponsors throughout the Fair Grounds

In addition to Fair Weekend the Ambassador will have the opportunity to represent and promote the Madoc Fair and the community through various events:

• Participating in Madoc Santa Claus Parade

• Attending Fair board Meetings

• Speaking to Community Organizations, Group and Clubs, Attending the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS) Convention held for 3 days in Toronto in February

• Competing in the Canadian National Exhibition Ambassador of the Fairs Competition in Toronto in August CNE Ambassador of the Fairs Competition

On the opening weekend of the CNE in August Ambassadors from all fairs across Ontario participate in a 3-day competition for the title of CNE

Ambassador of the Fairs. Ambassadors participate in seminars, parades and can take in all that the CNE has to offer.

Thanks to Past and Present Sponsors of

the Madoc Fair Ambassador Competition!

• The Madoc Lions Club

• Madoc Guardian Pharmacy

• Madoc Agricultural Society

If you are interested in competing or for more information, please contact:

Darla Downey at

darla1210@hotmail.com

or by phone at 613-661-7279

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