The Beef 2011 sponsorship program includes 5 levels of sponsorship. To find out more, or to custom build your sponsorship package, please click the link below or contact us with any questions.
 Sponsorship Program Levels
Watch this page for our sponsorship participants. We thank them for their participation in the 2011 ILC program.
Host
 Canadian Cattlemen's Association
The CCA is the organization that represents the interests of Canada's over 90,000 beef cattle producers on national issues.
www.cattle.ca
Platinum Sponsors
 Alberta Farmer Express
Alberta Farmer Express is issued biweekly to every farm and ranch in Alberta and covers issues important to Alberta producers. Alberta's best used farm equipment paper, the Wheel & Deal, is included in every issue.
Alberta Farmer Express is a member of the Farm Business Communications family of farm publications.
www.albertafarmexpress.ca
www.agcanada.com
 Canadian Cattlemen The Beef Magazine
 The Western Producer
The Western Producer is the leading agricultural publication targeted for Western Canadian farmers and ranchers and has been a staple in the agricultural industry since 1923. Each week The Producer covers the latest developments in agricultural news, production, technology, markets, finance, livestock and rural lifestyles. Commercial producers are the focus with a weekly technical section branded Production/Farming. News bureaus in Calgary, Camrose, Saskatoon, Regina, Brandon, Winnipeg and Ottawa and an international freelance network ensure comprehensive coverage. Additional supplements inside The Producer provide specialized coverage of the seed industry, canola and pulse industry and farm equipment. The Producer also publishes and distributes show guides for major agricultural trade shows. Producer.com offers a variety of valuable information to the online farmer and rancher.
www.producer.com
Canadian Cattlemen's Association
The CCA is the organization that represents the interests of Canada's over 90,000 beef cattle producers on national issues.
www.cattle.ca
Platinum Student Program Sponsor
 Alberta Livestock and Meat Agency Ltd.
Gold Sponsor
 AVAC Ltd.
AVAC – the Alberta-based early-stage investment company - supports value-added innovators. AVAC provides funds and business support services to agri-business, information and communications technologies, life sciences and industrial technology companies.
www.avacltd.com
CCA Prime Partners
 Scotiabank
 Merck Animal Health
Merck Animal Health offers customers one of the broadest, most innovative animal health portfolios, including products to prevent, treat and control disease in all major farm and companion animal species as well as products for reproduction management.
 Farm Credit Canada
FCC is Canada's largest provider of business and financial services to farms and agribusiness. Operating out of 100 offices located primarily in rural Canada, FCC employees are passionate about the business of agriculture. A healthy portfolio of more than $18 billion and 16 consecutive years of portfolio growth are a reflection of our customers' success.
Our purpose is to enhance rural Canada by providing specialized and personalized business and financial services to small and medium-sized businesses that are related to farming. These are exciting times in agriculture as the industry is constantly changing and evolving. From financing to training and software, community programs and knowledge, our commitment to the agriculture industry remains strong.
CCA AAA Partners
 RBC Royal Bank
RBC Royal Bank is Canada's leading non-government financial services provider to agricultural and agribusiness clients. RBC Agriculture and Agribusiness has been a focus of RBC Royal Bank since 1967, and today has over 200 specially trained Farm Finance Professionals, and 50 centres of expertise, working with agriculture and agribusiness clients across the country. In addition, a team of specialized Risk Managers concentrates solely on specific commodity groups. RBC Agriculture and Agribusiness's support for agriculture extends beyond financial advice, products, and services into community leadership through donations and sponsorships to national agriculture organizations.
 Zactran
CCA AA Partners
 CIBC
CIBC is a leading North American financial institution with more than a century of experience serving agriculture clients across Canada. We have an in-depth understanding of the business of agriculture and we have a long history of supporting the industry. Our nationwide sales force can assist with financial services and products customized to meet the unique needs of farmers and agribusiness. CIBC is also a proud national supporter of the Outstanding Young Farmers of Canada and 4-H Canada.
www.cibc.ca
 Grow Safe Systems Ltd.
