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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

GENERAL INFORMATION

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AGRICULTURE SHOW OFFICE Agriculture Show Office Coordinator Murray Gregory (416) 263-3418 mgregory@royalfair.org active after September 14, 2017

ADMINISTRATION Chief Executive Officer Charlie Johnstone 263-3401 cjohnstone@royalfair.org

Executive Assistant Kelly Hughes 263-3406 khughes@royalfair.org

AGRICULTURE SHOW Director, Agriculture & Food Peter Hohenadel 263-3482 phohenadel@royalfair.org

Manager, Agriculture & Food Rebecca Egan 263-3440 regan@royalfair.org

Agriculture & Food Coordinator Shaniece Mitchell 263- 3433 smitchell@royalfair.org

FINANCEDirector, Finance Janet Scott 263-3469 jscott@royalfair.org

Financial Administrator Kelly Manning 263-3496 kmanning@royalfair.org

OPERATIONS Manager, Operations Gabe Simms 263-3408 gsimms@royalfair.org

HORSE SHOW Manager, Equestrian & Breed Sport Christine Reupke 263-3407 creupke@royalfair.org

Horse Show Manager Peter Doubleday 263-3417Director, Event & Broadcast Robert MacAskill 263-3498 rmacaskill@royalfair.org

SPONSORSHIP SALES AND DEVELOPMENT Senior Manager, Corporate Development Caitlin O’Neill 263-3437 coneill@royalfair.org

Sales Manager, Commercial, Premium TBA 263-3424Hospitality & Special Events

MARKETING Manager, Marketing Communications Karen Poncelet 263-3411& Community Relations kponcelet@royalfair.org

HOSPITALITY Director, Hospitality & Special Events Tim Lilleyman 263-3413 tlilleyman@royalfair.org

FEATURE PROGRAMMINGManager, Features & Education Ana Stuart 263-3495 astuart@royalfair.org

THE ROYAL AGRICULTURAL WINTER FAIR Main Reception (416) 263-3400

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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: fwio@fwio.on.caDeadline: 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)

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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: Jim Murray Vice Chairman: Billy Elmhirst Past Chairman: Leon Silk Livestock Superintendent: Hugh Fletcher Beef Cattle Superintendent: Mark Cressman Barn Manager: Mike Thomas Tie Out Coordinator: Murray Preece

COMMITTEE Lois Batty Jamie Blenkiron Ryan Briggs Justin Burgess Charles Burns Jill Corp Shane Cramp Andy Fraser Bill Jackson Brian Jones Dwight Koyle Brian Lee Laura Naismith Mike Ormiston Karen Paszternak John Pearson Murray Preece Gord Tomlinson

Entry Closing Date: Monday October 2, 2017 Entry Fee: $60* per entry Late Entry Fee: $250 per entry will apply to all entries after

October 2nd

Tie-Out Fee: Included in the Entry Fee Blocking Chute Fee: $38**

The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair gratefully acknowledges the contribution from Masterfeeds and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada for their overall sponsorship of the Beef Cattle Shows

1. Tie outs will NOT be available until Monday October 30, after 8:00 am2. A single leadsman can only handle a maximum of 2 animals at one time for safety reasons.

Noncompliance with this rule will result in disciplinary action.3. Manitoba Drive will be closed to vehicle traffic for one hour daily as indicated below:

Thursday – Saturday: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm; Sunday: 8 pm – 9 pm* No entry fee in group classes: Breeders Herd, Junior Get of Sire, Get of Sire, Progeny of Dam,

Two Bulls Bred and Owned, Best Pair of Females and Best Pair Both Sexes** Blocking chute spaces are available to purchase for exhibitors with three or more head stabled,

please see the Beef Cattle Competition Rules and Regulations Rules #16 & 17

NOTES

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WHAT’S NEW FOR 2017

• All exhibitors who require parking for their trailer must provide details on the entry form so that The RAWF may appropriately allocate space for parking in 2017

• In 2017, Supreme Champions from select, premier regional beef shows in Ontario and Quebec will be invited to participate and compete against Royal Grand Champions in the 2017 Masterfeeds® Supreme Beef Champions Class at The Royal

• All breed association junior shows will take place on Monday November 6th, 2017

• Show Champions Inc. will be the 2017 Official Beef Cattle Photographer for champion pictures as well as candids

• Cattle Walk: Manitoba Drive will be closed to vehicle traffic for one hour daily on Thursday to Saturday from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm and on Sunday from 8 pm – 9 pm

• Exhibitors may ONLY bring a maximum of 24 hours worth of feed and bedding into the barns for their own livestock

• The southwest corner of the industry building to the Lower East Annex will be closed to cattle in 2017 so that pedestrian access remains unobstructed

GENERAL RULES & REGULATIONS TO REMEMBER

It is the responsibility of each exhibitor to keep stalls, pens and/or exhibit areas clean and neat. Professional displays are encouraged. Space visible to the public and/or your neighbouring exhibitors must be finished attractively.

