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McDonald’s Canada grows its investment in young leaders of the beef industry
Calgary, AB – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to announce McDonald’s Canada as a Platinum Partner of its Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) Program. McDonald’s Canada has been a generous Foundation Partner of the program since 2017. This elevated partnership marks an exciting milestone, as McDonald’s Canada becomes the very first Platinum Partner […]
December 13, 2023
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Beef cattle producers and environmental organizations team up on climate change solutions and launch new grassland initiative
Ottawa, ON – Today, the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) together with Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) and the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) hosted an independent pre-COP28 dialogue on climate adaptation through sustainable livestock systems. The event explored bridging the nexus of climate change and biodiversity loss through cross-cutting themes of sustainable production systems and food […]
October 25, 2023
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Cattle producers support MP Kody Blois’ private members’ bill that aims to improve regulatory competitiveness for Canadian agriculture
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) and National Cattle Feeders’ Association (NCFA) are pleased to support in principle, Member of Parliament (MP) Kody Blois’ Bill C-359, An Act to amend the Feeds Act, the Seeds Act and the Pest Control Products Act (provisional registration and approval). The amendments outlined in Bill C-359, which […]
October 19, 2023
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New campaign urges the federal Government to defend Canada’s science-based standards in international meat industry
Ottawa, ON – Today, the Canadian Cattle Association, Canadian Meat Council, and National Cattle Feeders’ Association are publicly launching our campaign “Say No to A Bad Deal” to stand up for science-based trade standards. In July, the Government of Canada announced the accession of the United Kingdom (UK) to the Comprehensive Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific […]
September 12, 2023
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Canadian Cattle Young Leaders announces 2023 Finalists
Calgary, AB – The Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) Program, a national youth initiative of the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA), is pleased to announce its 16 finalists for the 2023-2024 program year. The annual CYL Selections competition took place on August 15, 2023, at the Canadian Beef Industry Conference in Calgary, AB. During the competition, […]
August 31, 2023
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Alberta’s Wray Ranch receive prestigious national environmental stewardship award
Calgary, AB – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to announce Wray Ranch, located near Irricana, Alberta, as the recipient of The Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA) for 2023. Doug and Linda Wray, who own and operate Wray Ranch in partnership with their nephew, Tim Wray and his wife Joanne, are recognized for their focus […]
August 17, 2023
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CCA encouraged by advancement on key policy priorities including Livestock Price Insurance at FPT Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting
Fredericton, New Brunswick – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is encouraged by the outcomes coming out of the Federal, Territorial, and Provincial (FPT) Agriculture Ministers’ meeting held in Fredericton this week. Notably, we are pleased with the momentum gained in the conversations concerning Livestock Price Insurance (LPI) for Maritime cattle producers. “An LPI expansion to […]
July 21, 2023
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Canadian Beef and Pork Industries Strongly Opposed to UK Accession to CPTPP Outcomes for Canadian Meat
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Meat Council (CMC), Canadian Cattle Association (CCA), and the Canadian Pork Council (CPC) are deeply disappointed with the agreement announced by the Minister of Trade today to grant the United Kingdom (UK) accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). The CPTPP has, until now, provided a […]
July 15, 2023
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Canadian Cattle Young Leaders names its 2023 semi-finalists
Calgary, AB – The Canadian Cattle Association’s (CCA) Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) Program is pleased to announce its semi-finalists for the upcoming 2023-2024 program year. Since established by CCA in 2010, the Canadian CYL Program welcomes young people ages 18-35 from across Canada involved in all areas of the beef supply chain to build […]
June 28, 2023
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Canadian cattle producers welcome the Government of Canada’s announcement of the first Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) welcomes yesterday’s announcement of the progress in establishing the first Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office (IPAAO) that will be located in Manila, Philippines by the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food at the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) board meeting. The IPAAO will be resourced […]
June 8, 2023
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Increased beef access into Taiwan welcome news for Canadian cattle producers