Silver Sponsors
 Alberta Beef Producers
The Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is a producer directed and funded organization working to strengthen the sustainability and competitiveness of the beef industry for the benefit of its members. Grassroots direction and feedback is provided through producer meetings held throughout the province every fall. The ABP is overseen by a delegate body elected at these meetings. The ABP operates under provincial legislation which outlines the basic structure, objectives and powers of the organization and provides for a check-off on all cattle marketed in order to finance lobbying, marketing and public relations activities.
www.albertabeef.org
 Genome Alberta
Genome Alberta focuses on genomics research as a key component of the Province’s Life Sciences Strategy. It was incorporated as a not-for-profit corporation, a Centre in partnership with Genome Canada with its head office located in Calgary. The mission of Genome Alberta is to provide leadership in prioritizing, coordinating and enabling world-class genomics research and partnerships in order to create societal and sustainable economic benefits for Alberta and Canada.
 Alberta Innovates Bio Solutions
Alberta Innovates Bio Solutions (AI Bio) is a publicly funded board-governed corporation that works with partners to identify, coordinate and fund research projects that may help to solve industry challenges with solutions that deliver social, economic and environmental benefits. Through this investment in science and research AI Bio aims to help create new technologies and products that will grow Alberta's agriculture, forest and healthy food sectors.
 Real Agriculture
RealAgriculture.com is focused on the issues that are impacting agriculture. Our site is focused on getting you the opinions on the issues so that you not only get the news but the insight into what the news means to your business. Whether you are a farmer, employed in industry, or research we have content that is applicable to you and your business.
www.realagriculture.com
 FBC
With more than 50,000 Members from BC to Ontario, FBC is Canada's agribusiness tax specialist. We have more than 58 years’ experience helping farmers and ranchers keep more money in their pockets. Our specialized farm tax knowledge, combined with our proprietary TaxGuard™ system, will help minimize your taxes and save you money both now and over the long term. Plus, we can help you make the most of government farm support programs like AgriInvest, AgriStability, AgriInsurance and AgriRecovery. For details on how FBC can put more money in your pocket, visit us online or call toll-free 1-800-265-1002.
www.fbc.ca
Bronze Sponsors
 Bank of Montreal
Our understanding and appreciation of Canadian agriculture dates back to 1817 when we began working with farmers. Because of this experience we know your farm is more than just a business - it's a way of life. Our specialists can recommend the customized loan and deposit solutions that can help you grow on your terms and harvest the benefits of your work.
CIBC
CIBC is a leading North American financial institution with more than a century of experience serving agriculture clients across Canada. We have an in-depth understanding of the business of agriculture and we have a long history of supporting the industry. Our nationwide sales force can assist with financial services and products customized to meet the unique needs of farmers and agribusiness. CIBC is also a proud national supporter of the Outstanding Young Farmers of Canada and 4-H Canada.
www.cibc.ca
 Alberta Beef Magazine
Alberta Beef and Saskatchewan Cattlemen's Connection Magazines give you coverage in the two provinces like no other. With 32,000 combined and qualified circulation you are reaching nearly 75% of Canada's beef community. Call or write today for more information
1-800-387-BEEF (2333) or beefmag@telusplanet.net.
 AFSC
Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) is a provincial Crown corporation that works with Alberta's agriculture producers and commercial enterprises to ensure they have the tools they require to run a successful business. With more than 50 offices located across the province, AFSC delivers income stabilization programs, provides insurance products and offers a range of lending products and services.
www.afsc.ca
 Elanco
Consumers around the world demand, and deserve, safe and nutritious food. Elanco understands these needs and provides proven and trusted products to help meet them. Equally important, we work each day to discover and develop promising new ways to help the food industry provide safe, wholesome and affordable high-quality food.
Our products protect animal health and welfare while contributing to food quality, food safety and industry profitability.
