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PRESIDENT’S LETTER
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It’s that time of year again – the time when our Royal hopefuls in agriculture, food products and equine sport turn their attention to participation in our upcoming show – the 95th Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. On behalf of The Royal’s staff, volunteers and Board of Directors, I would like to welcome you as an exhibitor. I have had the privilege of of serving as President and Chairman of The Board at The Royal since 2016. Based on our success last year, I am more excited than ever to preside over our 2017 Fair. The Royal has been — and still is — all about excellence in agriculture, food and equine sport. The Royal is the culmination of the shows and competitions our exhibitors enter each year to bring the best of the best to this prestigious event. For the exhibitors who enter our competitions, winning or placing well at The Royal can represent a significant business opportunity. That’s because a Royal Champion Ayrshire cow, Suffolk sheep or Angus bull will be worth more than it was
before our show. Of course, The Royal is about more than business — it’s also about pride. Whether you exhibit jam, honey, maple syrup or cheese, winning at The Royal creates a sense of pride that burns as brightly in the year it is earned as it does in the memory of champions from years past.While The Royal is steeped in tradition, it is also moving forward to embrace new technology and best-in-class practices. At the centre of our ambitious plans remain the goals of improving our exhibitors’ experience. In 2016, we made some big changes to better our livestock exhibitors’ experiences, including: relocating and expanding The Ring of Excellence as well as The Lower East Annex Ring. The new Rings featured better sightlines and livestreaming of all large livestock events in the Ring of Excellence. TV monitors in the cattle barn kept exhibitors up to speed on what took place in the Ring of Excellence, and livestreaming opened our cattle shows to a wider audience than ever before.
Agricultural products such as jams and jellies, cheese, honey and maple product competitions are also central to the Royal experience. The Royal will continue its Champions Day event to showcase our food product winners. With the support of Celebrate Ontario, The Royal will tour parts of Ontario in advance of the Fair to link farmers, food processors and chefs in demonstration and sampling events that will culminate at The Royal in November. In this way, we plan to celebrate the excellence of Ontario’s food and culinary arts. The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is a great Canadian tradition – now 95 years young. By competing in The Royal, you are part of our tradition — and part of our future. I wish you every success in the Royal competition of your choice in 2017. We appreciate your participation and your loyalty. Rest assured that we continue to work hard to create a best-in-class experience for you. We look forward to seeing you this November.
Andrew McKee, PresidentRoyal Agricultural Winter Fair
John Deere is proud to support this world-class event celebrating thehard work of farmers across the country.
The Official Equipment Sponsor of The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
GENERAL INFORMATION
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AGRICULTURE SHOW OFFICE Agriculture Show Office Coordinator Murray Gregory (416) 263-3418 [email protected] active after September 14, 2017
ADMINISTRATION Chief Executive Officer Charlie Johnstone 263-3401 [email protected]
Executive Assistant Kelly Hughes 263-3406 [email protected]
AGRICULTURE SHOW Director, Agriculture & Food Peter Hohenadel 263-3482 [email protected]
Manager, Agriculture & Food Rebecca Egan 263-3440 [email protected]
Agriculture & Food Coordinator Shaniece Mitchell 263- 3433 [email protected]
FINANCEDirector, Finance Janet Scott 263-3469 [email protected]
Financial Administrator Kelly Manning 263-3496 [email protected]
OPERATIONS Manager, Operations Gabe Simms 263-3408 [email protected]
HORSE SHOW Manager, Equestrian & Breed Sport Christine Reupke 263-3407 [email protected]
Horse Show Manager Peter Doubleday 263-3417Director, Event & Broadcast Robert MacAskill 263-3498 [email protected]
SPONSORSHIP SALES AND DEVELOPMENT Senior Manager, Corporate Development Caitlin O’Neill 263-3437 [email protected]
Sales Manager, Commercial, Premium TBA 263-3424Hospitality & Special Events
MARKETING Manager, Marketing Communications Karen Poncelet 263-3411& Community Relations [email protected]
HOSPITALITY Director, Hospitality & Special Events Tim Lilleyman 263-3413 [email protected]
FEATURE PROGRAMMINGManager, Features & Education Ana Stuart 263-3495 [email protected]
THE ROYAL AGRICULTURAL WINTER FAIR Main Reception (416) 263-3400
GENERAL INFORMATION
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PARKING VIOLATIONSThe RAWF will not be responsible for payment of parking violations incurred by any person(s) prior to, during or after the RAWF
LIVESTOCK TRAILER PARKINGExhibitors’ livestock trailers will be parked OFF Exhibition grounds at no charge during the RAWF in designated lots assigned by The RAWF. A map to allocated parking locations will be provided during move in/arrival. It is requested that all exhibitors requiring parking for their trucks and trailers pro-vide that information on the entry form so that The RAWF may appropriately allocate space for parking in 2017.
SHUTTLE SERVICEA shuttle will operate between the Enercare Centre/RICOH Coliseum Buildings and the Ontario Place parking lot on a regular basis. There will be no charge for this service.
ONTARIO HYDRO SAFETY REGULATIONSThe Ontario Electrical Safety Code Rule 2-022, requires that all electrical equipment must be approved before it may lawfully be advertised, displayed, offered for sale, sold, or oth-erwise disposed of or used in this Province. It is, therefore, the responsibility of each exhibitor to ensure that all electri-cal equipment in, on or about his/her booth comply with the above regulations. This includes electrical merchandise as well as lighting and display equipment.Should any of this equipment not comply, it is recommended that you request temporary permission to exhibit while the necessary electrical approval certification is being sought:
Electrical Safety Authority Attn.: Provincial Code Engineer 155 Matheson Road West Mississauga, ON L5R 3L5 Tel: (905) 712-5363
Failure to comply could result in the equipment being refused connection to the source of electrical supply and may even be ordered to be removed from the display.ELECTRICAL POWER: The electrical power in all buildings is 60 cycle. The outlets in most buildings have three prongs. All electrical appliances used in buildings where such outlets have been installed must be equipped with cords having three-pronged grounded plugs.COOKING APPLIANCES: No cooking units shall be allowed in the buildings. ELECTRICAL SERVICES: All exhibitors must use the ser-vices of the in-house electrical company contacted through Enercare Centre.
ATTENTION UNITED STATES AND FOREIGN EXHIBITORS
PAYMENT OF FEES1. All fees must be paid in Canadian Funds.2. In order to obtain maximum premium on US funds,
(1) pay by credit card, VISA or MASTERCARD accepted or (2) purchase a Canadian Dollar Draft or Money Order at your Bank or Post Office.
3. DO NOT SEND cheques drawn on US Banks marked as “Payable in Canadian Dollars,” as we are unable to negotiate same. International exhibitors MUST pay the HST charges on their entries, as the service is being pro-vided in Canada.
CUSTOMSExhibits from the United States or any other foreign coun-try will be admitted in bond without collection of duties, if returned within ninety days from date of importation. Exhib-itors from outside Canada should contact the RAWF’s desig-nated customs broker:
Livingston Event Logistics 40 University Avenue, Suite 400, Toronto, ON, M5J 1T1. Tel 416-863-9339 or Fax 416-863-5149.
Livingston Event Logistics have offices at most Ports of Entry to Canada. It is suggested that exhibitors contact Livingston Event Logistics well in advance of entry to Canada.
