Agricultural Research Institute of Ontario
- Ministry
- Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
- URL
- http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/research/ario/institute.htm
- Address
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2ND FLOOR NW,, 1 STONE ROAD WEST,
GUELPH
N1G4Y2 - Phone
- (519) 826-4199
- Fax
- (519) 826-4211
- Background
- Agricultural Research Institute of Ontario Act, RSO 1990, C. A.13, S. 2 (opens a new window)
- Function
The role of the ARIO includes to: (1) inquire into programs of research in respect of agriculture, veterinary medicine and household science; (2) select and recommend areas of research for the betterment of agriculture, veterinary medicine and household science; and (3) stimulate interest in research as a means of developing a high degree of efficiency in the production and marketing of agricultural products in Ontario. In general, ARIO provides strategic advice to the Minister regarding the direction of Ministry funded research programs.
- Membership
The Minister appoints not more than fifteen members and appoints a chair and vice-chair from among the members.
- Qualifications
Candidates should have knowledge of the agri-food sector, agri-tech and innovation, and research development. Strategic thinking, communication skills, and ability to positively influence stakeholders are considered assets.
- Term
Members are appointed for a term of up to 3 years and are eligible for reappointment.
- Meetings
- Members meet as needed, up to five to six times per year. Meetings are held at Guelph and other locations around the province.
- Remuneration
Appointments & Vacancies
No. | Position | Member | Term | Location |
---|---|---|---|---|
1. | Chair (Part-Time) | LORNE HEPWORTH | 18-Jan-2022 - 17-Jan-2025 |
london |
2. | Vice-Chair (Part-Time) | ROSE MARIE GAGE | 09-Mar-2024 - 08-Mar-2027 |
cumberland |
3. | Member (Part-Time) | DENISE HOCKADAY | 08-Jul-2021 - 07-Jul-2024 |
breslau |
4. | Member (Part-Time) | EVERT VELDHUIZEN | 02-Jan-2022 - 01-Jan-2025 |
woodstock |
5. | Member (Part-Time) | GORD SURGEONER | 13-Mar-2022 - 12-Mar-2025 |
fergus |
6. | Member (Part-Time) | DAVID JENKINS | 30-Nov-2023 - 29-Nov-2026 |
belmont |
7. | Member (Part-Time) | DAVID MCINNES | 30-Nov-2023 - 29-Nov-2026 |
ottawa |
8. | Member (Part-Time) | NEVIN MCDOUGALL | 30-Nov-2023 - 29-Nov-2026 |
london |
9. | Member (Part-Time) | YOUBIN ZHENG | 21-Jan-2024 - 20-Jan-2027 |
guelph |
10. | Member (Part-Time) | JENNIFER DOELMAN | 08-Mar-2024 - 07-Mar-2027 |
douglas |