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HIGH SCHOOL

CO-OP PLACEMENTS

Our co-op program delivers hands-on experiences in agriculture, education, and operations for high school students. Country Heritage Park is where interest turns into developing skills, passion, and experience.  Whether you're drawn to farming, gardening, animal care, education, marketing, office work or maintenance, there's a place for you to explore, contribute, and grow.

AVAILABLE DEPARTMENTS

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AQUAPONICS

In our indoor deep-water culture aquaponics systems, students will learn innovative techniques for sustainable food production including hydroponic/ aquaponic crop production, fish care, sustainable and alternative systems for food production & propagation. 

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MAINTENANCE

Students will work with our on-site maintenance staff to learn essential skills in all aspects of general maintenance. Key learning experiences include vehicle maintenance, general repairs, plumbing, waste management, groundskeeping & more!

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AGRICULTURE

Students will work alongside our horticulturist & agricultural lead to create and maintain all aspects of agriculture around the property including crop planting, crop maintenance, farm animal care & all aspects of harvesting.

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HORTICULTURE

Students will work alongside our horticulturist to maintain gardens and other decorative landscapes throughout the property.  Tasks will include things such as planting, garden maintenance, plant ID & landscape maintenance.

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OFFICE MANAGEMENT & MARKETING

Students will gain experience in an office setting working together with our administrative team to build skills related to marketing, photography, volunteer management, computer literacy & the use of office tools/ equipment.

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GENERAL PLACEMENT

Don't know what you'd like to do?  Work between our departments to learn a general array of useful skills while building your own personal communication skills, independence &  workplace experience.

PLACEMENT DETAILS

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Placement opportunities available through the school year and the summer for high school students

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Flexible learning opportunities available, find a department that interests you!

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Get hands-on alongside staff to acquire new skills, build confidence and learn about different careers related to agriculture

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INTERESTED IN A CO-OP PLACEMENT AT CHP?

Send us an email telling us about you & your interests.  We'll work together to find the right opportunity for you! Just click the button to get started.

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Country Heritage Agricultural Society (CHAS) is a Canadian registered Non-Profit Organization.

Charity Number: 813821006 RR 0001

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