U.S. Livestock Exhibitors – Import permits are necessary for temporary entry to Canada. Please refer to the Rules & Reg-ulations for detailed permit instructions and requirements for Breeding Cattle imported from the United States to Canada on temporary status.
MAILING ADDRESSRoyal Agricultural Winter Fair 39 Manitoba DriveEnercare CentreExhibition PlaceToronto, ON M6K 3C3Canada
SHIPPING ADDRESSRoyal Agricultural Winter Fair Door 33, Manitoba DriveEnercare Centre Exhibition PlaceToronto, ON M6K 3C3Canada
GENERAL INFORMATION
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The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair has an established Endowment Fund which exists to provide reserves for responsible financial management, and also to provide a source of funding for initiatives deemed critical to advanc-ing the objectives of The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. Enriching The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Endowment Fund is an important responsibility shared by those who are committed to the future of this great Canadian insti-tution. The demands today are significant, and the dreams for tomorrow limitless – and we all have the ability to con-tribute either directly or indirectly.If you would like more information about The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Endowment Fund, including details as to how to make a contribution, please contact the Chief Executive Officer, Royal Agricultural Winter Fair at 416-263-3400.
Since 1996, the Federated Women’s Institutes of Ontario (FWIO) have recognized the significant contribution made by women in agriculture at The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair by presenting them with the prestigious Women of Excellence in Agriculture Award.
Criteria for SelectionOpen to all women currently or previously involved in agri-culture, The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair and their com-munity (i.e. 4-H, Fair Board or Plowing Match).
NominationsYour nomination package must include:A typed profile, not to exceed 500 words, describing the agricultural work of the nominee, involvement at The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair and in their community. Three nominators, providing letters of recommendation (not to exceed one page each) and the nominee’s contact information
Call for NominationsFWIO invites you to recognize a deserving woman who has tirelessly contributed to “excellence in agriculture” at The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. The winner will be FWIO’s guest of honour at the Tribute to Agricultural Excellence Luncheon, where the award will be presented.
SelectionThe winner will be selected by an appointed committee of FWIO representatives and notified by September 30.
Applications available from:Federated Women’s Institutes of Ontario 552 Ridge RoadStoney Creek, ON L8J 2Y6 Phone: 905-662-2691Email: [email protected]: Submit completed nomination packages by June 30th each year. All nominations are to be sent to the FWIO Offices.
1996 Miriam Detwiler1996 Joy Palmer1997 Evelyn McCutcheon 1998 Grace Oesch1999 Cathy Wilson Pinkney 2000 Cathy Lasby2001 Jane Whaley 2002 Josie Wintersinger 2003 Sharon Douglas
2005 Monica Veit 2007 Judy Shelley 2008 Joanne Currie 2009 Doris Aitken 2011 Katie Normet2012 Karen Eastman Velthuis2013 Mary Ann Found2014 Donna Willows2015 Pat Marcotte
WOMEN OF EXCELLENCE IN AGRICULTURE AWARD
Previous Winners
THE ROYAL AGRICULTURAL WINTER FAIR ENDOWMENT FUND
Congratulations to the 2016 winner of the "Women of Excellence in Agriculture Award", Mary Elmhirst
GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS
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INTERPRETATION1. Throughout the Competition Book, The Royal
Agricultural Winter Fair Association of Canada and The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair shall be referred to as the “RAWF” or “The Royal”a. “Directors” means the Board of Directors of the
RAWFb. “Chief Executive Officer” or “CEO” means the
Chief Executive Officer of the RAWFc. “Judge” means the person(s) contracted by the
RAWF to decide events/competitions/shows at such RAWF
d. “Exhibitor” means any owner signing an Entry Form and/or the lessee, manager, agent nominator, driver, rider or employee of such owner
2. The RAWF Management has the final and absolute right to interpret these rules and regulations and to determine all matters, questions or differences in regard thereto, or otherwise arising out of, or in con-nection with, or incident to the RAWF.
3. The RAWF Management has the right to amend or add to these Rules and Regulations from time to time
4. Any exhibitor who violates any of the rules and reg-ulations printed in the Competition Book will forfeit all privileges and premiums upon decision of the man-agement. This may include any or all of the following:a. Prizes, awards, diplomas, certificatesb. Prize moneyc. Forfeiture of any or all passes, entry fees and stall
rental feesd. Banned from exhibiting at future RAWF EventsThis exhibitor may also be subject to such penalty as the Executive Committee may determine.
ENTRY PROCEDURE 5. Exhibitors are encouraged to place their entries online
where applicable6. An entry will be considered valid only when the RAWF
receives a properly completed and signed Entry Form including payment in full by no later than the entry closing date. The RAWF reserves the right to refuse any entry, at its sole discretion, and to return any entry fee without further liability. Closing dates are stated in each competition section.
7. If the number of entries exceeds the capacity of the facility, The RAWF reserves the right to return entries
8. If an Entry Form is sent by FAX machine:a. Please indicate that you have faxed your entry, on
the entry formb. Entries will only be accepted if payment is made by
credit card and the credit card information is com-pleted on the form
c. Do not FAX an Entry Form more than once unless instructed to do so by the RAWF
9. Payment of entry fees will be accepted by Master-Card/VISA or cheque. HST should be added to all fees quoted unless otherwise stated, and must be paid in Canadian funds. US exhibitors please refer to the U.S. and Foreign Exhibitors page.
10. Exhibits that have been erroneously entered, may, at the discretion of the Agriculture Manager, be trans-ferred to their proper classes prior to judging
11. No substitution will be accepted after the entry closing date, except as referred to in the appropriate section
12. Firms and co-partnerships entering exhibits for com-petition must be in existence at the time of making the entry and in all cases must be bona fide. Affidavits of
the particulars of firms may be required by the Exec-utive Committee.
13. Unless otherwise specified, no entry is required for championships or specials, provided the animal or article is entered in the appropriate regular class. First and second prize winners are automatically eligible for championships.
EXHIBITS14. All exhibits shall be under the control and direction
of the RAWF but solely at the risk of the exhibitor. The RAWF will not be responsible for damage, injury, loss or theft of any exhibit, irrespective of the cause of such damage, injury, loss or theft. Each exhibitor will be solely responsible for any damage, injury, loss or theft occasioned by or arising from any article exhibited by him/her and shall indemnify the RAWF against all legal or other proceedings in regard thereto.
15. No exhibit shall be temporarily removed during the RAWF without the written authority of the Chief Executive Officer and this written permission shall be given only on leaving such deposit as the Chief Execu-tive Officer shall specify, and the written authority shall state the departure time and return time of the exhibit. If the exhibit is not returned in accordance with the terms of the authority, the deposit will be forfeited to the RAWF.
16. Under no circumstances will articles which are offensive by reason of their odour or appearance or which are dangerous by reason of their combustible or explosive character, be accepted or admitted, and if any such be allowed admission, through misrepresentation or oth-erwise, they must be removed by order of the Chief Executive Officer.
The following General Rules and Regulations of The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair are applicable and must be followed. Where there is an exception to any rule or regulation, it is duly noted in the appropriate section and must be followed.