#25 &26

In 2017, exhibitors who wish to bring an RTV for

their personal use must pay a $50 fee upon entry. Only recreation-type vehicles with four wheels and a steering wheel will be permitted.

Only one exhibitor can receive points for the

animal’s placing for calculation of the premier exhibitor award. In the case of a joint ownership, the exhibitor must be specified in advance of weigh-in to the official of the breed association.

NEW RULES FOR BEEF CATTLE COMPETITION

#28#27

#17

BEEF CATTLE COMPETITION RULES & REGULATIONS TO REMEMBER

Exhibitors will NOT be allowed to begin dismantling their displays until the indicated time in their specific breed section. Exhibitors

with special requests MUST contact the Barn Manager. Any exhibitor that moves out early without the approval from the barn manager will be subject to penalties.

Clipping or grooming of cattle is prohibited in main aisles of the barn. Chutes will be allowed behind exhibitor stall space on show

day only (at the discretion of the Barn Boss). Chutes not identified with a 2017 RAWF sticker will be removed from the barns.

Blocking chute spaces are available to purchase for exhibitors with three or more head stabled

#1

#16

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1. Exhibitors will NOT be allowed to begin disman-tling displays until the indicated time in their specific breed section. Upon written request to the barn manager, out of province cattle may be allowed to move out early. Exhibitors with special requests MUST contact the Barn Manager.Any exhibitor that moves out early without approval from the Barn Manager will be subject to penalties as per Livestock Rule and Regulations #17.

2. The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair has banned the use of aerosol cans in the marshalling area of the Ring of Excellence. Failure to comply with this rule will result in disqualification from the competition.

3. This show (sections 300-305) is recognized as a purebred show (unless specific classes state oth-erwise) and as such, registrations will be governed by Livestock Rules and Regulations Rule #4

4. There shall be no limit on the number of entries that may be made by an exhibitor. Notwith-standing this provision, the maximum number of animals and groups that may be shown by an exhibitor shall be as follows:a. In classes for single animals, there will be no

restriction on the number of animals shown by an exhibitor

b. In classes for groups: One groupc. The maximum number of animals of one breed

that an exhibitor may bring to the show (in classes for single animals) is 16 for all breeds

d. A breeding unit may show 2 additional exhib-its provided these are 4-H animals shown by 4-H members. These exhibits will be ineligible to compete in the Breeders Herd and Get of Sire Class.

5. No animal may be shown in more than one class for single animals except championships, special prizes or groups. To be eligible for showing in a group class, every member of the group must have been exhibited in its appropriate class for single animals within the breed show. Calves shown in single classes will not be allowed to be shown in a single class with their dam, unless oth-erwise stated in the individual breed section.

6. There will be a MINIMUM 50 animals SHOWN in any beef breed show. The RAWF reserves the right to cancel a show if insufficient entries are received by the entry deadline.a. Entries in the cow/calf classes are considered

to be one animal entry, as the cow/calf must be shown as a single unit to be eligible for placement by the judge

b. If a breed does not show the minimum number of animals, that breed will be placed on proba-tion for the following two years. If that breed does not reach the minimum number of ani-mals shown during the probation period, the association will not have breed representatives on the RAWF beef cattle show committee, the show will be discontinued and the breed association will have presence at The Royal through a live animal display.

7. At the time of entry the following informa-tion must be given with respect to each animal entered, including calves with cows:a. Name and registration numberb. Tattoo number (MUST BE LEGIBLE)c. Date of birthd. Name of sire and dame. All calves must be entered on the Entry Form

along with their dams including calves with cows

f. Entered in the name of the registered owner(s)g. Breeder’s Nameh. Farm of Origin Premise ID#i. Farm of Departure Premise ID#*

* Required if farm of departure is different than the farm of origin only.

NOTE: The entry fee is for making the entry ONLY. It is not a stall fee and does not guarantee stall space. You will be allocated space based on Livestock Rules and Regulations Rule #9.

