OAC Alumni Association

10/07/2026

Agricultural entrepreneur and business leader Kim McConnell joins for a free speaker series event exploring leadership, entrepreneurship and the connections shaping Canada’s agri-food system.

With decades of experience in agriculture and communications, McConnell will discuss how different disciplines, skills and perspectives can come together to create opportunities and help strengthen the future of agriculture and food.

Date & Time: Oct. 27 from 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: Arboretum Centre & Online (via Teams)

The talk will include a Q&A period, followed by a reception with light food and drinks. All are welcome to attend!

Register now: uoguel.ph/nkva4

University of Guelph
Student Federation of the Ontario Agricultural College
College of Social and Applied Human Sciences - CSAHS at U of G
Arrell Food Institute at the University of Guelph
Ontario Veterinary College
School of Environmental Sciences
Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics - University of Guelph
Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics (FARE)
OAC Alumni Association
Experience Ridgetown Campus

10/05/2026

10/02/2026

Looking for an opportunity to hear from an experienced agriculture industry leader, gain new perspectives and connect with others in the agri-food community?
Check out this free event with Kim McConnell on October 27!
Register today: https://www.uoguelph.ca/oac/news/2026/09/agriculture-entrepreneur-kim-mcconnell-explores-leadership-and-opportunities

is excited to welcome Canadian agricultural entrepreneur, business leader and advocate Kim McConnell as lecturer for this year’s Future Thinkers Speaker Series.

Drawing on his experience as a founder and former CEO of AdFarm, McConnell will explore leadership, entrepreneurship and the connections that bring together agriculture and the broader agri-food sector in his talk, “Cultivating Connections: Leadership and Opportunity in Agriculture.”

Date & Time: Oct. 27, 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location: Arboretum Centre & Online (via Teams)

Following the talk is a Q&A, and a networking reception with light food and drinks. Hear from an experienced industry leader, gain new perspectives and connect with others across the agriculture and food community at this free event.

To learn more and register, visit: uoguel.ph/s92o6

09/16/2026

Are you going to the Outdoor Farm Show this year? Stop by the Special Events Tent on Thursday Sept 17th from 2:30-4:30pm for an Aggie Alumni Reunion! Enjoy a a drink & light snacks and reconnect with classmates!

09/04/2026

Today marks the 53rd Annual OAC AA Golf Tournament.

We're excited to host 36 teams at Victoria Park East for the 18-hole tournament and 11 teams at Victoria Valley for the 9-hole tournament.

Welcome alumni, students, and friends of the OAC, and have a fantastic day on the course! ⛳

09/03/2026

⛳️ We'd be in the rough without our sponsors!

Thank you to all of the incredible organizations and businesses that supported the OAC AA Golf Tournament. Your generosity helped drive our success and encourage friend-raising within the OAC.

08/12/2026

🚨 REGISTER NOW ⛳️ 🏌️‍♂️

Don't miss the annual OAC Alumni Association Golf Tournament on Sept 4th! Limited 18-hole spots remain, with 9-hole options still available.

REGISTER & MORE INFO HERE:
https://alumni.uoguelph.ca/events/oac-aa-golf-tournament/

07/16/2026

🚨REGISTER NOW! ⛳️ 🏌️‍♂️

Join us on Sept 4th in Guelph for the annual OAC Alumni Association Golf Tournament, 9 & 18 hole options available!

REGISTER HERE:
https://bbis.alumni.uoguelph.ca/bbis_cannon/events/2026-oac-aa-golf-tournament