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2018 RABBIT & CAVY COMPETITION www.royalfair.org
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2018 Tundra 4x4 Crewmax TRD Sport.
GOOD LUCK TO ALL THE COMPETITORS.
TOYOTA IS THE OFFICIAL VEHICLE OF THE ROYAL.®
PRESIDENT’S LETTER
The 96th Royal Agricultural Winter Fair I would like to welcome all exhibitors to The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is a
celebrates excellence in agriculture, the 96th Royal. As the newly elected great Canadian tradition – now 96 years
food products and equine sport. This President and Chairman of The Board I young. By competing in The Royal, you
annual event welcomes exhibitors of am thrilled to preside over our 2018 Fair. are part of our tradition — and part of
many different livestock breeds and our future. I wish you every success in
The 2017 Fair was the most successful
agricultural products excited to compete the Royal competition of your choice in
Royal year on record. As a result, The
for championship titles, conduct business 2018. We appreciate your participation
Royal is investing in improving exhibitor
and interact with their colleagues. The and your loyalty. Rest assured that we
experience. Upgraded electrical and water
Royal also welcomes thousands of continue to work hard to create a best-in-
supply has been approved by the Board
spectators eager to explore and learn class experience for you. We look forward
of Directors and work is underway. The
about agriculture and food and interact to seeing you at The Royal.
Rob Flack, President upgrades to the Livestock Barn will allow
with producers. On behalf of The Royal’s
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair access to much needed services for beef Good luck to everyone and we will see you
staff, volunteers and Board of Directors, and dairy exhibitors. in the show ring!
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John Deere is proud to support this world-class event celebrating the
hard work of farmers across the country.
The Official Equipment Sponsor of
The Royal Agricultural Winter FairGENERAL INFORMATION
THE ROYAL AGRICULTURAL WINTER FAIR
Main Reception (416) 263-3400
AGRICULTURE SHOW OFFICE HORSE SHOW
Agriculture Show Office Manager Angela Booth Malleau (416) 263-3418 Director, Equestrian & Breed Sport Christine Reupke (416) 263-3407
abooth@royalfair.org creupke@royalfair.org
active after September 10, 2018
Horse Show Manager Peter Doubleday (416) 263-3417
ADMINISTRATION Group Sales Coordinator Josh Baranowski (416) 263-3409
Chief Executive Officer Charlie Johnstone (416) 263-3401 jbaranowski@royalfair.org
cjohnstone@royalfair.org Director, Event & Broadcast Robert MacAskill (416) 263-3498
rmacaskill@royalfair.org
Manager, Corporate Projects Jennifer Tattersall (416) 263-3406
jtattersall@royalfair.org SPONSORSHIP SALES AND DEVELOPMENT
AGRICULTURE SHOW Director, Corporate Development Chris Sura (416) 263-3402
csura@royalfair.org
Director, Agriculture & Food Peter Hohenadel (416) 263-3482
phohenadel@royalfair.org Senior Manager, Corporate Development Caitlin O’Neill (416) 263-3437
coneill@royalfair.org
Manager, Agriculture & Food Trish McMahon Scott (416) 263-3440
tscott@royalfair.org COMMERCIAL EXHIBITS
Agriculture & Food Coordinator Shaniece Mitchell (416) 263- 3433 Manager, Commercial Exhibits Heather Sommer (416) 263-3455
smitchell@royalfair.org hsommer@royalfair.org
MARKETING
FINANCE
Manager, Marketing Bobby Arthur (416) 263-3411
Director, Finance Janet Scott (416) 263-3469
& Community Relations barthur@royalfair.org
jscott@royalfair.org
Financial Administrator Kelly Manning (416) 263-3496 HOSPITALITY
kmanning@royalfair.org Director, Hospitality & Special Events Tim Lilleyman (416) 263-3413
tlilleyman@royalfair.org
OPERATIONS
Manager, Operations Gabe Simms (416) 263-3408 FEATURE PROGRAMMING
gsimms@royalfair.org Manager, Features & Education Ana Stuart (416) 263-3495
astuart@royalfair.org
5GENERAL INFORMATION
MAILING ADDRESS SHIPPING ADDRESS ONTARIO HYDRO SAFETY REGULATIONS ATTENTION UNITED STATES AND FOREIGN
Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Royal Agricultural Winter Fair The Ontario Electrical Safety Code Rule 2-022, requires EXHIBITORS
39 Manitoba Drive Door 33, Manitoba Drive that all electrical equipment must be approved before it may
Enercare Centre Enercare Centre lawfully be advertised, displayed, offered for sale, sold, or oth- PAYMENT OF FEES
Exhibition Place Exhibition Place erwise disposed of or used in this Province. It is, therefore, 1. All fees must be paid in Canadian Funds.
Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 the responsibility of each exhibitor to ensure that all electri- 2. In order to obtain maximum premium on US funds,
Canada Canada cal equipment in, on or about his/her booth comply with the (1) pay by credit card, VISA or MASTERCARD accepted
above regulations. This includes electrical merchandise as well or (2) purchase a Canadian Dollar Draft or Money Order
PARKING VIOLATIONS as lighting and display equipment. at your Bank or Post Office.
The RAWF will not be responsible for payment of parking 3. DO NOT SEND cheques drawn on US Banks marked
Should any of this equipment not comply, it is recommended
violations incurred by any person(s) prior to, during or after as “Payable in Canadian Dollars,” as we are unable to
that you request temporary permission to exhibit while the
the RAWF negotiate same. International exhibitors MUST pay the
necessary electrical approval certification is being sought: HST charges on their entries, as the service is being pro-
LIVESTOCK TRAILER PARKING Electrical Safety Authority vided in Canada.
Exhibitors’ livestock trailers will be parked OFF Exhibition Attn.: Provincial Code Engineer
grounds at no charge during the RAWF in designated lots 155 Matheson Road West CUSTOMS
assigned by The RAWF. A map to allocated parking locations Mississauga, ON L5R 3L5 Exhibits from the United States or any other foreign coun-
will be provided during move in/arrival. It is requested that all Tel: (905) 712-5363 try will be admitted in bond without collection of duties, if
exhibitors requiring parking for their trucks and trailers pro- Failure to comply could result in the equipment being refused returned within ninety days from date of importation. Exhib-
vide that information on the entry form so that The RAWF connection to the source of electrical supply and may even be itors from outside Canada should contact the RAWF’s desig-
may appropriately allocate space for parking in 2018. ordered to be removed from the display. nated customs broker:
ELECTRICAL POWER: The electrical power in all buildings Livingston Event Logistics
SHUTTLE SERVICE
is 60 cycle. The outlets in most buildings have three prongs. 40 University Avenue, Suite 400, Toronto, ON, M5J 1T1.
A shuttle will operate between the Enercare Centre/Coca-
All electrical appliances used in buildings where such outlets Tel 416-863-9339 or Fax 416-863-5149.
Cola Coliseum Buildings and the Ontario Place parking lot on
a regular basis. There will be no charge for this service. have been installed must be equipped with cords having three- Livingston Event Logistics have offices at most Ports of Entry
pronged grounded plugs. to Canada. It is suggested that exhibitors contact Livingston
COOKING APPLIANCES: No cooking units shall be Event Logistics well in advance of entry to Canada.
allowed in the buildings.
ELECTRICAL SERVICES: All exhibitors must use the ser- U.S. Livestock Exhibitors – Import permits are necessary for
vices of the in-house electrical company contacted through temporary entry to Canada. Please refer to the Rules & Reg-
Enercare Centre. ulations for detailed permit instructions and requirements for
Breeding Cattle imported from the United States to Canada
on temporary status.
6GENERAL INFORMATION
THE ROYAL AGRICULTURAL WINTER FAIR WOMEN OF EXCELLENCE IN AGRICULTURE AWARD
ENDOWMENT FUND
Since 1996, the Federated Women’s Institutes of Ontario Call for Nominations
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair has an established FWIO invites you to recognize a deserving woman who has
(FWIO) have recognized the significant contribution made
Endowment Fund which exists to provide reserves for tirelessly contributed to “excellence in agriculture” at The
by women in agriculture at The Royal Agricultural Winter
responsible financial management, and also to provide a Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. The winner will be FWIO’s
Fair by presenting them with the prestigious Women of
source of funding for initiatives deemed critical to advanc- guest of honour at the Tribute to Agricultural Excellence
Excellence in Agriculture Award.
ing the objectives of The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. Luncheon, where the award will be presented.