8. Substitutions will be allowed, as follows:a. 2 substitutions within breed per exhibitorb. If made with the RAWF Agriculture Show

Office staff upon arrivalc. If a change of ownership occurs to an animal

entered in the RAWF after the entry closing date and a copy of the transferred registration paper is presented to the RAWF Agriculture Show Office prior to the printing of the cat-alogue the new owner will be credited as the exhibitor

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9. The original registration certificates of all entries must accompany cattle to the show and must be checked by an official of the relevant breed association.

10. Ear tagging and animal identification must be in compliance with mandatory traceability rules and regulations of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada as per Livestock Rules and Regulations Rule # 6

11. Requirement for entry in classes for breeding animals: All calves and yearlings must be weighed at the show prior to showing with their birth date, show weight, and weight per day of age posted in the stall. All other entries must be weighed with their weight posted (at the breed association’s discretion).

12. An animal owned jointly by more than one indi-vidual, firm or corporation, must be registered in the names of such owners jointly, and when shown as a single animal must be entered in the names of the joint owners.

In the event that one of the joint owners is the breeder of the animal they may include it in a group class having a “Bred-And-Owned” require-ment. Only one exhibitor can receive points for the animal’s placing for calculation of the premier exhibitor award. In this case, the exhibitor must be specified in advance of weigh-in to the offi-cial of the breed association, otherwise the joint owners will be considered as one exhibitor/entity for calculation of points. A joint ownership entry must be made on a separate Entry Form.

13. An exhibitor is not required to list the names and numbers of the animals comprising a herd or group at the time of entry, but must give such information to the official of the breed associa-tion concerned with checking registration certif-icates before the commencement of judging of the herd or group

14. Provision has been made whereby the RAWF will supply an area for tying out beef cattle at night, between the hours of 4:30 pm and 7:00 am. Only cattle will be allowed in the designated area. The tie out fee is included in the entry fee. No first bedding will be provided in tie outs.

15. Any male over a year must have a ring or lead when out of stalls. Any male over a year found to be out of stalls without a ring or lead will be barred from showing.

16. CLIPPING, TRIMMING CHUTES, AND TACK BOXES: Clipping or grooming of cattle is pro-hibited in main aisles of the barn. Chutes will be allowed behind exhibitor stall space on show day only (at the discretion of the Barn Boss). Chutes will be allowed in the barns as space permits at the discretion of the Barn Boss. Barn Bosses will designate where chutes and tack boxes are to be located. All chutes must be clearly identified with stickers provided by the RAWF. Stickers are available from the Barn Boss upon payment of a chute fee with entries or in the show office. Chutes not identified with a 2017 RAWF sticker will be removed from the barns.

17. In an effort to improve traffic flow, the following restrictions have been placed on the number of chutes that an exhibitor may bring to the RAWF:a. less than 3 head stabled - no chuteb. 3 - 6 head stabled - 1 chutec. 7 or more head stabled - 2 chutesd. Chute stickers must be purchased at the time

of entry. All chutes must have a RAWF issued sticker visible.

e. Chutes must be placed in an area as directed by the Barn Manager, the Beef Cattle Super-intendent or barn bosses

f. Chutes will not be provided by the RAWF18. Blocking chutes found in the barn are not identi-

fied by a 2017 RAWF sticker or are not located in a designated area will be charged a fee of $500.00 per chute and removed/impounded.

19. A standard amount of a first bedding pack of wood bark will be provided for Beef Cattle. NO STRAW WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE BEEF BARN. Shavings may be used at the owner’s expense. Straw is ONLY allowed in tie-outs.

20. A maximum of 1 head fan per 5 animals will be permitted

21. No butt fans. Only overhead side mounted fans will be allowed.

22. Fire Marshal orders prohibit the stacking of feed and hay against the wall of the cattle barn. All feed and hay MUST BE contained within the feed aisles between stalls.

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23. All exhibitors are required to show in dress approved by the breed association while showing animals in the ring. Such apparel shall not bear any letters, marks or labels purporting to reveal the identity of the exhibitor.

24. All animals must be identified in the show ring by numbers only displayed on the backs of the exhibitors. In order that these numbers may be displayed properly, a special show harness is nec-essary. The numbers will be supplied at no cost to the exhibitor. No ear tags which identify the exhibitor will be allowed.

25. Tents are not permitted in the tie out area as they pose a danger and the space is required for animals

26. Stalls will be assigned at the complete discretion of the Barn Bosses in regards to the number of entries that an exhibitor brings to the RAWF. Any exhibitors who do not tie their entries as assigned, or uses more space than designated, may be asked to leave the grounds, forfeit their entry fees and may not be welcome to exhibit at the RAWF in future years. Cooperation from everyone is required.