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17. No exhibit shall have overhead storage of any kind as it does not comply with the RAWF’s safety protocols
18. No pets will be allowed in the facilities with the excep-tion of service dogs
19. If required by the RAWF Management, an exhibi-tor shall make a statutory declaration that the article exhibited by him/her is exhibited in accordance with and in all respects comply with the rules and regulations of the RAWF. In case any exhibitor refuses to make such declaration, all premiums awarded to him/her shall be forfeited and all such articles shall be removed forth-with if so ordered by the Executive Committee.
EXHIBITOR CONDUCT20. Any false representation, interference or unacceptable
conduct on the part of an Exhibitor will be dealt with by the RAWF according to the circumstances of the case
21. Upon the discovery of any fraud, deception or dishon-est practice, either in the preparation or ownership or of any misrepresentation concerning any article exhib-ited, which may have affected or have been intended to affect the decision of the judges, the Executive Com-mittee has the power to withhold the payment of any prize awarded. The Executive Committee may prohibit any such party or parties from exhibiting at the RAWF for one or more years and may also publish the names of such persons as may be deemed expedient.
22. Consumption of alcoholic beverages outside of desig-nated licensed areas of the RAWF will not be tolerated. Violators of this rule will be dealt with accordingly
23. The Enercare Centre and RICOH Coliseum are smoke free facilities. In accordance with the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, smoking is PROHIBITED in the barns and indoor areas.
24. Glass bottles are not permitted in the barn for safety and environmental reasons
25. It is the responsibility of each exhibitor to keep stalls, pens and/or exhibit areas clean and neat
26. Professional displays are encouraged. Space visible to the public and/or your neighbouring exhibitors must be finished attractively. Please see the display/tent* section on the entry form to apply.
DISPLAYS27. Exhibitors will not be permitted to call attention to
their exhibits in a noisy or disorderly manner. Only such signs and placards may be used throughout the buildings as the Chief Executive Officer shall approve and allow. The Executive Committee reserves the right to prescribe the dimensions and regulate the position of all signs, and generally to direct the arrangement of the exhibits, so far as the same may be necessary to secure harmony and an attractive appearance. Except with permission of the CEO, no person(s) will be per-mitted to distribute advertising matter in the RAWF Show Rings except from his/her exhibit, nor tack up or post any advertisement, bill, card, etc., except in the space occupied by the exhibitor.
28. Undue noise or unseemly methods of demonstrations made in the operation of displays will not be tolerated. Noise levels of sound amplification equipment must not interfere with any other persons. The RAWF may terminate the use of any such equipment or methods. The final decision of what constitutes undue noise and unseemly methods shall rest with the RAWF.
29. In an effort to best utilize the space in the barn for animal and exhibitor use, tents* and displays will only be permitted once the stalling plan has been finalized. Exhibitors wishing to have a display and/or tent must complete the tent/display application and submit it to the Agriculture Show Office along with entries before the respective entry closing date of each section.
Tents/displays that are approved by RAWF Manage-ment will be subject to a fee. Tent space will be limited to 10x10 and display space will be limited to 10x7. Tents and displays are to be incorporated into the stalling area. Tents and displays will not be permitted on the stalling row ends or against the building walls due to fire and safety protocols.Only one tent and/or booth is allowed per string. A tent is to be used for tack storage. A display booth is to be used for farm or animal promotion only. Any tents or displays that are not utilized in the appropriate manner, as deemed by management, will be removed. All tents and displays must post their permit for the clear view of the Fire Marshal and RAWF staff.
30. Pop-up tents will be required to have an operable fire extinguisher positioned on the outside of the tent. The Fire Marshal has the authority to look in any pop-up tent, at any time, if there is probable cause. If possible, the Fire Marshal will check with string personnel prior to entry.
31. Remember: Fire Regulations and enhanced grounds safety measures are designed for the protection and safety of you and your property.
JUDGES AND JUDGING32. Judges are expected to familiarize themselves with all
the rules and regulations of the RAWF and to partic-ularly note those bearing on the classes to be judged by them
33. In the absence of competition in any class, the judge will award such premium as he/she determines the exhibit deserves. He/she will exercise his/her discretion as to whether first, second or any premium will be awarded. Judges may not award prizes to unworthy exhibits.
EXHIBITS (cont’d)
* NEW FOR 2017: Ceiling covers are prohibited on tents in 2017. Non-compliance will result in RAWF staff removing ceiling covers. In addition, The Royal will fine the exhibitor at fault $500 which will be deducted from any prize money won or added to their invoice.
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34. If there is any question regarding the legitimacy of an entry, or the right of an article to compete in any Sec-tion or Class, the judge shall report this to the Super-intendent or clerk in charge
35. All judging documentation (each page initialed) must be signed with the judge’s regular signature and returned to the Agriculture Show Office as soon as the awards are completed. Judges should not leave the RAWF until they have ascertained that there are no protests against any of the awards in the classes they have judged.
36. The decision of the judges shall be final in all cases. However, should an exhibitor have a protest, the fol-lowing procedure must be followed:a. All protests must be in writing and must state plainly
the cause of complaint or appeal and must be deliv-ered to the Chief Executive Officer’s Office within two (2) hours of judging (for livestock). For all other competitions, complaints must be delivered to the CEO’s office within 48 hours.
b. The protest must be accompanied by a deposit which will be forfeited if the protest is not sustained
c. Deposit amounts are as follows:$100 Livestock (this includes livestock youth shows)$50 Agriculture Product and Dance Competitions
d. No appeal from an award based upon a statement that the judge has overlooked an exhibit will be con-sidered by the Executive Committee
37. Any exhibitor who by himself/herself, his/her agent or employee interferes or shows disrespect to any judge during the performance of his/her duties on the prem-ises occupied by the RAWF or is guilty of conduct calculated to bring the RAWF into disrepute shall be subject to any or all the forfeitures and/or penalties pro-vided for in Rule #4
PROTESTS38. All other protests must be made out to the RAWF in
writing and accompanied by a deposit of $50. Such protests must plainly state the cause of complaint, concern or appeal and must be delivered to the CEO’s office within 48 hours of the event or visit.
SUPERINTENDENTS AND ASSISTANTS39. Subject to the direction of the RAWF Agriculture
Manager, each Superintendent and/ or assistant is responsible for the Section to which he/she is assigned. Consequently, exhibitors are required to follow his/her instructions in matters pertaining to the placing and showing of exhibits.
AWARDS40. Prize money will be mailed as soon as possible after the
close of the RAWF and will be paid in Canadian funds. Exhibitors who do not receive their prize money by January 5th of the year following the RAWF, must apply to the Agriculture department for payment thereof, in writing, before January 10th, quoting specifics of the competition, class and placing.
41. The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair reserves the right to not process cheques in the amount of or less than $25.00 for all shows where prizes are being offered
42. Ribbons and trophies will be awarded as follows:a. Ribbons
First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RedSecond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BlueThird . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WhiteFourth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . YellowFifth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GreenSixth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PinkSeventh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..PurpleEighth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BrownNinth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OrangeTenth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pale BlueChampionship . . . . . . . . . . Red, White & BlueReserve Championship . Purple, Pink & White
b. Trophies – Trophies offered for perpetual competition will remain in the custody of the RAWF. The name of each winner will be engraved thereon or on the plate attached thereto.