Enriching The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Endowment Criteria for Selection
Fund is an important responsibility shared by those who Open to all women currently or previously involved in agri- Selection
are committed to the future of this great Canadian insti- culture, The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair and their com- The winner will be selected by an appointed committee of
tution. The demands today are significant, and the dreams munity (i.e. 4-H, Fair Board or Plowing Match). FWIO representatives and notified by September 30.
for tomorrow limitless – and we all have the ability to con- Applications available from:
Nominations
tribute either directly or indirectly. Federated Women’s Institutes of Ontario
Your nomination package must include:
If you would like more information about The Royal A typed profile, not to exceed 500 words, describing 552 Ridge Road
Agricultural Winter Fair Endowment Fund, including the agricultural work of the nominee, involvement at The Stoney Creek, ON L8J 2Y6
details as to how to make a contribution, please contact Royal Agricultural Winter Fair and in their community. Phone: 905-662-2691
the Chief Executive Officer, Royal Agricultural Winter Three nominators, providing letters of recommendation Email: fwio@fwio.on.ca
Fair at 416-263-3400. (not to exceed one page each) and the nominee’s contact Deadline: Submit completed nomination packages by June
information 30th each year. All nominations are to be sent to the FWIO
Offices.
Previous Winners
1996 Miriam Detwiler 2005 Monica Veit
1996 Joy Palmer 2007 Judy Shelley
1997 Evelyn McCutcheon 2008 Joanne Currie
1998 Grace Oesch 2009 Doris Aitken
1999 Cathy Wilson Pinkney 2011 Katie Normet
2000 Cathy Lasby 2012 Karen Eastman Velthuis
2001 Jane Whaley 2013 Mary Ann Found
2002 Josie Wintersinger 2014 Donna Willows
2003 Sharon Douglas 2015 Pat Marcotte
2016 Mary Elmhirst
Congratulations to the 2017 winner of the "Women of Excellence in Agriculture Award"
Shelley Barfoot-O’Neill
7GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS
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.
INTERPRETATION ENTRY PROCEDURE the particulars of firms may be required by the Exec-
1. Throughout the Competition Book, The Royal 5. Exhibitors are encouraged to place their entries online utive Committee.
Agricultural Winter Fair Association of Canada and where applicable. 13. Unless otherwise specified, no entry is required for
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair shall be referred to 6. An entry will be considered valid only when the RAWF championships or specials, provided the animal or
as the “RAWF” or “The Royal” receives a properly completed and signed Entry Form article is entered in the appropriate regular class. First
a. “Directors” means the Board of Directors of the including payment in full by no later than the entry and second prize winners are automatically eligible for
RAWF closing date. The RAWF reserves the right to refuse championships.
b. “Chief Executive Officer” or “CEO” means the any entry, at its sole discretion, and to return any entry EXHIBITS
Chief Executive Officer of the RAWF fee without further liability. Closing dates are stated in
14. All exhibits shall be under the control and direction
c. “Judge” means the person(s) contracted by the each competition section.
of the RAWF but solely at the risk of the exhibitor.
RAWF to decide events/competitions/shows at 7. If the number of entries exceeds the capacity of the The RAWF will not be responsible for damage, injury,
such RAWF facility, The RAWF reserves the right to return entries. loss or theft of any exhibit, irrespective of the cause of
d. “Exhibitor” means any owner signing an Entry Form 8. If an Entry Form is sent by FAX machine: such damage, injury, loss or theft. Each exhibitor will be
and/or the lessee, manager, agent nominator, driver, a. Please indicate that you have faxed your entry, on solely responsible for any damage, injury, loss or theft
rider or employee of such owner the entry form; occasioned by or arising from any article exhibited by
2. The RAWF Management has the final and absolute b. Entries will only be accepted if payment is made by him/her and shall indemnify the RAWF against all legal
right to interpret these rules and regulations and to credit card and the credit card information is com- or other proceedings in regard thereto.