27. In 2017, exhibitors who wish to bring an RTV* for their personal use must pay a $50 fee upon entry. Proof of RTV insurance & license information will

also be required. Exhibitors must park their ATV in a RAWF designated RTV parking area and display a RAWF issued parking pass at all times.

From Thursday November 1 to Monday Novem-ber 6, RTVs will be prohibited from the cattle barn between the hours of 7 am – 9 pm. After 9 pm, any RTV that requires charging will be allowed to do so at their pack. Manitoba Drive and the surrounding area are public roads under the juris-diction of the City of Toronto and the Toronto Police Service. All relevant laws will apply to the operation of a motor vehicle while on roadways. *4-wheeler or 2-up RTV type vehicles are pro-hibited from use on Exhibition Place grounds – only recreational-type vehicles with four wheels and a steering wheel will be permitted.

28. The following criteria will be used to determine the winners of the Premier Exhibitor and the Premier Breeder Awards for each beef breed (sections 300–305):Premier Exhibitor Award: An award is presented to the exhibitor* with the most points for animals owned and shown by the exhibitor, based on their highest six (6) placings in the individual classes. All animals accumulating points for this award must be the entries of one exhibitor. Points shall be awarded as follows:1st–7 2nd–6 3rd –5 4th–4 5th–3 6th–2 7th–1

To be eligible for this award the exhibitor must have entered and shown in a minimum of five single classes.* In the case of a joint ownership, the exhibitor must be specified in advance of cattle weigh-in to the official of the breed association, otherwise the joint owners will be considered as one exhibi-tor/entity for calculation of points.Premier Breeder Award: An award is presented to the individual or company (as recorded on the Certificate of Registration) whose animals accu-mulate the highest total points based on their highest six (6) placings in individual classes. To be eligible for the Premier Breeder Award, the breeder must exhibit at the show. Qualification for this award is based on Canadian rules that specify all owners at the time of conception are the breeders of the animals.Points will be awarded as follows:1st–7 2nd–6 3rd –5 4th–4 5th–3 6th–2 7th–1In the event of a tie for the Premier Breeder Award, the award shall go to whichever breeder places highest in the Breeder’s Herd class.

Note:1. There must be a minimum of 13 animals exhibited

in a class before it will be split.2. Classes will be split in multiples of 12 (i.e. 1-12,

13-24, 25-36, 37-48, etc.)

RULES AND REGULATIONS (CONTINUED)

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1. Open to all owner-exhibitors or herdsmen in Beef Cattle Sections2. Every owner-exhibitor or herdsman in charge of an exhibit comprised of at least four animals shall be

deemed a Competitor3. Judges will inspect the exhibits several times daily between 8:00 am and 9:00 pm throughout the RAWF4. Points will be awarded as follows:

Neatness of the exhibit and the surrounding area 30Appearance of the animals at all times but particularly on non-show days 30Attractiveness of signs and the display area 10Initiative and courtesy displayed by the contestant in dealing with the public and fellow exhibitors (including RAWF staff) 30Total 100

DAILY EXHIBITOR AWARDS (SECTION 313)

QUEEN’S GUINEAS AUCTION Friday November 3, 2017 7:30 pm

Ring of Excellence

THE ELITE BEEF BREEDS SALE Saturday November 4, 2017 6:30 pm

Ring of ExcellenceManaged by T Bar C Cattle Co.

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COMPETITION INFORMATION Breed Contact: Ontario Hereford Association, 519-366-1260 Jill Corp (705) 799-7488 Laura Naismith (613) 612-0822 Move in (Cattle in Tie Outs): Monday October 30, 2017 – after 8:00 am Stall Exhibits Set up: Tuesday October 31, 2017 after 6:00 am Move in (Cattle in barns): Wednesday November 1, 2017, cattle must be in place by

Thursday November 2, 2017, 8:00 am Move out: Monday November 6, 2017, upon conclusion of the Hereford

Junior Show

JUDGING INFORMATION Date: Saturday November 4, 2017 Time: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Location: Ring of Excellence, North Ring Judge: Josh Taylor

The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair gratefully acknowledges the contribution from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and Masterfeeds for their overall sponsorship of the Beef Cattle Shows

In Honour of Dr. Wally Pugh of Orangeville, ON

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1. Exhibitors MUST advise the Ontario Hereford Association by October 19, 2017 of their final number of exhibits. Space will not be allocated for those exhibitors who fail to provide this information.