43. Each exhibitor shall agree that photographs taken of the exhibitor and/or exhibits by any photographer approved by the RAWF may be used for purposes of promotion by the RAWF or its official sponsors
JUDGES AND JUDGING (cont’d)
LIVESTOCK RULES AND REGULATIONS
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1. OWNERSHIP: All entries must be the bona fide prop-erty of the exhibitor; owned by and registered in the name of the exhibitor at the time of entry closing. The breeder of the animal will be the person(s) recorded as such on the registration certificate. An animal owned jointly by more than one individual, firm or institution must be registered in the names of the joint owners. In the event that one of the joint owners is the breeder of the animal, he may include it in a group class having a bred and owned requirement.
2. CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS:a. Entries and full payment are due on or before the
posted closing dateb. Entries received after the posted closing date will
be accepted at the discretion of the RAWF and late penalties may apply (See individual competi-tion section)
c. Cancellations received due to extraordinary circum-stances (eg. Natural disasters, storms, accidents or emergencies) will be addressed on a case by case basis by RAWF management
d. Cancellations or scratches received prior to the clos-ing date will receive a refund of 100% of entry fee less the administration fee and related costs
e. Refunds for entries following the closing date will only be accepted if accompanied by a signed veter-inary or medical certificate. In this event 25% of the entry fees and administration fee will be withheld. Refunds will be paid within 30 days of the close of the Fair. In the event that an animal’s entry is can-celled for health issues and a refund is awarded, no substitution will be allowed.
3. The competence of the handlers and show-people is considered essential. Untrained individuals, including show personnel and visitors, should not be permitted to handle animals or equipment. Exhibitors are expected to provide adequate training for anyone handling their livestock. Any exhibitor who cannot handle their animal
will not be allowed in the show ring, at the discretion of RAWF management.
4. All livestock entered in purebred classes for show or sale at the RAWF must be recorded as Purebred as determined by the by-laws of an Association authorized to register animals of that breed. Each breed association shall:a. Be solely responsible to assure that its breed reg-
istration rules, regulations and by-laws, including those relating to ownership and to those relating to criteria defining “purebred” for that specific breed are adhered to
b. Be solely responsible to verify and assure, prior to the competition, that each entry made in a breed association sanctioned show is eligible to compete in the class or classes declared by the exhibitor
c. Indemnify the RAWF against all legal or other pro-ceedings related to the implementation of the breed association’s rules, regulations and by-laws
5. PRODUCTION OF CERTIFICATES: Exhibitors of animals entered in the purebred classes must have orig-inal certificates of registration available for inspection by the relevant Breed Association or RAWF officials.
6. All livestock must arrive to the RAWF identified with approved indicators (as approved by Agri-Food Can-ada) and they are to be tagged before leaving the farm. Exhibitors with animals that arrive without tags are subject to a $1,300.00 personal fine, and a fine of $1,300.00 for the transporter and another $1,300.00 fine for the site of acceptance (RAWF). The exhibi-tor will be responsible for the total fine payment of $3,900.00. The RAWF is NOT a tagging station for livestock.
7. GROUPS: Animals comprising an exhibit in a group class must have been entered and shown in their respec-tive sections for single animals, except in cases where it is permissible to include an animal for which no section for single animals is provided
8. BARREN ANIMALS: The RAWF debars and will, to the utmost of its power, discourage and prohibit the showing of barren animals in breeding classes/shows.
9. STALLS: Stalls and pens for livestock will be allotted by the Superintendent and barn bosses of the section. No exhibitor has the right of use to any stall at succeeding Fairs. Consequently, exhibitors installing fittings in a stall do so subject to the RAWF’s right to enter the stall and remove such fittings when, in the opinion of man-agement, it is desirable to do so to cope with stabling requirements or to comply with fire safety regulations. No overhead storage will be permitted as per General Rules & Regulations Rule #17.
10. EXHIBITOR SIGNS: The RAWF has available for pur-chase standard exhibitor signs. A chloroplast panel 48” wide and 15” deep may be used by exhibitors of cattle, sheep and goats. For the price of $100 each a sign will be ordered and delivered to the RAWF for you. Signs can be ordered and picked up in the Royal Agriculture Show Office.
11. ACCOMMODATION FOR LIVESTOCK: It shall be the duty of the Barn Manager, Livestock Superin-tendents and barn bosses of the section to work with exhibitors to ensure neat and attractive exhibits. This will be enforced by preventing an exhibitor from utiliz-ing too many stalls/pens or from unduly crowding their animals, and through regulating the use of stalls/pens for purposes other than accommodation of exhibits and to require the use of sufficient bedding by each exhibitor (at the expense of such exhibitor). NOTE: Stalls will be assigned at the complete discretion of the Superintendent and barn bosses. Entries do not dictate stall space. Stall space will be decided by the number of animals that an exhibitor brings to the RAWF. The Superintendent’s decision is final. Any exhibitors who do not tie their entries as assigned may be asked to leave the grounds and forfeit their entry fees. For Display and pop-up tent regulations, refer to General Rule #29.
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12. STALL BED (BEEF): A standard amount of first bed-ding pack will be provided for Beef Cattle and Youth Cattle shows. a. Shavings may be used at the owner’s expenseb. Beef and youth cattle exhibitors will not be permit-
ted to use straw in the designated stalls. Straw will only be allowed for tie-outs.
13. FORAGE AND BEDDING: Hay, straw and grain may be purchased on site at reasonable prices from an authorized contractor. To prevent congestion in the aisles during the hours of peak attendance, no deliveries of feed will be made after 10:00 a.m. Exhibitors may bring in a maximum of 24 hours worth of feed and bed-ding for their own livestock during the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. only. NO SELLING OF HAY, STRAW OR GRAIN BY ANY PERSON OTHER THAN THE RAWF’S AUTHORIZED CONTRAC-TOR WILL BE PERMITTED. Extra hay or straw may be placed in feed aisles only. All feed buckets, forks and other equipment used in connection with the exhibit must be stored in the feed aisles when not in use and nothing may be stored in such aisles to a height greater than that of the partitions.
14. MANURE: We ask for all exhibitors’ cooperation in keeping the barn as clean as possible. If your animal drops manure in the aisles or on the carpet, we ask that you clean it up immediately. Manure must be removed by the exhibitor and taken to the specified containers outside of the barn for the duration of the show. It must not be piled in the aisles or in the barn during the day. This rule will be in effect from October 31 to November 13, inclusive. Wire, bottles or other solid objects must not be disposed of in the manure. Exhibitors must bring their own manure carts to move their manure to spec-ified containers.
15. ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES: To avoid accidents and subsequent claims for damages that could involve an exhibitor; no milking machine or other electrical appli-ance without a guard over its moving parts is to be placed in the public aisles or beside animals. No electri-cal appliance may be used unless it has a three-pronged plug and a ground wire.
16. ARRIVAL OF EXHIBITS: See arrival times within each appropriate competition section. These times will be strictly adhered to. All articles and animals must be in place and all rubbish waste material cleared away before 8:00 a.m. each day of the Fair to present the best pos-sible exhibit to Fair visitors.
17. RELEASE OF EXHIBITS: See departure times within appropriate competition sections. These times will be strictly adhered to. Any exhibitor who moves out before designated time will be subject to a $400 penalty and may not be permitted to exhibit at the RAWF in future years. Management reserves the right to allow for spe-cial circumstances.
