CBCA

02/11/2024

The deadline for nominations for Director was 5 p m yesterday. Corey Perry and Chris Jobe are elected by acclamation in the West Region and Stacey Beatty Rember by acclamation in the East Region for the two year term beginning January 1.

I look forward to working with the new Board.

Alanna Leach opted not to run for re-election. We'll all miss her and we are grateful for her contributions.

Tara Dier, Secretary, CBCA

Photo: Alanna Leach

04/09/2024

The CBCA is pleased to have supported the Canadian Cattle Dog Associations Championships. Winners were:

CBCA Open dog: Milton Scott
CBCA Nursery dog: Campbell Forsyth & Jill

Breeders award:

Sire: Milton Scott's Bob (Doc)
Dam: Marcel & Jolie Vermette's Dot (Tryggr)

25/08/2024

Milt Scott and Bob are the CBCA Double Lift Champions. Reserve are Scott Glen & Pip. Congratulations to all competitiors.

13/08/2024

We do not know yet if a World Trial will be held on the usual 3 year timetable in 2026. The CBCA Board, in hopes it will, has set the criteria for selection of the team for that year. Find it at https://www.canadianbordercollies.org/new-world-trial.

The World Sheepdog Trials is an international competition where skilled sheepdogs and handlers showcase their ability to herd sheep through a series of tasks and obstacles. This event typically brings together participants from various countries, all aiming to demonstrate their expertise in handling

13/08/2024

CBCA President Tracy Hinton has sent a letter to federal Minister of Heath Mark Holland regarding the recent changes to the rules for importing dogs into the US. You can read it at https://www.canadianbordercollies.org/news.

The CBCA is pleased to have been able to support the Canadian Cattle Dog Associations annual Championship with a prize buckle and $500 cash for the winner. Shown is CCDA vice president Peter Gonnet presenting the winner Curtis Knox with the buckle, while winning dog Grace looks on.

05/08/2024

Please note that the CBCA Registrar’s office will be closed from August 13-28th. Registrations and queries directed to the Registrar’s office received during this time period will not be processed until Tara’s return. Any queries of an urgent nature, not related to registrations, can be directed to [email protected]. Thank you.

28/05/2024

A reminder that to be eligible to run in the CBCA Championship Double Lift or the Nursery Championship in August, handlers must be members and dogs must be registered with the CBCA. The deadline for applications is June 1, 2024. Information on membership and registration is on the CBCA website canadianbordercollies.org. To confirm membership or registration contact the Registrar.

- Tara Dier, Registrar

28/04/2024

27/04/2024

Thank you, American Border Collie Assoc., for your generous donation.

26/04/2024

The CBCA would like to thank Inukshuk Professional Dog FoodProfessional Dog food for their continued support of the Canadian Border Collie Championship!

16/04/2024

Find us at the Canadian Border Collie Association booth, at PetFest at Spruce Meadows Apr 19-21! We will be promoting the breed, the registry and the 2024 Canadian Border Collie Championship. We will also be handing out Inukshuk Professional Dog Food samples. Thank you Inukshuk for sponsoring the Canadian Border Collie Championship!

10/04/2024

The CBCA Board is currently accepting bids to host the 2025 CBCA Championships, to be held in the Eastern part of the country. Bids must be submitted no later than June 1, 2024. Please review our website for details.

Bids must be submitted no later than June 1 of the year prior to the Championships. The Board of Directors will make every effort to award the successful applicant no later than August 1 of the year prior to the Championships.

19/01/2024

CBCA members with annual memberships are reminded that membership runs by calendar year, ending at the end of December. Renewal is easy on our web page, and payment can be made by etransfer or by cheque.

Please be sure to renew if you have a listing on the Breeders and Trainers page, a free service to paid-up members.

- Tara Dier, Secretary