Cashius Norris receives Jardine Bursary

By Diana Walker

Cashius, a 2024 SCHS graduate, was accepted into Lakeland College for the 2024 fall term in the Animal Science Livestock Major program. This program covers the biology and handling of bison, beef, dairy, sheep, horses and pigs.

Cash, the oldest of Greg and Jerilyn Norris’s four children, was raised on his parents’ cattle ranch in the Sibbald/Oyen area. He helps his Dad with feeding and caring for the livestock which includes beef cattle, a couple of dairy cows, horses, a few sheep, a couple of goats and finishing up with a couple of 4-H steers every year.

Cash Norris receives one of three $1,000 Jardine Bursaries from Cheryl Ball, representing the committee including Sharon Dahl and Diana Walker. Photo by Diana Walker

“I have been trying to build my herd by purchasing a heifer from my Dad or keeping a heifer from my own stock,” says Cash.

“My goal is to have my Masters in animal nutrition which includes 2 years at Lakeland College and 2 years at the University of Saskatchewan,” adds Cash. “All my life, I have loved the outdoors and wanted to pursue a career in something I loved. Being raised on a ranch, I have learned that taking care of animals is No. 1, so by taking this program, I hope to learn more about the well-being of all livestock animals.

“Raised by great parents, I was taught that community and family are important — I should help wherever needed.”

Cash volunteers with the Big Country Agricultural Society, Rod and Gun Club, United Church in Oyen, Sibbald Community Club and whenever a neighbour is in need of help. He has been an East Sounding Creek 4-H Beef Club member for 7 years.

“I am a hard worker and hope to return to the community to help wherever needed — whether it’s volunteering or helping the community with their livestock nutrition needs,” concludes Cash.