Joining the CLGA:
Of course, we are always happy to receive applications for membership in the Canadian Livestock Genetics Association.
If you would like to be considered for membership, please refer to the following chart to determine which category would apply to your business and for information on membership fees. (Fees are invoiced quarterly and are subject to GST.)
Then, contact the Executive Director by letter, fax or e-mail indicating your desire to join and providing us with some general information on your business and anything else that you think may help us to make a decision.
All applications are subject to approval by the Board of Directors. If you have any questions, please contact the Executive Director.
| Commodity: Semen |
| Full Members |
Actively market genetic products which they may or may not produce. |
| Associate Members |
Custom collect only. |
| Affiliate Members |
Do not export or produce for export. |
| Commodity: Embryos |
| Full Members |
Actively market bovine genetic products which they may or may not produce. |
| Associate Members |
Produce bovine embryos for export but do not market. Produce and/or market embryos from small ruminants (goats, sheep, etc.). |
| Affiliate Members |
None. |
| Commodity: Livestock |
| Full Members |
Export cattle to countries in addition to the continental USA. |
| Associate Members |
Export cattle to the continental USA only. Export small ruminants (sheep, goats, etc.) to any country. |
| Affiliate Members |
None. |
| Commodity: Benefits |
| Full Members |
Qualify to sit on Board of Directors. Participate in LTIS Committee. Full participation in policy and position development. No certification fees (eg.: Japan embryos and semen). 50% discount on Animal Health News. |
| Associate Members |
Can vote for Board of Directors. 25% discount on Animal Health News. |
| Affiliate Members |
None. |
Common Benefits for all three levels:
- participate in e-mail distribution and discussion groups
- participate in working groups as required
- receive CLGA bulletin
- special members' toll free phone number
(Note: All memberships are subject to the approval of the Board of Directors.)
| Commodity |
Full Members |
Associate |
Affiliate |
| Semen |
$5000 + $25/bull housed * |
$2500 |
$500 |
| Embryos |
$2000 |
$1000 |
|
| Livestock |
$5000 |
$2500 |
|
| Livestock & Embryos |
$7000 |
$3500 |
|
| All 3 |
$10000 + $25/bull housed * |
$5000 |
|
* refers to dairy bulls.
Document :
Application for Membership in the Canadian Livestock Genetics Association