 ATB Financial - Agriculture
ATB Financial has been a long-time supporter of the agriculture industry in Alberta, working with producers for over 70 years. The success of our province is built on individuals like you who live the legendary hard-working entrepreneurial spirit. ATB Financial is comprised of likeminded people who see the vision of our customers. Our dedicated team of agriculture experts strives to understand your business and help you continue to unleash your potential and grow your operation.
Merck Animal Health
Merck Animal Health offers customers one of the broadest, most innovative animal health portfolios, including products to prevent, treat and control disease in all major farm and companion animal species as well as products for reproduction management.
 CANADIAN SIMMENTALS
CANADIAN SIMMENTALS are the breed of choice for ranchers wanting to add maternal as well as carcass qualities in one cross. Join the many cattlemen using Simmental genetics to meet the demands of today's competitive beef industry! Simmental-Can you afford not to?
www.simmental.com
 TD Canada Trust Agriculture Services
TD Canada Trust Agriculture Services recognizes that farming is more than a way of life, it's a business. Our Agriculture Specialists understand farming. Our experience helps us appreciate the factors that affect the industry in Canada. We can help you expand your operation, improve your cash flow and finance equipment, quota, or livestock.
Our Specialists are committed to building a long-term relationship with you, your business, and the next generation of proud Canadian farmers.
Together, we can meet today's challenges and anticipate tomorrow's opportunities.
RBC Royal Bank
RBC Royal Bank is Canada's leading non-government financial services provider to agricultural and agribusiness clients. RBC Agriculture and Agribusiness has been a focus of RBC Royal Bank since 1967, and today has over 200 specially trained Farm Finance Professionals, and 50 centres of expertise, working with agriculture and agribusiness clients across the country. In addition, a team of specialized Risk Managers concentrates solely on specific commodity groups. RBC Agriculture and Agribusiness's support for agriculture extends beyond financial advice, products, and services into community leadership through donations and sponsorships to national agriculture organizations.
 Golden West Radio
Bronze Speaker Sponsor
Farm Credit Canada
FCC are proud sponsors of the ILC Speaker: Bill Helming
FCC is Canada's largest provider of business and financial services to farms and agribusiness. Operating out of 100 offices located primarily in rural Canada, FCC employees are passionate about the business of agriculture. A healthy portfolio of more than $18 billion and 16 consecutive years of portfolio growth are a reflection of our customers' success.
Our purpose is to enhance rural Canada by providing specialized and personalized business and financial services to small and medium-sized businesses that are related to farming. These are exciting times in agriculture as the industry is constantly changing and evolving. From financing to training and software, community programs and knowledge, our commitment to the agriculture industry remains strong.
Bronze Coffee Break Sponsor
 MNP LLP
MNP are proud sponsors of the ILC coffee breaks
MNP is one of the largest chartered accountancy and business advisory firms in Canada. For more than 60 years, we have proudly responded to the needs of our clients in the public and private sectors. Through partner-led engagements, we provide a cost-effective approach to doing business and personalized strategies to help you achieve your goals. It’s knowing your vision, your business and you.
www.mnp.ca
TESA Sponsor
MNP LLP
MNP are proud sponsors of the ILC coffee breaks
MNP is one of the largest chartered accountancy and business advisory firms in Canada. For more than 60 years, we have proudly responded to the needs of our clients in the public and private sectors. Through partner-led engagements, we provide a cost-effective approach to doing business and personalized strategies to help you achieve your goals. It’s knowing your vision, your business and you.
www.mnp.ca
Supporter Sponsors
 Calgary Stampede
 UFA
 MacDon
MacDon Industries Ltd. is a family owned and Canadian based manufacturer of harvesting equipment specializing in the production of pull-type and self-propelled windrowers and pick-up headers for combines for world markets. Our disc, auger and draper products are commonly used to harvest a wide variety of cereal grains, oilseeds, grass seeds, rice, soybeans, hay, forage and specialty crops such as peas, lupins and lentils.
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