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) welcomes the announcement that Taiwan is restoring full market access for Canadian beef in the coming weeks. The news comes on the heels of Minister of International Trade, Mary Ng’s attendance at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meeting. “Cattle producers are pleased to learn that Taiwan […]
May 26, 2023
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Government of Canada fails to meet Canadian beef industry needs with CPTPP accession deal
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is disappointed the Government of Canada announced yesterday that Canada has reached a market access agreement that will form the basis for the United Kingdom (UK) to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) without achieving viable access for Canadian beef to the UK. […]
March 31, 2023
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Canadian Cattle Association welcomes Budget 2023 investment in animal health emergency preparedness
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) welcomes today’s announcement by Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland of the proposed creation of a Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccine bank with an investment of $57.5 million over five years to develop emergency response plans and establish the vaccine bank. With the threat […]
March 28, 2023
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CCA elects new leadership team, sets course for the coming year
Ottawa, ON – Last week saw the election of a new leadership team, essential discussions on important issues to Canadian cattle producers, and the setting of priorities for the coming year at the 2023 Canadian Cattle Association’s (CCA) annual general meeting (AGM). Nathan Phinney and Tyler Fulton were acclaimed President and Vice-President, respectively for 2023-24. […]
March 27, 2023
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Collaboration is key in conserving and enhancing biodiversity on lands managed by beef producers
Calgary, AB – As the global policy conversations come to a close at COP15, the important connection between raising cattle in Canada and collaboration between industry, government and conservation partners, were underscored as critical elements to protecting nature and enhancing biodiversity. Together with our conservation partners, the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) and the Canadian Roundtable […]
December 21, 2022
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Canadian cattle producers mourn the loss of Reg Schellenberg
*Updated on December 5, 2022 Calgary, AB – It is with tremendous sorrow that the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) shares the news of the sudden passing of our President, Reg Schellenberg, on December 2, 2022. “Reg’s legacy and impact on the Canadian cattle industry will be felt for years to come. His gentle demeanor and […]
December 3, 2022
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Canadian cattle sector shows leadership at climate focused COP27 by unveiling actions to meet ambitious goals
Calgary, AB – As COP27 wraps up, the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to see livestock management systems recognized for many environmental benefits and its role in helping achieve long-term climate objectives. CCA’s Bob Lowe and Mitchell Zoratti participated in COP27 as official observers and as part of Canada’s official delegation and were on […]
November 21, 2022
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Canadian cattle producers welcome investments in Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy
Ottawa, Ontario – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to see Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy details released, which includes our priority trade recommendations and will be key to further increasing market access for Canadian beef. The Indo-Pacific region holds the greatest potential for market growth and diversification, with a growing middle class, GDP, and food […]
November 18, 2022
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Canadian Cattle Young Leaders announces 2022-2023 program year mentors
Calgary, AB – Canadian Cattle Young Leaders is pleased to announce this year’s industry-leading mentors who are kindly investing their expertise and time to lend a helping hand to the next generation of the Canadian beef industry. Each year, Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) selects 16 program participants ages 18-35 from across the country and […]
November 15, 2022
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Canadian beef sector marks five years of CETA
Ottawa, Ontario – On September 21, 2022, Canadian cattle producers will mark the fifth anniversary of the implementation of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between Canada and the European Union (EU) with disappointment and resolve. The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) remains a leading supporter of opening access for Canadian beef exports to the […]
September 20, 2022
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Cattlemen’s Young Leaders Mentorship Program announces 2022 finalists
Calgary, AB – The Cattlemen’s Young Leaders (CYL) Mentorship Program, a national youth initiative of the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA), is pleased to announce its 16 finalists for the 2022-2023 program year. The annual CYL Selections competition made an exciting return to the Canadian Beef Industry Conference (CBIC) in Penticton, B.C. on Tuesday, August 16, […]
August 31, 2022
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B.C.’s Bar 7 Ranch named 2022 TESA recipient
Penticton, British Columbia – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to announce Bar 7 Ranch, located in Rock Creek, British Columbia (B.C.) as the recipient of The Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA) for 2022. Doug and Erika Fossen, who own and operate Bar 7 Ranch, are recognized for their proactive rangeland management, fire mitigation efforts […]
