Joint Statement: Provinces support facilitated dialogue on CCA Reform

Provincial members held several meetings in September at the CCA semi-annual meeting in Quebec to discuss CCA representation, future funding, and governance matters in light of the concerns that have been raised by ABP.

While we do not believe there are governance or transparency failures within the CCA, we do have concerns and see value in a process of continuous improvement. Similar questions and concerns have been raised by a number of provinces beyond ABP, and it was felt that working together as provincial members would be the most constructive path forward for both the CCA and the broader membership across the country.

Provinces are aligned in their view that an independent, facilitated discussion among members on governance, structure, and funding would provide the best opportunity for thoughtful dialogue. This will allow provincial members to bring forward well-considered recommendations before further engagement with CCA leadership.

We respectfully ask that the CCA board and leadership place trust in the provinces to carry out this work. A provincial working group will begin its efforts as soon as possible, with the goal of engaging with CCA promptly following the completion of this initial phase.

This statement was submitted for the ABP Magazine by: British Columbia Cattlemen’s Association, Alberta Beef Producers, Saskatchewan Cattle Association, Manitoba Beef Producers, Beef Farmers of Ontario, Les Producteurs de bovins du Québec, Nova Scotia Cattle Producers, New Brunswick Cattle Producers, Prince Edward Island Cattle Producers Association

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This was first published in Volume 5 Issue 3 of ABP Magazine (Fall 2025). Watch for more digital content from the magazine on ABP Daily.