18. All livestock entries are required to pay an environmen-tal fee.
HEALTH OF LIVESTOCKThe health regulations are subject to change without notice.19. CANADIAN CATTLE
a. There is no official (CFIA) testing or certifica-tion required. Individual classes may have specific requirements and certification.
b. All cattle entering the RAWF premises must have a Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA) Eartag.
20. AMERICAN CATTLE: see page 15 for Import Permit requirements for Breeding Cattle Imported from the United States to Canada. Testing Requirements:Tuberculosisa. The results of the tuberculin test must be shown on
the required health certificate for the animal to be imported
b. Breeding cattle may only be imported into Canada from the United States if the certificate presented at the time of import identifies one of the following conditions has been met for Tuberculosis:i. The herd of origin must be a herd of negative
status in a state that is an accredited free area for tuberculosis or a modified accredited advanced area for tuberculosis and recognized as such by the United States Department of Agriculture; or
ii. The herd of origin is a herd of negative status in a modified Tuberculosis accredited area for tuber-culosis, and is recognized by the United States Department of Agriculture and the herd has been tested with negative results to a tuberculin test performed within 12 months preceding date of importation.
BRUCELLOSISApproved CFIA tests for brucellosis include the fluo-rescence polarization assay (FPA) test or the buffered acidified plate antigen (BAPA) test or the competitive Elisa (cElisa) test. The brucellosis test and result must be shown on the health certificate for the animal to be imported:
a. The animal to be imported must not have been vacci-nated for brucellosis under the whole herd vaccination program for the Department of Agriculture of the United States (or in the case of a bull, vaccinated for brucellosis)
b. The RB51 vaccine is not recognized in Canada and all animals require testing for brucellosis where indi-cated (except for steers and spayed heifers)
BRUCELLOSIS-FREE HERD OF ORIGINIf the animal originates from a brucellosis-free herd* prove negative to a CFIA-approved test for brucellosis within 30 days of import.
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HERD OF ORIGIN IS NOT BRUCELLOSIS-FREEIn the case of an animal that does not originate from a Brucellosis-free herd, the following certification and/or testing applies:a. Brucellosis-free States
i. Established Herd: No clinical or serological evidence of brucellosis has existed in herd 24 months prior to the date of import. No additional tests to the above requirements.
ii. Assembled Herd: No clinical or serological evidence of brucellosis has existed in herd it was assembled. The animal for import must also prove negative to 2 of the CFIA approved tests listed above, performed at least 30 days apart with the second test occurring within 30 days of import. Additional test 30 days prior to above requirement.
b. Class A or B Statesi. Established Herd: No clinical or serological evi-
dence of brucellosis existed in herd the previous 24 months. No additions to herd except by nat-ural increases which unless added animals tested negative to a serum agglutination test or FPA for brucellosis at least 60 days prior to which the test on the animal for import occurs (which must occur within 30 or more days preceding the date of importation of said animal).
ii. Assembled Herd: All animals except those under 6 months of age, steers & spayed heifers tested negative to a serum agglutination test or FPA for brucellosis in the preceding 12 months. The animal for import was present and identified in the herd of origin in above test or was natural increase since the test. The animal for import must have proved negative to a serum agglutina-tion test or FPA for brucellosis performed within 30 days preceding the date of importation and
the date of the test must have been at least 60 days post-assembled herd testing. This test was performed at least 60 days prior to the above test.
BLUETONGUE (STATE OF FLORIDA ONLY)a. Breeding cattle imported from the state of Florida
require a negative test for bluetongue using the c-ELISA test methodology within thirty (30) days prior to import; OR,
b. In the case of a positive result, a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test must be performed with nega-tive results for virus within 30 days of import.
c. It is suggested that animals being sampled have both a serum sample and blood sample drawn at the same time and be sent to the lab with the request that, if the c-ELISA test is positive, then a PCR test is to be conducted.
21. CANADIAN SHEEP and GOATSa. Producers must ensure that an approved Cana-
dian Sheep Identification Program (CSIP) eartag is applied to all sheep and lambs on their premises before they leave their farm of origin.
b. All sheep and goat entries must be inspected at the RAWF for freedom from infectious and contagious diseases.
22. DISEASED ANIMALS: In the interest of maintaining a high standard of animal health, all livestock are subject to inspection upon arrival and throughout the show by inspectors appointed by the RAWF, officers of Agricul-ture Canada or the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and veterinarians. If evidence of an infectious or con-tagious disease is discovered, the owner of the infected animal shall be required to move it to a designated area within the building or, on order from the RAWF or breed association officer, immediately remove it from the premises.
23. TREATMENT OF ANIMALS: Abuse of animal(s) in any form will not be allowed. Any violation of this rule will result in immediate disciplinary action. In all aspects of the RAWF, the well-being of animals shall take pri-ority over the demands of owners, sellers, buyers, orga-nizers, sponsors and officials. a. Recommended Codes of Practice are currently in
place for poultry, hogs, dairy cattle, beef cattle, horses, sheep, goats, rabbits and livestock transpor-tation. These Codes have been designed to guide farmers, handlers, transporters, and processors in their practices. The codes have been drafted through close consultation with producers, government researchers and industry and it is the responsibility of the exhibitor to familiarize themselves with their species codes of practice and put these recommen-dations in practice at the RAWF.
b. Animal health, stall/animal sanitation, and safety should be considered at all times. Adequate pro-visions must be made for ventilation, feeding, and watering throughout the show. All handling, hous-ing and veterinary treatment must ensure the health and welfare of the animals.
24. TAMPERING WITH LIVESTOCK: The unethical fitting of livestock entered for competition is prohib-ited. For the purpose of the RAWF, unethical fitting is deemed to consist of any treatment or operation mate-rially altering the structure or natural conformation of any part of an animal’s body such as: the introduction of air, liquids, or other substances subcutaneously in any part of the body, surgical operation to correct defects, or the performance of any act, operation to exaggerate the natural conformation of the animal. a. Every exhibitor, in consideration of their entry being
accepted, specifically undertakes that no animal entered by him/her has been or will be before enter-ing the judging ring, unethically fitted. The exhibitor
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agrees to submit for inspection any animal entered by him/her, at any time required before any inspec-tor(s) or appointed for this purpose by the RAWF/affiliated association. They further agree that the opinion of such inspector(s) be valid and their call to be final and conclusive and without recourse against the RAWF/affiliated association. The exhibitor, by entering the animal for exhibition, hereby releases the RAWF from all claims and demands whatsoever in connection with the disqualification of any animal under the provisions of this section.
b. If an animal which in the opinion of an inspector or inspectors appointed for the purpose has been unethically fitted, the incident will be reported and the RAWF/affiliated associations will adhere to the penalties outlined by the RAWF/affiliated association.
25. The RAWF reserves the right to collect urine or blood samples from any animal for laboratory analysis. An exhibitor of an animal producing a sample having a quantity of diuretic or unapproved medication of any kind will forfeit all rights and privileges to exhibit at any future RAWF and forfeit any prize money earned by the present exhibition of the animal or animals in question.
