4-H Alberta Announces 2025–2026 Ambassadors and Premier’s Award Recipient

Westerose, AB – During the 2025 Fall Senior Symposium Banquet on October 26, 4-H Alberta proudly announced the incoming Ambassadors alongside this year’s Premier’s Award recipient.

The Premier’s Award is the highest honour bestowed upon a 4-H Alberta member. Originally donated by the Honourable E.C. Manning, Premier of Alberta, the award was first presented in 1964 to recognize an outstanding 4-H member’s leadership, dedication, and contributions. Each year, the Premier’s Award recipient is selected from among the current 4-H Ambassadors and represents 4-H Alberta at provincial and national events. The recipient also meets with Alberta’s Premier and the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development.

This year’s recipient, Isabella Sweet, 18, from Lacombe, Alberta, was selected as the 2026 Premier’s Award Winner in recognition of her exceptional leadership as an Ambassador and her passion for advancing 4-H in Alberta.

Sweet first joined 4-H for the fun and friendships, but soon discovered the program’s transformative power. Through her journey, she has developed leadership, motivation, determination, and organizational skills while embracing the importance of community service. She has participated and volunteered in leadership roles at the club, district, regional, and provincial levels.

“4-H has been my passion, especially in my final year (2024–2025). Having experienced 4-H provincially, regionally (as Vice President and Ambassador), and at the district and club levels, I’ve seen its impact from every angle,” said Sweet. “Since high school, 4-H has been my priority, a welcoming environment where I can help younger members discover their love for the program. 4-H, to me, is family, confidence-building, and connection, not just projects or awards. This award allows me to spread my enthusiasm for 4-H and showcase its countless benefits through community involvement.”

In addition to the Premier’s Award, Sweet was also recognized with the Ted Youck Outstanding Achievement and Leadership in 4-H Alberta Award. This award, generously donated by long-time 4-H supporter Ted Youck, was presented with his daughter, Leta Youck, in attendance to congratulate Isabella. The award will continue to accompany the Premier’s Award recipient for the next six years. Sweet will also represent Alberta at 4-H Canada’s Citizenship Congress.

Isabella succeeds Grace Tabler, the 2025 Premier’s Award recipient. Candidates for the Premier’s Award are evaluated on their leadership, communication skills, passion for 4-H, participation as an Ambassador, application quality, and personal interview.

“The 4-H Alberta members who applied for the Premier’s Award or Ambassador positions should be incredibly proud for taking the next step in their leadership journey,” said Sydney Walsh, Summer Programs and Youth Development Coordinator. “Each applicant demonstrated a passion for 4-H and a drive for excellence. The interview panels were impressed by the professionalism, preparedness, and enthusiasm of all participants. We’re thrilled to welcome Isabella and the entire 2025–2026 Ambassador Team.”

2025–2026 4-H Alberta Ambassadors

The following new Ambassadors were announced and will join the current Ambassador Team:

Name	Region	Hometown	Club
Ember C.	South 4-H Region	Cessford	Dusty Plains 4-H Multi
Teagin K.	South 4-H Region	Redcliff	Seven Persons 4-H Beef
Alanna N.	Calgary 4-H Region	Wheatland County	Crowfoot 4-H Multi
Katie H.	Calgary 4-H Region	Strathmore	Crowfoot 4-H Multi
Carson F.	West Central 4-H Region	Rimbey	Crestomere 4-H Multi
Janine S.	West Central 4-H Region	Eckville	Gilby 4-H Beef
Bryce C.	East Central 4-H Region	Veteran	Consort 4-H Beef
Danna B.	East Central 4-H Region	Compeer	Altario 4-H Beef
Allyson H.	Northeast 4-H Region	Ranfurly	Hairy Hill 4-H Club
Kylie L.	Northeast 4-H Region	Elk Point	St. Paul 4-H Multi
Tacee F.	Northwest 4-H Region	Mayerthorpe	Mayerthorpe 4-H Beef
Sydney C.	Northwest 4-H Region	Parkland County	Cherhill 4-H Multi
Keana K.	Peace 4-H Region	Sexsmith	Grande Prairie 4-H Multi
Cole B.	Peace 4-H Region	Silver Valley	Savanna 4-H Multi

4-H Alberta Ambassadors are enthusiastic Senior Members committed to growing 4-H across Alberta by sharing their experiences, developing leadership opportunities, and representing youth at local, regional, and provincial levels. Senior Members can apply to become an Ambassador through an online application and virtual interview process beginning each September. Up to two Ambassadors per region may be selected for a two-year term.

To learn more about the Ambassador role or connect with Ambassadors in your region, visit www.4hab.com or contact programs@4hab.com.

About the Fall Senior Symposium

Held October 24–26, 2025, at the Sundre Pioneer Lodge, the Fall Senior Symposium welcomed 100 Senior Members from across Alberta. Participants engaged in hands-on workshops focused on career development, resume and interview preparation, and personal growth.

Representatives from AFSC and the CPA Education Foundation also provided educational sessions and career insights, offering members the chance to network and explore future opportunities.

Congratulations to Isabella and all the new Ambassadors for 2025–2026!

For more information about the Fall Senior Symposium or other youth development opportunities, please contact the 4-H Alberta Programs Team at programs@4hab.com.