determine all matters, questions or differences in pleted on the form; 15. No exhibit shall be temporarily removed during the
regard thereto, or otherwise arising out of, or in con- c. Do not FAX an Entry Form more than once unless RAWF without the written authority of the Chief
nection with, or incident to the RAWF. instructed to do so by the RAWF. Executive Officer and this written permission shall be
3. The RAWF Management has the right to amend or 9. Payment of entry fees will be accepted by Master- given only on leaving such deposit as the Chief Execu-
add to these Rules and Regulations from time to time Card/VISA or cheque. HST should be added to all fees tive Officer shall specify, and the written authority shall
4. Any exhibitor who violates any of the rules and reg- quoted unless otherwise stated, and must be paid in state the departure time and return time of the exhibit.
ulations printed in the Competition Book will forfeit Canadian funds. US exhibitors please refer to the U.S. If the exhibit is not returned in accordance with the
all privileges and premiums upon decision of the man- and Foreign Exhibitors page. terms of the authority, the deposit will be forfeited to
agement. This may include any or all of the following: 10. Exhibits that have been erroneously entered, may, at the RAWF.
a. Prizes, awards, diplomas, certificates; the discretion of the Agriculture Manager, be trans- 16. Under no circumstances will articles which are offensive
b. Prize money; ferred to their proper classes prior to judging. by reason of their odour or appearance or which are
c. Forfeiture of any or all passes, entry fees and stall 11. No substitution will be accepted after the entry closing dangerous by reason of their combustible or explosive
rental fees; date, except as referred to in the appropriate section character, be accepted or admitted, and if any such be
d. Banned from exhibiting at future RAWF Events. 12. Firms and co-partnerships entering exhibits for com- allowed admission, through misrepresentation or oth-
This exhibitor may also be subject to such penalty as the petition must be in existence at the time of making the erwise, they must be removed by order of the Chief
Executive Committee may determine. entry and in all cases must be bona fide. Affidavits of Executive Officer.
8GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS
EXHIBITS (cont’d)
17. No exhibit shall have overhead storage of any kind as 25. It is the responsibility of each exhibitor to keep stalls, Tents/displays that are approved by RAWF Manage-
it does not comply with the RAWF’s safety protocols. pens and/or exhibit areas clean and neat. ment will be subject to a fee. Tent space will be limited
18. No pets will be allowed in the facilities with the excep- 26. Professional displays are encouraged. Space visible to to 10x10 and display space will be limited to 10x7. Tents
tion of service dogs. the public and/or your neighbouring exhibitors must and displays are to be incorporated into the stalling
19. If required by the RAWF Management, an exhibi- be finished attractively. Please see the display/tent* area. Tents and displays will not be permitted on the
tor shall make a statutory declaration that the article section on the entry form to apply. stalling row ends or against the building walls due to fire
exhibited by him/her is exhibited in accordance with and safety protocols.
DISPLAYS
and in all respects comply with the rules and regulations Only one tent and/or booth is allowed per string. A tent
27. Exhibitors will not be permitted to call attention to
of the RAWF. In case any exhibitor refuses to make is to be used for tack storage. A display booth is to be
their exhibits in a noisy or disorderly manner. Only
such declaration, all premiums awarded to him/her shall used for farm or animal promotion only. Any tents or
such signs and placards may be used throughout the
be forfeited and all such articles shall be removed forth- displays that are not utilized in the appropriate manner,
buildings as the Chief Executive Officer shall approve
with if so ordered by the Executive Committee. as deemed by management, will be removed. All tents
and allow. The Executive Committee reserves the right
and displays must post their permit for the clear view
EXHIBITOR CONDUCT to prescribe the dimensions and regulate the position
of the Fire Marshal and RAWF staff.