26. No artificial colouring of hair or wool will be allowed27. REFUSAL TO SHOW OR PARADE: Exhibitors
refusing to lead out their animals for parade or for com-petition in the show ring, when called by the official in charge, will forfeit all prizes previously won and may be debarred from further participation in the RAWF and be required to remove their animals from the premises within six hours after such refusal.
28. TIME OF SHOWING: The livestock judging schedule will be published in the livestock prize list and repeated in the livestock catalogue. Exhibitors are required to act accordingly; any animal not presented in the ring at the time the class is scheduled will be barred from showing.
29. SPECTATORS BARRED FROM LIVESTOCK RING(S): No persons other than judges, officials and attendants holding animals being exhibited will be allowed in the show ring during the time of judging
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The definition of “breeding cattle” includes animals imported for breeding purposes as well as for show, exhibition or feeding but does not include animals imported for immediate slaugh-ter, feeder cattle consigned to an approved feedlot under the Restricted Feeder Program or calves 8-14 days of age imported under the "Feeder Bob Calf Program."
General Requirements1. All breeding cattle require an Import Permit ($100)
issued by a CFIA office prior to the arrival of the animal at a port of entry
2. Breeding cattle imported into Canada must be born after January 1, 1999 and the animals must be identi-fied with a permanent identification recognized by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and are not under restriction for movement, slaughter or destruction control.
3. Breeding cattle are required to be identified with an official USDA metal eartag or a National Animal Iden-tification System (NAIS) compliant “840” radio fre-quency “RF” eartag and a tattoo. The tattoo must be in the right ear and show the letters “USA” at a minimum of 1 cm in height, or the case of a female animal, it may be the official United States calfhood vaccination tattoo that includes the US registered shield and “V”. Animals for temporary entry of a period of ninety (90) days or less bearing an NAIS compliant “840” RF eartag are not required to have a tattoo.
4. Breeding cattle imported into Canada must have a tag applied before import or as soon as they arrive at initial destination under the national livestock identification program as per section 189 of the Health of Animals Regulations unless they have been identified with a NAIS compliant “840” radio frequency “RF” eartag. The importer must report the tag information to the administrator of the program as required and within the
time period specified, and as well, to the CFIA location where the importation of the animal occurred if the tag is not already present in the animal at the time of import.
5. Breeding cattle may only be imported into Canada from the United States if the animal is transported directly to the Canada-United States border from the place of origin in the United States where the animals were tested in accordance with this document. Breeding cat-tle may be transported directly to the Canada-United States border from a consignment sale or a show in the United States if the animal was tested in accordance with the import conditions on the farm of origin and the animal was transported directly to the consignment sale or show from the place where it was tested. All breeding cattle and other ruminants at the consignment sale or show must have the equivalent herd status as the ani-mals to be imported into Canada.
6. An animal that was born after its mother was tested is not required to meet the test requirements of this document if the animal is imported into Canada at the same time as its mother. An animal that was born after its mother was tested, unless it was born en route to Canada, must be identified with permanent identi-fication and recorded on the health certificate of its mother.
7. Breeding cattle must be accompanied by a certifi-cate of an official veterinarian of the United States or a certificate of a veterinarian licensed in the United States and endorsed by an official veterinarian of the United States. The certificate must contain the name and address of the consignor, the location where the animal is exported from and the name and address of the consignee. The certificate must also clearly iden-tify the animal and show that the animal was inspected
by a veterinarian within 30 days preceding the date of importation, that the animal was found to be free from any communicable disease and that the animal was to the best of the knowledge and belief of the veterinarian, not exposed to any communicable disease within 60 days preceding the date of the inspection.
Detailed test Requirements for the Import of Breeding Cat-tle can be found on the Canadian Food Inspection website http://www.inspection.gc.ca (click address)
Information and instructions to obtain Import Permit:1. A copy of the permit application form (form 5083)
can be found on the Canadian Food Inspection web-site: http://www.inspection.gc.ca or by contacting the Agriculture Show Office at 416-263-3418
2. An import permit is required for every livestock trailer crossing the border. All cattle on trailer must be listed on the permit.
3. Complete all fields. In description/purpose box, please list “Exhibition at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.” In destination please list the Royal address. Send import application form to the CFIA Ontario area office: 174 Stone Rd W, Guelph, ON, N1G 4S9. Telephone: 226-217-8555. Fax: 226-217-8419.
4. Once completed and payment received, CFIA will cou-rier the permit to the exhibitor
If you have more questions about re-entry please contact the US Veterinary Services at the following numbers:
Importing and Exporting Live AnimalsPhone: 301-734-8364 Import: 301-734-4704 Export: 301-734-6402
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2017 AUCTION SALES AND MARKET LIVESTOCK INFORMATION
1. All Market Livestock exhibited at the 2017 Royal Agri-cultural Winter Fair must be sold through auction sales
2. The selling weight of Market Lambs and Queen’s Guineas steers will be recorded on the day previous to the sale. The Ontario Junior Barrow animals will be sold on the basis of live weight.
3. In the operation of these sales, the RAWF acts in the capacity of agent, and as such undertakes to collect the proceeds of sale from the buyers and to remit same, less commission and any other charges, to the exhibitor.
4. The person signing the sale ticket or identified by the auctioneer as the buyer will be deemed to be the buyer and will be required to make settlement to the RAWF or the retained sale management group within 72 hours of the conclusion of the sale in which the ani-mal or carcass was purchased. If groups are purchasing, the person identified as the buyer on the sale ticket will be billed by the RAWF for 100% of the purchase. It is the responsibility of all members to manage their own settlement within the group.
5. Every animal shall be at the risk of the purchaser when the auctioneer declares it to be sold
6. Purchasers of live animals will be responsible for pick up and delivery of their purchases to the slaughter plant of their choice immediately following the sale
7. Except in cases where management may order top prize winners to be retained on the premises until the conclusion of the RAWF, animals sold in these auc-tions must be removed from the premises by the buy-ers or their agents within 12 hours of the conclusion of the sales in which they were sold
8. Exhibitors must:a. Provide attendants to conduct their animals to and
from the weigh scales and sale ringa. Present their animals in the sale ring in the order
indicated by the sale catalogueb. In the case of single steers: leave a suitable halter
with the animalsc. Animals sold by one exhibitor may be offered for
sale and sold as a groupd. The committee reserves the right to combine
into groups of 5 or less, any steers, lambs or hogs exhibited in the same class. In the event that this right is exercised, the grouping will be done at the conclusion of the judging of the class and while the animals are still in the ring.
