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The Beef 2006 sponsorship program includes four levels of sponsorship, each with varying features. To find out more, please click the link below, or contact us with any questions.
 Sponsorship Program Levels
Hosts
 ISEF
The mission of the ISEF is to serve as a catalyst for "exchange and solution development" among present and future industry thought leaders by creating opportunities surrounding the international livestock industry and meat supply chain perspectives and through development of educational initiatives on critical issues impacting the industry.
www.theisef.com
 The Calgary Stampede
The Calgary Exhibition & Stampede is a volunteer-supported, not-for-profit organization that preserves and promotes Western heritage and values. Our organization began as an agricultural fair in 1886, but has always grown in step with our community. We are extremely pleased to host this conference in partnership with other likeminded organizations and together have created an environment for industry leaders to exchange knowledge and network for the betterment of the beef industry.
www.calgarystampede.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 Level Sponsors ($10,000+)
 AAFC'S CARD Program, administered through the Agriculture and Food Council
The Keynote Speaker Program is one of CARD Alberta's initiatives designed to help Alberta's agricultural industry attract top calibre speakers to industry conferences, annual meetings, workshops and symposiums by sharing the costs of keynote speakers. This program will help organizations attract exceptional people who can bring new information, perspectives, and global experiences to the industry.
For more information, please contact:
Miriam Esquitín
Agri-Industry Development Officer
Agriculture and Food Council
Phone: (780) 955-3714 ext. 227
Email: miriam.esquitin@agfoodcouncil.com
or visit our web site.
www.agfoodcouncil.com
 Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development
The Ministry is divided into the Department of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development and a number of agencies, boards and commissions. The Department is responsible for the management of programs designed to facilitate the development of all phases of the agriculture and food industry, to sustain the natural resource base of the industry and to encourage the development of rural communities.
One of the Department's programs, the Agricultural Initiatives Program (AIP), provides support to encourage improvements in agriculture, the quality of life in the agricultural community and to facilitate rural development. Beef 2006 is supported under AIP.
For more information, please contact:
Shaffeek Ali, P.Ag. Head
Rural Programs Branch
201, 7000 - 113 Street
Edmonton, Alberta Canada T6H 5T6
Phone: (780) 422-4909
E-mail: shaffeek.ali@gov.ab.ca
www.agric.gov.ab.ca
 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
 Alberta Livestock Industry Development Fund (ALIDF)
The Alberta Livestock Industry Development Fund (ALIDF) is a not-for-profit company that was founded on a collaborative mandate developed by nine livestock industry organizations and supported by the Alberta government. The ALIDF, an industry vehicle for innovation, takes raw ideas and enthusiasm and focuses it on the health and productivity of the industry.
Farmers, researchers, processors, retailers and consumers all play key roles in how livestock issues, and production of food and non-food products are approached. Collectively, this achieves a more innovative, humane and socially responsive industry in which consumers may remain confident.
www.alidf.ca
 Canadian Cattlemen, The Beef Magazine
Since 1938 Canadian Cattlemen Magazine, The Beef Magazine, has focused on the business of raising and marketing beef. Canada's only national beef publication serves the beef industry with award winning editorial and timely marketing information. We're pleased to support the International Livestock Congress and our Canadian beef industry.
www.canadiancattlemen.ca
 IAMF - Innovation in Agribusiness Management Fund
Gold Level Sponsors ($7,500)
Cargill
 Catalyst Chartered Accountants and Consultants
Catalyst Chartered Accountants and Consultants is a full service Accounting and Business Advisory firm with over 50 professionals and associates and offices in Calgary and High River. We provide Financial Statement Preparation, Tax Services and Advisory Services including Valuations, Mergers and Acquisitions and Business Strategies. After 30 years, our extensive experience in Agribusiness allows us to provide our clients with advice and solutions that brings positive changes to their business operations. We provide a fresh, knowledgeable perspective for our clients, strive to become their most trusted advisor, and work together to solve their challenges and take advantage of all available opportunities.
www.catalystsolutions.ca
 Western Feedlots Ltd.
Western Feedlots Ltd. is a dynamic and diverse, Albertan owned agribusiness with a 48 year history in the cattle industry. Cattle & grain producers in western Canada recognize Western for providing a vast package of market access services of a unique and progressive nature. In addition to cattle ownership and custom feeding, Western's businesses include grass cattle management services, customer finance, feed freight systems, software development, beef research and more. Western's history of success is a result of a continual search for innovation and advancement which is driven by strong relationships in our community of cattlemen and industry working together.
www.westernfeedlots.com
Silver Level Sponsors ($5,000)
 Alberta Innovation and Science
Alberta Innovation and Science, a department in the Government of Alberta, coordinates research, science and technology activities in three priority areas: energy, information and communications technology and life sciences. Working closely with partners in industry, research organizations, academia and other levels of government, the department creates an environment that attracts investments and supports the work of highly qualified people to help advance innovation and improve the quality of life for all Albertans.
 ComputerAid Professional Services
ComputerAid Professional Services Ltd. offers technology solutions to the cattle industry including producers, feedlots, and backgrounders. Our mission is to provide our clients with the tools, technology, and training to ensure they are profitable, sustainable and positioned to be leaders in the global cattle industry. Our services include software, technical and Internet support, design and consulting, virus backup protocols, project management and training.