2. A copy of the registration certificate must accompany entries. Exhibitors are reminded that entries must be made in the exact ownership as it appears on the pedigree.

3. The red show vest or show shirt must be worn by all exhibitors

4. Prior to entry, all animals must have a legible tattoo corresponding with the pedigree

5. No tattoo altering will be allowed after arrival

6. These rules will be strictly enforced by the Ontario Hereford Association. Any animals found not meeting these requirements will not be permitted to be exhib-ited and must be removed from the barns for the duration of the show.

7. The Canadian Hereford Association, Mark of Excellence (MOE) rules and reg-ulationswill be followed

8. The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair has banned the use of aerosol cans in the marshalling area as per General Beef Rule #2. Failure to comply with this will result in disqualification.

1 Female born 2017, min. of 3 months of age on day of judging10 Rosettes A Junior Division – Calf Champion and Reserve Champion

2 Rosettes B Intermediate Division – Calf Champion and Reserve Champion

2 Rosettes C Senior Division – Calf Champion and Reserve Champion

2 Rosettes

2 Yearling Female born in 201610 Rosettes A Junior Division – Junior Yearling Champion and Reserve Champion

Born April 1, 2016 to December 31, 20162 Rosettes

B Intermediate Division – Intermediate Yearling Champion and Reserve Champion2 Rosettes

C Senior Division – Senior Yearling Champion and Reserve Champion 2 Rosettes

CLASSES

EXHIBITORS PLEASE NOTE

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3 Female born in 2015, with her own 2017 natural, purebred, tattooed calf at foot.A calf from the two-year-old female cow/calf class may be shown indivi-dually in the Get-of-Sire and Breeder’s Herd classes at MOE shows. If the show has less than seventy-five (75) head of cattle, the show committee may also allow calves from the two-year-old female to be shown indivi-dually in the Current Year Calf Class. If the show is over seventy-five (75) head of cattle, a heifer calf can be entered two ways (calf class and pair class). Depending on the show order, decided by the MOE show com-mittee, heifer calves that win the honour of Grand or Reserve Grand Hei-fer Calf Champion may not be shown as a pair, or heifer calves on a Grand or Reserve Grand Champion cow may not be shown individually in the heifer calf class. A bull calf can be shown both ways10 RosettesCalf information must be written on the entry form.

4 Female born prior to January 1, 2015, with her own 2017 natural, purebred, tattooed calf at footA calf from the cow/calf class may be shown individually in the Get-of-Sire and Breeder’s Herd classes at MOE shows. If the show has less than seventy-five (75) head of cattle, the show committee may also allow cal-ves from the cow/calf class to be shown individually in the Current Year Calf Class. If the show is over seventy-five (75) head of cattle, a heifer calf can be entered two ways (calf class and pair class). Depending on the show order, decided by the MOE show committee, heifer calves that win the honour of Grand or Reserve Grand Heifer Calf Champion may not be shown as a pair, or heifer calves on a Grand or Reserve Grand Champion cow may not be shown individually in the heifer calf class. A bull calf can be shown both ways10 RosettesCalf information must be written on the entry form.

5 Senior Champion Female and Reserve2 Rosettes

6 Grand Champion Female and Reserve Grand Champion Female2 Rosettes

7 Bull born in 2017, min. of 3 months of age on day of judging10 Rosettes A Junior Division – Calf Champion and

Reserve Champion2 Rosettes

B Intermediate Division – Calf Champion and Reserve Champion2 Rosettes

C Senior Division – Calf Champion and Reserve Champion 2 Rosettes

8 Yearling Bull born in 201610 Rosettes A Junior Division – Junior Yearling Champion and Reserve

Born April 1, 2016 to December 31, 20162 Rosettes

B Senior Division – Senior Yearling Champion and Reserve2 Rosettes

9 Bull, born in 201510 Rosettes

10 Senior Champion Bull and Reserve2 Rosettes

CLASSES

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11 Grand Champion Bull and Reserve Grand Champion Bull2 Rosettes

12 Two bulls, bred and owned by the exhibitor5 Rosettes

13 Breeder’s HerdA breeding unit of 4 animals bred by the exhibitor, both sexes represented, must be exhibited in previous classes. One animal must be owned by the exhibitor.5 Rosettes

14 Get of SireA breeding unit of 3 animals from the same sire, both sexes represented, must be shown in previous classes. One animal must be owned by the ex-hibitor.5 Rosettes

15 Junior Get of SireA group of 3 calendar year calves by the same sire, both sexes represented, must be shown in previous classes. One animal mustbe owned by the ex-hibitor.5 Rosettes