9. Exhibitors are not permitted to display ribbons or ban-ners won at other shows when presenting their animals in the auction ring
10. A selling commission will be charged as outlined in Table: Market Livestock Sales Commission Rates
11. The buyer will be charged an administration fee equal to 1.5% of the purchase price
12. Exhibitors of animals placed in the Championship row are responsible for providing feed for their animals until the close of the Show
Market Livestock SalesCommission Rates
Gross Sale Live Rate
Up to $2000 6%
$2001 – $10,000 8%
$10,001 – $20,000 10%
$20,001 – $30,000 12%
Over $30,000 15%
Please note that the rates are only charged on values over the threshold amount.e.g. Live animal Gross $12,500 would be charged: 6% on $2,000 plus 8% on $8,000 then 10% on
$2,500
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Chairman: Len Dobbin
COMMITTEEAndrew Barfett Jennifer DobbinMargie Fenner Brad Gilchrist
Jess Gilchrist Kristie Gilchrist Wade Graham Dave Kearns
Jonathon McNeil Sylvia Megens Brad Miller Amanda Scott
Jeff Scott Laura Scott Ryan Scott Katie Sinclair
Amy Reinhart
COMPETITION INFORMATION
Entry Closing Date: Monday September 25, 2017Time of Arrival: Wednesday November 1, 2017 8:00 am
In Place By: Thursday November 2, 2017 12:00 pmTime of Release: Friday November 3, 2017, immediately at the conclusion of
the sale
JUDGING INFORMATIONDate: Friday November 3, 2017Time: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Location: Ring of Excellence, South ring
AUCTION INFORMATIONDate: Friday November 3, 2017Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Ring of ExcellenceImportant Note: The Committee encourages each exhibitor to contact buyers;
exhibitors can contact The Royal for complimentary tickets for buyers.
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1. Open to bona fide 4-H Beef Members in the Prov-ince of Ontario, with a 2017 beef steer or market heifer, who has not previously exhibited a Grand Champion Queen’s Guineas animal.
2. Entry will be nominated noting the CCIA tag number when nose printed. If for any reason an animal loses its CCIA tag, notification in writing must be made to the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair (RAWF). One acceptable nose print, along with the Queen’s Guineas Nomination Form must be mailed to The Royal before the nomination deadline. If the first nose print is not acceptable, the second one must be, or exhibitor will be barred from show. Nose print is the responsibility of the exhibitor. Please note no additional ear tags are required to enter the Queen’s Guineas Show.
3. Calf must reside in Ontario at the location specified at the address stated on the NOSE PRINT card as of June 16, 2017. If the location of calf housing must change, the RAWF must be notified in writing of the change.
4. Exhibitor must submit a Royal Youth Entry Form confirming entry to the RAWF by the closing date for entries of September 25, 2017, signed by the 4-H member, their parent/guardian and verified by the appropriate signing authority in your county. Animals must be shown at your local Achievement Day and/or County Show to qualify for entry to the RAWF.
5. The Queen’s Guineas Competition is a multi-el-ement show and all exhibitors must participate in all elements of the show. As with all RAWF Youth Activity events, 100% participation is expected by all participants. A 4-H member may compete in only one junior livestock show (bovine) at the 2017 RAWF.
6. The committee reserves the right to inspect calves any time and calves will be nose printed
7. All cattle presented to be shown at the Queen’s Guineas will be less than 30 months of age.This rule will be enforced by a combination of denti-tion (looking at the teeth) and the use of pedigrees or CCIA age verification if available.If a pedigree or CCIA age verification cannot be presented, the animal’s age will be determined solely by its teeth. The animal will be ineligible to be shown if it has more than 2 adult teeth present. Should the animal have 3 adult teeth present it will be allowed to be shown if either a pedigree or CCIA age verification for that animal can be provided.In the event that more than 3 adult teeth are pres-ent, the animal will be determined to be older than 30 months of age regardless of the pedigree and/or CCIA age verification.This rule is consistent with rules applied by inspec-tors at abattoirs.
8. The height division and sale weight of each animal will be determined at the RAWF, based upon veri-fications prior to the show. Weight will be displayed on exhibitor number card in the show ring
9. Steers or heifers may be culled for any of the fol-lowing reasons:a) The presence of horns or stubs over 2 inches in
lengthb) Overfinish, underfinish or inferior typec) Any condition that in the opinion of the culling
committee is undesirable (e.g. staginess)
10. At the time of measuring and identification veri-fication, entries will be examined for evidence of tampering (RAWF LIVESTOCK RULE # 23)
11. As per RAWF Livestock Rule #24 entries from the Queen’s Guineas may be tested. It is the exhibitors responsibility to ensure that no unapproved med-ication is used on the animal. The RAWF recom-mends consulting with your veterinarian before any treatment is given.
12. PROFESSIONALISM: Only 2017 4-H Members will be allowed to prepare calves at the show. Any clipping, conditioning, or grooming must be done by the members in the designated stall area for the Queen’s Guineas Competition on the RAWF premises. If you, as a competitor, feel unable to honour this request, we suggest you refrain from competing at this show. The Queen’s Guineas Show Committee has the right to disqualify exhibitors from the show. In keeping with the 4-H philosophy “LEARN TO DO BY DOING”, we would appreci-ate co-operation from everyone.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
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13. Animals will be exhibited in classes of similar num-bers, divided first by sex and then hip height, as determined by the Queen’s Guineas Committee.
14. A substitute show person will be allowed to show the designated animal if the exhibitor is sick (accompanied by a signed statement from the Doctor). The substitute must be a 4-H Beef Club Member in Ontario. If other conditions exist the committee will rule on its merit.
15. The Queen’s Guineas Committee has the power to excuse an exhibitor and/or an animal, and the committee may make further rules to complement the show. Failure to comply with these rules will result in the disqualification of an exhibitor from the Queen’s Guineas competition.
16. All Queen’s Guineas animals MUST be tagged with CCIA (Canadian Cattle Identification Agency) identification tags and the tag number noted on the nomination and entry forms.
17. The judge will determine the sale order from the Champions and Reserves from each division.
18. All animals will be expected to leave by 9pm on the day of the sale.
19. A commission shall be charged on all animals. Refer to the Auction Sales and Market Livestock Infor-mation in the RAWF Livestock rules.
20. Contestants must lead their animals in the sale ring and must be wearing their Queen’s Guineas Sweater. If a contestant is late their animal will be sold at market price (not placed at the end of the sale).
21. No butt fans will be allowed in the barns for Queen’s Guineas animals. Only overhead side mounted fans will be allowed and restricted to 1 fan per 5 head per county.
22. CHUTES: Chutes will be restricted to 1 chute per 2 head per county and will be placed within the county display if possible, as mapped out by the Queen’s Guineas Committee.
23. All exhibitors must have a stall card posted above their animal with the exhibitor’s name and county listed on it. If required, a limited number of stall cards will be available from the Queen’s Guineas Committee.
24. The RAWF will provide breakfast for exhibitors on Friday November 3, 2017 - TBC
25. Exhibitors will receive confirmation of entry from the RAWF along with a card to gain initial admis-sion to the grounds
26. Contestants are to wear BLACK pants when show-ing. NO BLUE JEANS WILL BE PERMITTED IN THE SHOW RING
27. Showmanship: Queen’s Guineas contestants will be judged on showmanship simultaneously during conformation judging. Finalists will be announced following each class. Showmanship finals will be judged immediately following the selection of Grand and Reserve Grand Cham-pion animals. Previous Grand Champion Show-persons are not eligible to compete in the showmanship portion.
