The Ambassador competition is the beginning of a year long leadership program for youth,

ages 17 & up. It is an opportunity that focuses on public speaking, interview skills, agriculture

awareness and community involvement. Throughout the competition, each contestant will

complete an interview (panel of three judges), deliver a speech (topics provided) and answer an

impromptu question! At the conclusion of the competition a new Ambassador will be named!

Throughout their year the Ambassador will represent the Stratford and District Agricultural

Society, and the Stratford Fall Fair at various events, including parades, market, OAAS

convention, dinners, trivia night and more! The Ambassador reign culminates at the Canadian

National Exhibition, competing for the opportunity to earn the title of

CNE Ambassador of the Fairs, who represent all fairs in Ontario!

The Ambassador will make an endless number of friends across the province, have a chance to

network with many people and build relationships with mentors and possible future employers.

They will gain confidence in themselves and their abilities to speak publicly throughout the

year, along with confidence in their self presentation. The more the Ambassador gets involved

throughout their reign, the more they will gain from the experience!

Questions or inquiries about the program, the competition or would just like to know more?

Contact us at Stratfordfairambassador@gmail.com anytime!

Would like to run to be the 2026 Stratford Fair Ambassador?

Contact us at Stratfordfairambassador@gmail.com , we’ll send you an application and help

with each step of the way to best prepare you!

You must be from the Stratford Area and a minimum of 17 years old as of August 1st 2026.

We look forward to helping you become the next Stratford Fair Ambassador and creating memories that will last you a lifetime!