16 Progeny of DamA group of 2 animals, either sex, the progeny of one dam, must be shown in previous classes. One animal must be owned by the exhibitor.5 Rosettes

CLASSES

BANNERS

Junior Heifer Calf ChampionPresented by Cedarwood Polled Herefords, Dr. Lois Batty & Family, Lindsay, ONReserve Junior Heifer Calf ChampionPresented by Redwing Farms, The Jones Family, Fenelon Falls, ONIntermediate Heifer Calf ChampionPresented by Dorbay Polled Herefords, Rob, Denise, & Emily Flack, Dorchester, ONReserve Intermediate Heifer Calf ChampionPresented by Taboo Polled Herefords, Gary and Norma Jean Boose, Nobleton, ON

Senior Heifer Calf ChampionPresented by The Lasby Family, Rockwood & Mulmur, ONReserve Senior Heifer Calf ChampionPresented by Persicope Promotions Inc., Ed Falstrem, Campbell River, BCJunior Yearling Female ChampionPresented by Trent Hill Herefords, Shirley & Theodore McCracken, Hastings, ONReserve Junior Yearling Female ChampionPresented by Whiskey Lane Livestock, Scott, Paula, Jason & Shelby Cornish, Indian River, ON

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Intermediate Yearling Female ChampionPresented by Elzevir Hereford Farms, The Reavie Family, Flinton, ONReserve Intermediate Yearling Female ChampionPresented by Elm Lodge Polled Herefords, Grant & Mary Elmhurst, Bill, Juanita, Owen & Katie Elmhurst, Indian River, ONSenior Yearling Female ChampionPresented by Shady Birch Farm, Beverly & Leon Silk, Grafton, ONReserve Senior Yearling Female ChampionPresented by Whiteface Classic Sale. East Central Ontario Hereford Zone, Lindsay, ONSenior Champion FemalePresented by Corp Creek Farm, Jill & Bill Corp, Omemee, ONReserve Senior Champion FemalePresented by Thurston Livestock, Ivor & Nancy Thurston, Lanark, ONGRAND CHAMPION FEMALEPresented by AXA Farms, Allan Marshall, Hampton, NBRESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FEMALEPresented by Fall RoundUp Sale Junior Bull Calf ChampionPresented by Double H Cattle Co., Marliyn & Laura Naismith & Katie Cox Uxbridge, ONReserve Junior Bull Calf ChampionPresented by (sponsorship pending)Intermediate Bull Calf ChampionPresented by Medonte Highlands Polled Herefords, Jack & Louis McAughey, Orillia, ON

Reserve Intermediate Bull Calf ChampionPresented by Tara Meadows, Peter and Eileen Beer, Oro Station, ONSenior Bull Calf ChampionPresented by Lian Mor Polled Herefords, Wally & Fern Pugh, Trevor & Amy Pugh, Mono, ONReserve Senior Bull Calf ChampionPresented by Marbren Farms, The Ball Family, Coldwater, ONJunior Yearling Bull ChampionPresented by Singhampton Cattle Co., George Wilson, Singhampton, ONReserve Junior Yearling Bull ChampionPresented by Hidden-view Polled Herefords, The Paszternak Family, Norwood, ONSenior Yearling Bull ChampionPresented by Bayview Acres Polled Herefords, Kayla Boot, Bath, ONReserve Senior Yearling Bull ChampionPresented by Canadian Hereford Digest, Calgary, ABSenior Bull ChampionPresented by Chula Vista Polled Herefords, Jill & Casey Van Kessel, Thornton, ONReserve Senior Bull ChampionPresented by Dunsmore Family Farms, Bob and Sharon Dunsmore, St Pauls, ONGRAND CHAMPION BULLPresented by Masterfeeds, London, ONRESERVE GRAND CHAMPION BULLPresented by Brendale Acres, Tyler Gibson, Allenford, ONBest 2 BullsPresented by M. Rae Junkin and Norma Edgar

BANNERS

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Breeder’s Herd, Carmen Lyons Memorial TrophyPerpetual Trophy presented (sponsorship pending) Banner presented by Crystal Brook Farm, Ron & Nadine Wells, Cargill, ONGet of SirePresented by Strath Brae Farm, Steve Douglas.Junior Get of SirePresented by Concordia Herefords, Robert & Suzanne Passow and Family Progeny of DamPresented by Double C Farm, Cooke Family, Keene, ON

Premier BreederPresented by The Royal Agricultural Winter FairPremier ExhibitorPresented by The Royal Agricultural Winter FairJames W. Rummerfield Trophy Presented to the highest placed female with a heifer calf at foot. Both must be Canadian Bred and Ontario owned (If partnership, one must be from Ontario). The winner will be the highest placed qualifier from two-year-old or mature cow championship.

