Tim Ansems is a graduate of Dalhousie University where he earned a degree in Biological Engineering with an emphasis in Bio-Systems (Agriculture). He is a self-employed poultry and grain farmer in Port Williams, Nova Scotia. He has contributed 9+ years of service as a board member with Chicken Farmers of Nova Scotia (CFNS), serving some of his time as Chairperson. He has served as an Alternate Director for the Chicken Farmers of Canada, representing Nova Scotia and was selected to attend the 2012 Annual Public Forum at the World Trade Organization.
Tim is married to Angela Johnston, founder of Priority Kids, and provides ongoing administrative and technical support as well as being a strategic thought partner. Tim and Angela have three unique and spirited children, two of whom are adults. In his spare time, he likes to play indoor and outdoor soccer, and the occasional game of Ping Pong.