Our commercial software is designed to optimize your performance and profitability. We are excited about the launch of our two new programs, AV Professional and Ranchers Advantage. Our age verification software, called AV Professional will open markets for age verified cattle and Ranchers Advantage will provided producers with an exceptional herd management system.
For more information, please contact:
Phone: (403) 938-2030
Email: info@computeraidpro.com
www.computeraidpro.com
 FBC
For over 50 years, FBC has been helping farmers and other rural business owners minimize their taxes, maximize their credits and protect their assets. FBC is Canada's high-value alternative to the traditional accounting approach. We are always working to put more money in our clients' pockets, and we provide a variety of tax and estate planning services for a fixed annual fee. We are proud to represent more than 50,000 clients from Ontario west to British Columbia. FBC is helping those clients keep more of their hard-earned money today - and preserve more of their assets for generations to come.
 Meyers Norris Penny
www.mnp.ca
Bronze Level Sponsors ($2,500)
 Agricore United/Unifeed
Agricore United is Canada's largest agricultural services company. It operates a network of grain handling facilities in Manitoba, Alberta, and Saskatchewan as well as ship loading facilities in Vancouver and Thunder Bay. Agricore United is also Canada's largest retailer of seed, fertilizer, and crop protection chemicals.
Unifeed is the feed manufacturing division of Agricore United. In Alberta Unifeed operates a modern system of feed manufacturing plants with operations in Lethbridge, Olds, Red Deer, Edmonton, and Sherwood Park. Unifeed also has feed mills in British Columbia and Manitoba. Unifeed Financial (a partnership with Scotia Bank) supports western Canada's beef producers with an extensive loan portfolio financing cattle inventories.
Agricore United and Unifeed are proud to support the International Livestock Congress.
 CIBC Small Business
We know you need a bank that understands the unique business of agriculture including production cycles, market changes, and consumer demands. CIBC can help with financial services products customized to the specifics of your agriculture business.
Whether you need a loan or you want financial planning and investment advice, our experienced team of Agriculture Banking Specialists, Account Managers and Investment Specialists can help you find the solutions that are right for you and for your business. With more than a century of agriculture experience, we're in this business for the long haul, because we know you are too!
www.cibc.com
 Elanco Animal Health
At Elanco Animal Health, we make this commitment to Canadian Cattlemen: We fully support the products we provide. And we are committed to leveraging our knowledge and experience to help you maximize the benefits of our products in your operation. Our dedication to ongoing research and development will allow us to continue to deliver high quality, innovative therapies and programs that align with the challenges you face in our changing Canadian business environment.
www.elanco.ca
Feedlot Health Management Services
Landmark Feeds Inc.
 PricewaterhouseCoopers
At PricewaterhouseCoopers ("PwC") we believe that: Industry specialization is required to understand issues and deliver superior client service. Agriculture and the agri-business sectors are integral components of our North American economy and culture. As a result, PwC has invested in the agriculture and agri-business sector. We have a team of dedicated professionals who maintain a local, national as well as a global perspective. We have built a dedicated agricultural practice working with agri-businesses ranging from primary producers to consumer processors including the beef, pork, poultry and grain sectors.
www.pwc.com/ca
 RBC Royal Bank
At RBC Royal Bank, we understand that what our agriculture clients want most is our understanding and commitment to them through the ups and downs of the agriculture industry. We stand by our clients and work with them to provide financial advice, and help them develop a clear plan and strategy tailored to their specific needs and situation.
Our agriculture account managers understand farm business intimately and are known as some of the most knowledgeable and client-focused agriculture bankers around. RBC has 238 specially trained farm finance professionals working with our farm clients, as well as 55 centres of expertise across Canada.
 TD Canada Trust
At TD Canada Trust, our agriculture specialists know that every farm is unique. Each requires quick and efficient tailored solutions, backed by experts who understand the industry.
Our range of financial products and services is unrivalled. And so is our belief in creating long-term working partnerships to support them. That's why we have dedicated agriculture branches in local communities. We'll take the time to meet with you and develop answers that best suit your needs. After all, we want to help you build a successful business comfortably. So stop by your local branch today.
www.tdcanadatrust.com/agriculture
 UFA
UFA's dedication to rural Alberta and Western Canada began in 1909 and continues today. UFA prides itself on actively promoting and supporting agri-business and the rural way of life through our Community Investment Program and is proud to be a part of over 100 communities throughout Western Canada. Look for a UFA in you're community.
 Unicom Graphics
www.unicomgraphics.com
Student Program Sponsor ($2,500)
 Growing Alberta
Growing Alberta is a comprehensive communications and public relations program that builds understanding and awareness with Albertans on the agriculture and food industry. Our efforts are solidly supported by the strong commitment our industry has to food safety, ensuring an economic impact in the communities in which our industry thrives, and the stewardship of resources like the environment and the animals in our care.
Through our many integrated communications initiatives, including Food for Thought magazine and www.growingalberta.com we work to dispel the myths, tell the stories, and paint the picture showing the commitment, importance and strength in our agri-food industry today. To learn more, please visit:
www.growingalberta.com
Coffee Sponsor
 EcoAg/Roseburn Ranches
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