28. It is the responsibility of the exhibitors of the ani-mals remaining on display to provide feed and care of the animals until the conclusion of the RAWF
RULES AND REGULATIONS CONTINUED
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Each county is required to set up their assigned area in the barns as a distinct “County” exhibit. You may wish to post a sign with your county name in a prominent spot, sweep the straw from the aisles and answer questions from the public. The prime objective of the competition is to keep the barn area neat and tidy.RULES & REGULATIONS:1. The display must not take up a stall space usually occupied by an animal.2. Judging of the competition will take place between THURSDAY NOVEM-
BER 2, 2017 – 12:00 pm and FRIDAY NOVEMBER 3, 2017 – 3:00 pm, when the winners are announced. Winners of the Herdsmen’s Competition will receive a banner for display at their county 4-H events. The following criteria will be used to judge the competition:a) General Appearance and Eye Appealb) County Name and 4-H Exhibit Cardsc) Courtesy of Attendant or Attendantsd) Neatness of Exhibitorse) Grooming of Individual Entriesf) General Knowledge of 4-H and RAWF
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:HERDMAN’S COMPETITION
AWARDS FOR QUEEN’S GUINEAS CONFORMATION WINNERSGrand Champion: $ 350 Reserve Grand Champion: $ 250
Prize money will be paid as follows within conformation classes:1st—$ 100 2nd—$60 3rd—$ 45
$35.00 will be paid to the remaining exhibitors in each class.
SPECIALS
PRIZE MONEY1st - $125 2nd - $75 3rd - $50
2016 YOUTH LARGE LIVESTOCK GRAND CHAMPIONS
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QUEEN’S GUINEAS GRAND CHAMPION SHOWPERSON
Milania Hunt, Lambton County
NATIONAL JUNIOR BEEF HEIFER SHOW GRAND CHAMPION HEIFER
Hailie Conley, Vos Vegas Beauty ET 15C Northumberland County
NATIONAL JUNIOR BEEF HEIFER SHOW GRAND CHAMPION SHOWPERSON
Brad MacIntyre, Huron County
QUEEN’S GUINEAS GRAND CHAMPION STEER
Scott Barfett, Elgin County
THANK YOU TO OUR 2016 SPONSORS
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2016 CHAMPIONS:
JACK PEMBERTON YOUTH DEVELOPMENT BURSARY
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The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair in partnership with 4-H Canada, is pleased to offer the Jack Pemberton Youth Development Bursary to a senior 4-H Member residing outside of the province of Ontario, with a keen interest in agriculture and a desire to attend the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. The successful applicant will be awarded a $2500 bursary, to be used to attend the 2017 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair will provide accommodations at one of the Royal Hotels for the winner as well as supply passes and an itinerary of Royal VIP events during their stay.
BURSARY AMOUNT: $2500 ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS:
• 4-H member in good standing residing outside of the province of Ontario• Presently in final year of high school (or CEGEP if a Quebec student)• Plans for post-secondary education in an agriculture related program• Demonstrated involvement in agriculture
APPLICATION TO INCLUDE:• Cover letter outlining how you would benefit from attending the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, what you would like to see during your visit, and what dates you
would like to attend (planning for a 3 night stay in Toronto) – maximum 2 page letter. The Royal will provide hotel arrangements for the winner.• Copy of your Resume• Letter of recommendation from a 4-H Leader or other relevant agriculture group leader
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TUESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2017
Jack Pemberton was born in Toronto and lived there until he and his wife Lillian bought farm property near Georgetown, Ontario. Jack discovered his passion for horses and carriages while in the Royal Canadian Air Force, and was able to pursue this hobby now that he had some land. He taught himself to drive, and became very skilled at restoring carriages, often showing at fairs around Canada and the United States — even becoming a Royal Champion. Jack has supported many associations and fairs to encourage and promote carriage driving throughout the world. As a past President and member of the board, Jack’s influence on the Royal has been, and will continue to be, greatly valued.
For complete bursary details, visit the Canadian 4-H Council website at:
http://www.4-h-canada.ca/grants-scholarships-awards
4-H EXHIBITOR INFORMATION1
NAME: COUNTY: BIRTH DATE: DD /MM / YYYY
MAILING ADDRESS: PROV: POSTAL CODE:
PHONE ( ) - EMAIL: GENDER: q Male q Female
NAME OF PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN:
4-H COUNTY CONTACT INFORMATION
NAME: PHONE ( ) EMAIL:
ANIMAL INFORMATION
NAME :
REGISTERED2: q NO q YES REGISTRATION #: BREED3:
DATE OF BIRTH: DD /MM / YYYY CCIA TAG #: * SUBMIT PROJECT SHEET WITH ENTRY FORM
EAR TAG/TATTOO #: RIGHT EAR: LEFT EAR:
SIRE: NAME: BREED: REG #:
DAM: NAME: BREED: REG #:
TRAILER INFORMATION
Trailer Size: q 46’ or larger q 26’ – 45’ q 15’ – 25’ q 14 ‘ or smaller Arrival Date: Departure Date:
Show Shirts will be provided for competitors, please provide your size. All shirts are unisex sizes. SM q MED q LG q XL q XXL q XXXL qPlease refer to your show rules for the appropriate dress code. You will not be allowed to enter the ring if you do not adhere to the dress code for the competition entered.
4-H EXHIBITOR: By submitting this entry to the RAWF, the undersigned agrees to abide by all the rules and regulations of the RAWF. The under signed hereby releases the RAWF, any sponsoring organization or affiliated associations coordinating the events and all persons acting on their behalf from all claims and demands whatsoever arising out of the above entry. The undersigned acknowledges that the RAWF, its employees and agents shall not be held responsible for any damages, injury, loss, cost or theft, however caused, relating to the above entries, or suffered by the undersigned or its employees and agents.
As a bonafide 4-H member, the undersigned agrees to abide by their provincial and local 4-H rules and regulations during the RAWF event and is aware that he/she is under the care of the chaperone(s) appointed by the local and/or provincial organization.
4-H Exhibitor Signature: Date:
4-H LEADER: The undersigned agrees that this entry is eligible according to the rules and they have read and are familiar with the rules and regulations of the RAWF. The under signed hereby releases the RAWF, any sponsoring organization or affiliated associations coordinating the events and all persons acting on their behalf from all claims and demands whatsoever arising out of the above entry. The undersigned acknowledges that the RAWF, its employees and agents shall not be held responsible for any damages, injury, loss, cost or theft, however caused, relating to the above entries, or suffered by the undersigned or its employees and agents.
As the 4-H leader of a bonafide 4-H member participating at a RAWF event, the undersigned agrees that they have read and are familiar with the provincial 4-H association rules and regulations and is aware that the 4-H exhibitor will be under the care of the chaperone(s) appointed by the local and/or provincial organization. The undersigned confirms that the 4-H Member participating at the RAWF event is eligible and that all above information is correct.
4-H Leader Signature: Date:
1. Ontario 4-H Members with a bovine project must have sent a 4-H project animal identification form to the Ontario 4-H Co-ordinator by June 1st.2. If your animal is registered, please include a full photocopy of the registration or recordation certificate.3. If your animal is cross-bred, please list the breeds.
2017 QUEEN’S GUINEAS SHOW & SALE ENTRY FORM
SEND ENTRIES TO: The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair — Agriculture Show Office39 Manitoba Drive, Exhibition Place Toronto, Ontario, M6K 3C3
After September 11th, 2017: Tel: 416-263-3418 Fax: 416-263-3468 ENTER ON-LINE: www.royalfair.org
Please include payment of $20 via: (check one)
o Cheque (Payable to Royal Agricultural Winter Fair)
o Credit Card: o Mastercard o Visa (please check one)
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Please Note: Incomplete entry forms will not be accepted