August 18, 2022
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Canadian Cattle Association welcomes increased funding commitments under the Next Agricultural Policy Framework
Saskatoon, SK – Today, Canada’s agriculture ministers gathered in Saskatchewan for their annual federal-provincial-territorial (FPT) meeting where they announced $500 million in new funds for the Next Agricultural Policy Framework, a 25 per cent increase from the previous Framework. The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to see the increased investments and echo the FPT […]
July 22, 2022
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Canadian Cattle Association launches with new brand identity
Ottawa, ON – Today, the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) launched a new brand identity, highlighting the strong and diverse group invested in raising some of the world’s best beef — one that is dynamic, forward-thinking, climate positive and quintessentially Canadian. Formerly the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association, the brand refresh includes a new CCA logo created with […]
July 7, 2022
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Canadian meat industry pleased to see exemption for ground meats in Health Canada’s final Front-of-Package labelling regulations
Ottawa, ON – Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health announced the finalized Front-of-Package labelling regulations, part of the Government of Canada’s Healthy Eating Strategy. In the finalized regulations, ground beef and pork are exempt from the requirement of having a front-of-package warning label. We are pleased that the Government of Canada listened to […]
June 30, 2022
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Quebec and Canadian cattle producers urge Health Canada to reconsider proposed regulations to add warning label on ground beef
Ottawa, ON – Cattle producers from Quebec and across the country are raising concerns with Health Canada’s proposed regulations to put a front-of-package warning label on ground beef, a single ingredient, nutrient dense protein. If Health Canada moves forward with this proposed regulation, Canada will be the only country in the world to put a […]
June 16, 2022
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Cattle farmers and ranchers strongly oppose Health Canada’s proposed front-of-package warning label for ground beef
Updated on June 8, 2022 Calgary, AB – The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) is strongly urging Health Canada to exempt all classes of ground beef from front-of-package (FOP) regulations. Canadians should feel confident that the ground beef they love continues to be an accessible and nutritious choice. Health Canada is proposing regulations which would require […]
June 3, 2022
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Cattlemen’s Young Leaders Mentorship Program names its 2022 semi-finalists
Calgary, AB – The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association’s (CCA) Cattlemen’s Young Leaders (CYL) Mentorship Program is pleased to announce its 24 semi-finalists for the upcoming 2022-2023 program year. The CYL Program welcomes young people ages 18-35 from across Canada involved in all areas of the beef supply chain and seeks to build the next generation of […]
May 17, 2022
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CCA comments on the Government of Canada’s 2022 Budget, recognizes investments in supply chain resiliency, climate smart agriculture, labour, and rural infrastructure
Ottawa, ON – Today, the Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, the Hon. Chrystia Freeland, released the 2022 Federal Budget. Agriculture themes included supply chain resiliency, climate smart agriculture, labour, and key investments in rural infrastructure. As expected, a commitment to continue investing in the Canadian Agriculture Partnership, which is to be renewed in 2023, […]
April 7, 2022
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New leadership elected at CCA AGM and priorities for the year established
Ottawa, ON – At the 2022 Annual General Meeting (AGM), the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) Board Members elected its new leadership team and through productive discussions, set the organization’s course for next year. Reg Schellenberg and Nathan Phinney were elected President and Vice President, respectively for 2022-23. Schellenberg takes the reins from Bob Lowe, who […]
March 30, 2022
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Canadian beef producers call on Federal Government to immediately introduce back to work legislation following CP Rail work stoppage
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) and the National Cattle Feeders’ Association (NCFA) are calling for the immediate introduction of back to work legislation following the work stoppage at Canadian Pacific Railway (CP Rail) on March 20, 2022. Western Canadian cattle producers are dependent on feed shipments from the United States (U.S.) due […]
March 21, 2022
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Canadian beef producers call for resolution prior to work stoppage at CP Rail to avoid feed shortage emergency
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) and the National Cattle Feeders’ Association (NCFA) remains hopeful that the progression of the collective bargaining negotiations between the Canadian Pacific Railway (CP Rail) and the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference will avoid a work stoppage and subsequent significant impacts to Canada’s beef sector. On March 16, 2022, CP […]
March 18, 2022