BANNERS

Premier Exhibitor AwardAn award is presented to the exhibitor with the most points for animals owned and shown by the exhibitor based on their highest six (6) placings in the individual classes. All animals accumulating points for this award must be the entries of one exhibitor. In the case of a joint ownership, the exhibitor must be specified, otherwise the joint owners will be considered as one exhibitor/entity. Banner presented by The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.

Premier Breeder AwardAs quoted from the Canadian Hereford Association Mark of Excellence Regulations. An award is presented to the individual or company (as recorded on the Certificate of Registration) whose animals accumulate the highest total points based on their highest six (6) placings in the individual classes. To be eligible for the Premier Breeder Award, the breeder must exhibit at the show. Qualification for this award is based on Canadian rules that specify all owners at the time of conception are the breeders of the animals. Banner presented by The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.Hereford Herdsman AwardSpecial award presented by Pam & John Hill, St. George, ON

SPECIALS

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Date: Friday November 3, 2017 Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Location: Ring of Excellence Judge: TBD

Grand Champion Female BannerApple Lane Horned Herefords, Steve Wilson, Fenelon Falls, ONReserve Grand Champion Female BannerHomestead Herefords, Dave and Fran Cavanagh, Ennismore, ON Grand Champion Bull Banner Whiskey Lane Livestock, Scott, Paula, Jason & Shelby Cornish, Indian River, ONReserve Grand Champion Bull BannerDunsmore Family Farms, Bob & Sharon Dunsmore, St. Pauls, ON

Ribbons 1st to 5th will be awarded

HEREFORD FUTURITY

Date: Monday November 6, 2017 Time: 9:00 am Location: Ring of Excellence, South Judge: TBD

Entries MUST BE sent by October 7, 2017 to:Ontario Junior Hereford Association c/o Ontario Hereford AssociationEmail: ontarioherefordassociation@outlook.comTel: 705-740-5212

SHOWMANSHIPNote the following age divisions:Include: Class # and personal date of birth.1. Pee Wee Showmanship, 8 years of age and under2. Junior Showmanship, 9 to 12 years of age3. Intermediate Showmanship, 13 to 16 years of age4. Senior Showmanship, 17 to 21 years of age5. Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Showpersons Ribbons 1st to 5th will

be awarded.

Only Heifer Calves and Yearling Heifers may be shown in showmanship and must be chosen from a herd already stabled at the RAWF. ENTRIES are open to any Canadian Junior Hereford Association member.A red vest or show shirt must be worn.

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Date: Sunday, November 5, 2017 Location: Ring of Excellence Time: 6:00 pm

MASTERFEEDS® SUPREME BEEF CHAMPIONS

EXHIBITOR NAME: (Exhibitor Name to be printed on Prize cheque)

FARM NAME/OWNER(S): (Name(s) to be listed in the Show Catalogue)

ADDRESS: TOWN: PROVINCE: POSTAL CODE:

PHONE : FAX: CELL: EMAIL:

*** Use a separate entry form for each exhibitor. Calf information to be included — Jointly owned animals must be on a separate entry form ***

1. Section Class Name of Animal Tattoo # Registration #

Date of Birth: DD / MM / YY CCIA# Farm of Origin Premise ID# Farm of Departure* Premise ID #

Sire Name Dam Name Breeder

2. Section Class Name of Animal Tattoo # Registration #

Date of Birth: DD / MM / YY CCIA# Farm of Origin Premise ID# Farm of Departure* Premise ID #

Sire Name Dam Name Breeder

3. Section Class Name of Animal Tattoo # Registration #

Date of Birth: DD / MM / YY CCIA# Farm of Origin Premise ID# Farm of Departure* Premise ID #

Sire Name Dam Name Breeder

4. Section Class Name of Animal Tattoo # Registration #

Date of Birth: DD / MM / YY CCIA# Farm of Origin Premise ID# Farm of Departure* Premise ID #

Sire Name Dam Name Breeder

5. Section Class Name of Animal Tattoo # Registration #

Date of Birth: DD / MM / YY CCIA# Farm of Origin Premise ID# Farm of Departure* Premise ID #

Sire Name Dam Name Breeder

6. Section Class Name of Animal Tattoo # Registration #

Date of Birth: DD / MM / YY CCIA# Farm of Origin Premise ID# Farm of Departure* Premise ID #

Sire Name Dam Name Breeder

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Send all fees and signed entry forms to:

The Royal Agricultural Winter FairAgriculture Show Office39 Manitoba DriveExhibition PlaceToronto, Ontario, M6K 3C3

ENTER ON-LINE: www.royalfair.org

THE ROYAL AGRICULTURAL WINTER FAIRTel: (416) 263-3418 Fax: (416) 263-3468

Before September 12th Fax: (416) 263-3488

LARGE LIVESTOCK ENTRY FORM 2017

*Complete secondary forms including both the front and back pages for jointly owned animals.

