Townhall meeting: May 17th

On behalf of CNGF, this townhall is to inform all Canadian goat producers about the upcoming regulation that will can effect in 2025. Currently, the Health of Animals Regulations (Identification and Traceability) is currently open for proposed amendments and this comment period will remain open until June 16, 2023. We encourage anyone with comments to reach attend this townhall to learn more. This regulation is in the final steps to becoming implemented and it is important that as a producer you understand what changes will occur and how to comply with the requirements.

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Meeting ID: 814 2801 4730 Passcode: 52239

NEW ONTARIO DIRECTOR FOR CGS

A vacancy on the CGS Board for a position from Ontario arose this spring.

Ontario members were informed of the vacancy and afforded the opportunity to make nominations to fill the position.

One person, Susan Mangan of Hamilton, Ontario was nominated. The required number of supporting nominations for Ms. Mangan were received by the deadline of May 5th.

Therefore, Ms. Mangan was declared as one of two directors from Ontario.

Congratulations!

We are Hiring!

The Canadian Goat Society is in search of a Secretary-Manager. If you or someone you know would be interested in applying please find all the information below or you can download the document here.

NOTICE OF RESIGNATION

 It is with great regret that the CGS Board has received notice of resignation from Russell Gammon, current Secretary-Manager of CGS.  He will continue to serve CGS until a replacement is found and will ensure a smooth transition to new management as the association wishes. 

Russell took the position of Secretary-Manager at a time when CGS was in great need of someone who had the ability and dedication in secretarial/management services and agriculture.  

Russell is investigating new opportunities after serving the CGS since September 11, 2019.

Gammon wishes CGS all the very best in growth and business success.

CFIA Webinar March 28th!

CFIA is hosting an hour-long webinar to present the proposed changes to the Traceability regulations that will include goats.