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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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