Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health Brings Farmer’s Safety and Well-Being Program to the Southwestern Ontario Dairy Symposium
- Alexa Hugill
- Feb 19
- 1 min read

On Thursday, February 19, 2026, Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH) attended the Southwestern Ontario Dairy Symposium in Woodstock, ON. Gateway CERH proudly participated as an exhibitor and delivered a brief presentation, discussing the Farmer’s Safety and Well-Being Program.
Gateway CERH connected with farmers, dairy producers, industry leaders, and agricultural professionals throughout the event while attendees visited the Gateway CERH booth to learn more about the organization’s programs and research initiatives.
During the symposium, Gwen Devereaux, President of Gateway CERH, delivered a brief presentation highlighting several key priorities, including:
Promoting the Farmer’s Safety and Well-Being Program and SHED Talks
Advancing research that reflects real world agricultural needs
Collaborating with industry partners to strengthen rural well-being
By participating in the Dairy Symposium, Gateway CERH continues to strengthen relationships within the agriculture sector and advance the program's mission to support the health, safety, and well-being of farmers in our rural communities.
For more information about Gateway CERH and its Farmer’s Safety and Well-Being Program initiatives, please visit https://www.gatewayruralhealth.ca/shed-talks.
About Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health
Founded in 2008, Gateway CERH is a not-for-profit rural health research organization run by a community-based volunteer board of directors. Gateway CERH's main mission is to better the health and quality of life of rural residents through research, education, and communication. Learn more on the Gateway CERH website at www.gatewayruralhealth.ca.



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