20. Any false representation, interference or unacceptable of all signs, and generally to direct the arrangement of
the exhibits, so far as the same may be necessary to 30. Pop-up tents will be required to have an operable fire
conduct on the part of an Exhibitor will be dealt with by
secure harmony and an attractive appearance. Except extinguisher positioned on the outside of the tent. The
the RAWF according to the circumstances of the case.
with permission of the CEO, no person(s) will be per- Fire Marshal has the authority to look in any pop-up
21. Upon the discovery of any fraud, deception or dishon-
mitted to distribute advertising matter in the RAWF tent, at any time, if there is probable cause. If possible,
est practice, either in the preparation or ownership or
Show Rings except from his/her exhibit, nor tack up or the Fire Marshal will check with string personnel prior
of any misrepresentation concerning any article exhib-
post any advertisement, bill, card, etc., except in the to entry.
ited, which may have affected or have been intended to
space occupied by the exhibitor. 31. Remember: Fire Regulations and enhanced grounds
affect the decision of the judges, the Executive Com-
28. Undue noise or unseemly methods of demonstrations safety measures are designed for the protection and
mittee has the power to withhold the payment of any
made in the operation of displays will not be tolerated. safety of you and your property.
prize awarded. The Executive Committee may prohibit
any such party or parties from exhibiting at the RAWF Noise levels of sound amplification equipment must JUDGES AND JUDGING
for one or more years and may also publish the names not interfere with any other persons. The RAWF may 32. Judges are expected to familiarize themselves with all
of such persons as may be deemed expedient. terminate the use of any such equipment or methods. the rules and regulations of the RAWF and to partic-
22. Consumption of alcoholic beverages outside of desig- The final decision of what constitutes undue noise and ularly note those bearing on the classes to be judged
nated licensed areas of the RAWF will not be tolerated. unseemly methods shall rest with the RAWF. by them.
Violators of this rule will be dealt with accordingly. 29. In an effort to best utilize the space in the barn for 33. In the absence of competition in any class, the judge will
23. The Enercare Centre and Coca-Cola Coliseum are animal and exhibitor use, tents* and displays will only award such premium as he/she determines the exhibit
smoke free facilities. In accordance with the Smoke- be permitted once the stalling plan has been finalized. deserves. He/she will exercise his/her discretion as to
Free Ontario Act, smoking is PROHIBITED in the Exhibitors wishing to have a display and/or tent must whether first, second or any premium will be awarded.
barns and indoor areas. complete the tent/display application and submit it to Judges may not award prizes to unworthy exhibits.
24. Glass bottles are not permitted in the barn for safety the Agriculture Show Office along with entries before
and environmental reasons. the respective entry closing date of each section.
* PLEASE NOTE: Ceiling covers are prohibited on tents. 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.
9GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS
JUDGES AND JUDGING (cont’d)
34. If there is any question regarding the legitimacy of an 37. Any exhibitor who by himself/herself, his/her agent or 41. The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair reserves the right
entry, or the right of an article to compete in any Sec- employee interferes or shows disrespect to any judge to not process cheques in the amount of or less than
tion or Class, the judge shall report this to the Super- during the performance of his/her duties on the prem- $25.00 for all shows where prizes are being offered
intendent or clerk in charge. ises occupied by the RAWF or is guilty of conduct 42. Ribbons and trophies will be awarded as follows:
35. All judging documentation (each page initialed) must be calculated to bring the RAWF into disrepute shall be a. Ribbons
signed with the judge’s regular signature and returned subject to any or all the forfeitures and/or penalties pro- First. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Red
to the Agriculture Show Office as soon as the awards vided for in Rule #4. Second . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blue
are completed. Judges should not leave the RAWF until Third . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . White
PROTESTS
they have ascertained that there are no protests against Fourth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yellow
38. All other protests must be made out to the RAWF in
any of the awards in the classes they have judged. Fifth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Green
writing and accompanied by a deposit of $50. Such
36. The decision of the judges shall be final in all cases. Sixth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pink
protests must plainly state the cause of complaint,
However, should an exhibitor have a protest, the fol- Seventh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Purple
concern or appeal and must be delivered to the CEO’s
lowing procedure must be followed: Eighth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brown
office within 48 hours of the event or visit.