Beef Cattle/Dairy Cattle 2017

*Farm of Departure ID applicable if the premise which the animal is housed at immediately before arrival at The Royal is different than the Farm of Origin premise ID#

STANDARD AGREEMENT BETWEEN OWNERS AND FITTERSFOR ALL LIVESTOCK SHOWS

I agree I am personally responsible for the care, welfare, and condition of my animals during the period of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. I acknowledge that I am responsible for my own actions and failures to act and for the actions and failure to act of all of my employees and anyone else who assists me with the fitting, care, and show preparation of my own animals.

I promise that I will abide by the Rules and Regulations for Showing Livestock, the Standard Procedures and Penalties for Enforcing the Rules and Regulations for Showing, and any other RAWF rules and regulations. I will also ensure that all of my employees, agents, contractors and others who assist me with the fitting, care, and show preparation of the animals comply with the same requirements. I understand that a failure to adhere to such requirements could result in disciplinary measures including possible suspension or ban of me, my employees and helpers, the animal(s), the owner and/or the exhibitor of the animal(s) from the RAWF and future RAWF and the public reporting of disciplinary action, including to any association registering purebred livestock.

I release and agree to hold the RAWF, the RAWF organizers and its officials, directors, officers, employees, representatives, agents, and volunteers (collectively the “RAWF organizers”) harmless from any action taken under this agreement, the Rules and Regulations for Showing Livestock, Standard Procedures and Penalties for Enforcing Rules and Regulations for Showing Livestock and any other RAWF rules and regulations, and release the RAWF organizers from and against any injury, damage or loss suffered during or in connection with the RAWF, whether or not such injury, damage or loss resulted from or was contributed to, directly or indirectly, by the acts or omissions of the RAWF organizers.

By submitting these entries to the RAWF, the undersigned agrees to abide by all the rules and regulations of the RAWF, including the Code of Conduct. The under signed hereby releases the RAWF, any sponsoring organization and all persons acting on their behalf from all claims and demands whatsoever arising out of the above entries. 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.

With this entry form, I also agree to abide by my livestock breed rules and regulations for showing.

I HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND AGREE TO THE ABOVE

Person Responsible (Print)

Signature of Person Responsible

Owner/Exhibitor Name Date

STALL REQUIREMENTS

I prefer to be stabled with or be penned beside:

FEE SCHEDULE (Beef & Dairy Cattle)

Items #Req’d

Cost per item Total Cost

Beef Cattle Entries(inc. Group Classes where applicable

# $60.00 $

Tie Outs (Beef Only) # inc. in entry fee

$ 0.00

Blocking Chutes* # $38.00 $

Dairy Cattle Entries # $50.00 $

Advance Exhibitor Passes

# $25.00 $

RTV Fee** # $50.00 $

Entry Fee Total $

Administration Fee $ 15.00

Environmental Fee $5.00 per animal $

SUBTOTAL FEES $

HST @ 13%(R104642772)

$

TOTAL DUE $

PAYMENT BY: (check one)

o Cheque (Payable to Royal Agricultural Winter Fair) o Credit Card: o Mastercard o Visa Please charge my credit card for the total amount due.

Card # __ __ __ __ -__ __ __ __-__ __ __ __-__ __ __ __ Expiry_____ /_____ (month/year)

Name of Cardholder:

Signature of Cardholder:

Owner/Exhibitor Name (Please Print) Date

ENTRIES WILL NOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT APPROVED PAYMENT

Note: You are entitled to ONE complimentary pass if the total entry fee is more than $20.00 before taxes.

Beef Cattle/Dairy Cattle 2017

RTV INFORMATION

License Plate #:

Insurance Policy #:

* Blocking Chutes are only available for purchase to exhibitors bringing 3 or more animals

** Must also provide RTV information.

TRAILER INFORMATION

The Royal requests you complete the following:

o 46' or more

o 26' to 45'

o 15' to 25'

o 14' or less

Arrival Date:

Departure Date: