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    Canada’s beef producers were the first to develop a Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Beef Cattle in the 1990’s. The CCA participated in the rigorous review process to update the new Code released in 2013.

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    Advocacy is a crucial part of CCA business. Advocacy ensures the interests of Canada’s beef cattle producers are known to key influencers and well-represented in trade negotiations.

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    CCA won its battle against U.S. mandatory Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) in December 2015 when the U.S. repealed the discriminatory legislation for beef and pork, and USDA provided notification that COOL for beef and pork would no longer be enforced. The successful conclusion of this file followed a WTO arbitration panel decision authorizing Canada to implement retaliatory tariffs of $1.055B CAD over COOL.

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    CCA spearheaded the development of the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef to ensure Canada continues to produce beef in an environmentally sound, socially responsible and economically viable manner.

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    As the voice of Canada’s 60,000 beef farms and feedlots, CCA is the go-to source for industry news. CCA also hosts lobbying and networking events on Parliament Hill and Town Hall meetings across Canada.

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    CCA and its divisions provide the information, analysis and resources producers need to continue to do their job well. CCA works to advance the interests of the Canadian industry in important areas including market access and trade, policy and regulation, research and innovation and sustainability.

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  • Animal Care


    The success of the Canadian cattle industry relies on healthy, well cared for cattle. The beef cattle industry follows the Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Beef Cattle. Codes of Practice are science-informed national guidelines for the care and handling of farm animals.

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  • Environmental Sustainability


    The Canadian beef industry is a global leader in sustainable beef production. Through responsible stewardship of Canada’s natural resources, and continual improvements, innovation and commitment of producers, the industry will continue to contribute to the growth of the green economy in Canada.

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  • Healthy Landscapes


    Responsible beef production practices contribute to healthy soil and grasslands. Appropriate grazing management supports healthy grassland and soil ecosystems by maintaining plant vigour, and minimizing encroachment by brush, weeds, and other invasive species.

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  • Beef Production


    Canada has one of the healthiest national cattle herds in the world. The production of high quality beef begins the way it has for more than a century in Canada – with the raising of calves alongside mother cows on pastures and grasslands.

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  • Calving Season


    Calving typically coincides with the emerging spring grass so that the mother cow will have nutritious grass to eat, which helps produce an abundance of milk for her calf. Producers keep close watch during calving for birthing problems that may require their assistance or help from a veterinarian.

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  • Ranch Life


    The vast majority of beef operations in Canada are family run. The average number of head on a Canadian cattle operation is 169 and the average beef cow herd size is 69. Raising cattle is a lot of hard work and requires passion and commitment from farm families.

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  • CCA Events


    The CCA’s Annual General Meeting in Ottawa brings together directors from provincial member associations to determine policy for the industry. The meeting also allows CCA the opportunity to meet with Ministers, Members of Parliament, Senators and other key influencers as well as host an annual reception held near Parliament Hill.

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  • Infographic Resources


    It's a fact: sustainable beef production in Canada is grounded in research and innovation as well as the stewardship and conservation efforts of cattle producers. Discover the different beef breeds in Canada including made-in-Canada breeds.

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  • EVENT: U.S. Embassy in Ottawa Reception


    U.S. Embassy in Ottawa Reception: CCA leadership and Ottawa staff met with United States Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft at the U.S. Embassy in March 2019 to discuss common U.S.-Canada interests in the North American cattle and beef sectors.

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  • EVENT: CCA Parliamentary Reception


    CCA Parliamentary Reception 2019: CCA held an action-packed 2019 annual general meeting in Ottawa. The Beef Industry Innovation and Sustainability Award (BIISA) was presented to the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef founding council and members during CCA’s annual parliamentary reception at the Sir John A. Macdonald Building. Fittingly, certified sustainable beef was served along with a selection of Canadian beer and wine.

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    • Partners Program
      • Prime Partnership
      • AAA Partnership
      • AA Partnership
      • Become a Partner
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    • Engaging with Government
    • Regulations Affecting Producers
    • Talking to your Member of Parliament
      • Talking Tips
      • Contacting your Member of Parliament
    • Lobbying Issues
      • Competitiveness
      • Market Access
      • Domestic Issues
      • International Issues
      • Other Priority Issues
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    • Introduction to Foreign Trade
    • Market Access Strategy
      • BSE
    • Trade Agreements
    • WTO Disputes
    • Marketing Beef
      • Canadian Cattlemen Market Development Council and Legacy Fund
      • CCMDC Strategy and Reports
      • AIBMDF Information
    • Canadian Beef Advantage
      • BIXS
    • Market Access Requirements
      • EU
      • CFIA approved veterinarians for the EU GEP Free Program
  • Sustainability
    • Overview
    • Social Sustainability
      • Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Beef Cattle
      • Related Animal Care Legislation
    • Economic Sustainability
      • Sector Viability
    • Environmental Sustainability
      • Biodiversity
      • Regulations
    • Contributors to Sustainability
      • Beef Cattle Research Council
      • NBIDF Archive
      • NBIDF Project Archive
      • Cattlemen’s Young Leaders program
      • Canadian Cattlemen’s Foundation
      • Beef Industry Innovation & Sustainability Award (BIISA)
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      • Infographic Resources
      • EVENT: U.S. Embassy in Ottawa Reception
      • EVENT: CCA Parliamentary Reception
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      • Beef Myths Debunked
      • Ranch Life
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      • Cattle Handling in Feedlots
    • Standards and Practices
      • Traceability
      • Verified Beef Production Plus
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