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CCA and NCFA calling for swift resolution to impending Canadian Pacific Railway strike action
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) and the National Feeders’ Association (NCFA) are highly concerned about the potential impacts of a rail strike, including devastating consequences to Canada’s beef industry. Western Canadian cattle producers are dependent on feed shipments from the U.S. because of the hard-hitting drought producers faced last year from BC through […]
March 3, 2022
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Canadian Cattle Association Announces New Environment and Climate Change Team
The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to share the new Environment and Climate Change Team, comprised of Mitchell Zoratti, who has been promoted to Environment and Climate Change Manager and new staff member Graydon Garner, Environment and Climate Change Coordinator. CCA’s previous Environment and Climate Change Manager, Larry Thomas, retired at the end of […]
May 14, 2025
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Jennifer Babcock Promoted to Chief Government and International Affairs Officer
The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to announce the promotion of Jennifer Babcock to Chief Government and International Affairs Officer, a new leadership role within the organization. Since first joining CCA, Babcock has a proven track record of advocacy successes including multiple campaigns, issues management and continuing to build our reputation as an effective […]
May 1, 2025
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Canadian Cattle Association Congratulates New Government
On behalf of beef producers across Canada, the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) congratulates the Liberal Party of Canada on forming the next federal government and welcomes all Members of Parliament elected or re-elected to Canada’s 45th Parliament. In order to grow our herd, meet the increasing world demand for high quality beef, and keep our […]
April 30, 2025
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CCA Elects New Leadership for 2025–2026
The Canadian Cattle Association completed its 2025 Annual General Meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2025 in Ottawa with a number of events, meetings and election of a new Board of Directors. Tyler Fulton of Birtle, Manitoba moves into the president position taking over from Nathan Phinney of Sackville, New Brunswick who remains on the Board […]
March 21, 2025
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CCA Pleased to See Sustained Increase to Interest-Free Portion of Loans under Advance Payments Program
On Friday, March 7, the Hon. Lawrence MacAulay, Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agrifood,announced that for the fourth straight growing season the federal government wouldincrease the interest-free portion of loans under the Advance Payments Program (APP) to$250,000 rather than the default of $100,000. CCA has been advocating for the limit to be kept at $350,000, […]
March 11, 2025
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Canadian Cattle Young Leaders recognizes 2024–2025 program mentors
Calgary, AB — Canadian Cattle Young Leaders is pleased to announce this program year’s industry-leading mentors who are kindly investing their expertise and time to offer guidance to the next generation of the Canadian beef industry. Each year, the Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) Program selects 16 program participants ages 18–35 from across the country and […]
February 5, 2025
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Canadian Beef Producers Extremely Disappointed by US Tariffs to Begin February 4
February 2, 2025—for immediate release Calgary, AB – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) and National Cattle Feeders’ Association (NCFA) are extremely disappointed that 25% tariffs will be implemented on Tuesday, February 4 on all products imported into the United States from Canada. We will continue working together with the Government of Canada and partners on […]
February 2, 2025
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Farm groups call for reversal of capital gains inclusion rate
(OTTAWA, ON – January 17, 2025) The over 130,000 Canadian farmers and ranchers represented by the Canadian Canola Growers Association, Canadian Cattle Association and Grain Growers of Canada are calling on the Government of Canada to reverse its decision to administer the proposed capital gains inclusion rate legislation. Despite the fact that the Deputy Prime […]
January 17, 2025
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Canadian Cattle Association Welcomes New Communications Manager
Calgary, AB – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) welcomes Tina Zakowsky to the Canadian Cattle Association team as Communications Manager in the Calgary head office. Tina has spent the last 18 years working in communications roles at the Canadian Angus Association. She volunteers for the Calgary Stampede and has volunteered with the Canadian Beef Industry […]
January 6, 2025
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New trade agreement between Canada and Indonesia will bring new opportunities for Canadian Beef producers.
Calgary, Alberta On behalf of Canada’s 60,000 beef producers, the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA)welcomes the recently announced trade agreement between Canada and Indonesia. During the Team Canada Trade Mission to Indonesia, Canada’s Minister of International Tradesigned a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Canada and Indonesia to establish abilateral dialogue on sanitary and phytosanitary issues to […]
December 3, 2024
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