Saskatoon, SK – June 16, 2026 – Agriculture in the Classroom Saskatchewan (AITC-SK) and SaskOilseeds are proud to announce a renewed three-year partnership that will continue supporting agricultural education and experiential learning opportunities for students and teachers across
Saskatchewan.
Through a $225,000 investment over three years, SaskOilseeds will continue its long-standing support of AITC-SK, helping expand access to curriculum-connected agriculture education programs, classroom resources, teacher professional development, and experiential learning initiatives across the province. For over a decade, SaskOilseeds has played a vital role in helping students build connections to Saskatchewan agriculture, food production, sustainability, and career opportunities in the agriculture and food sector.
“Long-standing partnerships like this are essential to ensuring students and educators continue to have access to accurate, balanced, and engaging agriculture education,” said Sara Shymko, Executive Director of AITC-SK. “SaskOilseeds has been a tremendous champion of agricultural literacy in
Saskatchewan for many years. Their continued investment will help us meet growing demand from classrooms across the province while creating meaningful opportunities for students to better understand modern agriculture and the important role oilseeds play in our economy, food systems,
and communities.”
The renewed sponsorship will support AITC-SK’s efforts to expand inquiry-based programming and innovative learning experiences that connect students and teachers to food systems, sustainability, and modern agriculture.
“SaskOilseeds is proud to continue supporting Agriculture in the Classroom Saskatchewan and the important work they do to connect youth with agriculture,” said Lynn Weaver, Market Development Manager, SaskOilseeds. “Investing in agricultural literacy helps build informed consumers, future
leaders, and stronger connections between students and the farmers who grow their food. We are excited to continue working alongside AITC-SK to help inspire the next generation.”
Together, SaskOilseeds and AITC-SK remain committed to helping Saskatchewan students gain a deeper understanding of agriculture and the vital role it plays in the province’s future.
About Agriculture in the Classroom Saskatchewan:
Agriculture in the Classroom Saskatchewan (AITC-SK) is a registered charitable organization dedicated to increasing agricultural literacy among students and educators across Saskatchewan. Through curriculum-connected resources, teacher professional development, classroom programs, and experiential learning opportunities, AITC-SK helps students understand where their food comes from, how agriculture contributes to the economy and environment, and the diverse career opportunities within the agriculture and food sector.
About SaskOilseeds:
SaskOilseeds is a farmer-directed commission that works to create value for oilseed growers through research, advocacy, and market development. SaskOilseeds’ priorities include raising awareness of the nutritious, multi-faceted and essential role that canola and flax crops play for Canadian consumers and our economy.
Media Contacts:
Agriculture in the Classroom Saskatchewan
Amber Solda
Communications Manager
306-229-6188
amber@aitc.sk.ca
SaskOilseeds
Ellen Grueter
Communications Manager
306-975-6620
egrueter@saskoilseeds.com