It’s hard to believe that convention is
upon us again. In less than a month, Convention 2015 will be kicking off with
the President’s Reception on Thursday June 4th at Angus Central.
The Canadian Angus Association (CAA)
National Convention is the Annual General Meeting for the association coupled
with outstanding tours, events and hospitality, making it a must-attend event
for progressive Angus breeders. This will be my third time attending National
Convention, and I have seen firsthand the value of the event as a networking
opportunity for Angus breeders.
This year the event will be held in
Calgary, Alberta and the theme is “Yes We Can.” Some of the key events that
should be highlights of this years’ Convention include:
·
Open house at Bow Valley
Genetics in Brooks, AB on June 3rd
·
Golfing at Beaver Dam Golf
course on June 4th
·
Shopping trip to Irvine’s Tack
& Western Wear on June 4th which features lunch at Pasu Fine
Dining Experience & Sheepskin Boutique
·
Presidents Reception at Angus
Central on June 4th featuring light refreshments and the Robert Cameron
McHaffie Ambassador competition
·
Cattlemen’s Connection Day on
June 5th featuring a panel discussion, keynote speakers and
afternoon tours
·
Breakfast with the Board of
Directors as well as Staff Information sessions on June 6th
·
CAA AGM, CAF AGM and Convention
Banquet on June 6th followed by award presentations, the ‘CAF
Building the Legacy Sale 4’ and a dance to conclude the evening
·
Northern Alberta Angus tour on
June 7th
·
Trip to Banff, AB on June 8th
The number and scope of events on this list
speak to the value of National Convention to Canadian Angus breeders and Angus
enthusiasts alike. Whether you are a large Angus producer, small Angus producer
or a Junior Angus member, you will no doubt benefit from attending the event.
There will be lots of Angus breeders in attendance from near and far which
should be invaluable from a networking perspective.
Be sure to get registered as soon as possible
as the early registration deadline is May 15th. Full details
available at cdnangus.ca/members/agm.htm or by calling 1-888-571-3580.
Matt Bates – CAA Summer Marketing Intern
Posted by Karla Ness Feedback: cdnangus@cdnangus.ca