a. All protests must be in writing and must state plainly Ninth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Orange
the cause of complaint or appeal and must be deliv- SUPERINTENDENTS AND ASSISTANTS Tenth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pale Blue
ered to the Chief Executive Officer’s Office within 39. Subject to the direction of the RAWF Agriculture Championship . . . . . . . . . . . Red, White & Blue
two (2) hours of judging (for livestock). For all other Manager, each Superintendent and/or assistant is Reserve Championship. . Purple, Pink & White
competitions, complaints must be delivered to the responsible for the Section to which he/she is assigned. b. Trophies – Trophies offered for perpetual competition
CEO’s office within 48 hours; Consequently, exhibitors are required to follow his/her will remain in the custody of the RAWF. The name
b. The protest must be accompanied by a deposit instructions in matters pertaining to the placing and of each winner will be engraved thereon or on the
which will be forfeited if the protest is not sustained showing of exhibits. plate attached thereto.
c. Deposit amounts are as follows:
AWARDS 43. Each exhibitor shall agree that photographs taken of
$100 Livestock (this includes livestock youth shows)
40. Prize money will be mailed as soon as possible after the the exhibitor and/or exhibits by any photographer
$50 Agriculture Product and Dance Competitions;
close of the RAWF and will be paid in Canadian funds. approved by the RAWF may be used for purposes of
d. No appeal from an award based upon a statement
Exhibitors who do not receive their prize money by promotion by the RAWF or its official sponsors.
that the judge has overlooked an exhibit will be con-
January 5th of the year following the RAWF, must apply
sidered by the Executive Committee.
to the Agriculture department for payment thereof,
in writing, before January 10th, quoting specifics of the
competition, class and placing.
10SMALL LIVESTOCK RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. OWNERSHIP: All entries must be the bona fide prop- will not be allowed in the show ring, at the discretion of 8. BARREN ANIMALS: The RAWF debars and will, to
erty of the exhibitor; owned by and registered in the RAWF management. the utmost of its power, discourage and prohibit the
name of the exhibitor at the time of entry closing. The 4. All livestock entered in purebred classes for show or showing of barren animals in breeding classes/shows.
breeder of the animal will be the person(s) recorded as sale at the RAWF must be recorded as Purebred as 9. STALLS: Stalls and pens for livestock will be allotted by
such on the registration certificate. An animal owned determined by the by-laws of an Association authorized the Superintendent and barn bosses of the section. No
jointly by more than one individual, firm or institution to register animals of that breed. Each breed association exhibitor has the right of use to any stall at succeeding
must be registered in the names of the joint owners. In shall: Fairs. Consequently, exhibitors installing fittings in a
the event that one of the joint owners is the breeder of a. Be solely responsible to assure that its breed reg- stall do so subject to the RAWF’s right to enter the stall
the animal, he may include it in a group class having a istration rules, regulations and by-laws, including and remove such fittings when, in the opinion of man-
bred and owned requirement. those relating to ownership and to those relating to agement, it is desirable to do so to cope with stabling
2. CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS: criteria defining “purebred” for that specific breed requirements or to comply with fire safety regulations.
a. Entries and full payment are due on or before the are adhered to No overhead storage will be permitted as per General
posted closing date b. Be solely responsible to verify and assure, prior to Rules & Regulations Rule #17.
b. Entries received after the posted closing date will the competition, that each entry made in a breed 10. EXHIBITOR SIGNS: The RAWF has available for pur-
be accepted at the discretion of the RAWF and association sanctioned show is eligible to compete in chase standard exhibitor signs. A chloroplast panel 48”
late penalties may apply (See individual competi- the class or classes declared by the exhibitor wide and 15” deep may be used by exhibitors of cattle,
tion section) c. Indemnify the RAWF against all legal or other pro- sheep and goats. For the price of $100 each a sign will
c. Cancellations received due to extraordinary circum- ceedings related to the implementation of the breed be ordered and delivered to the RAWF for you. Signs
stances (eg. Natural disasters, storms, accidents or association’s rules, regulations and by-laws can be ordered and picked up in the Royal Agriculture
emergencies) will be addressed on a case by case 5. PRODUCTION OF CERTIFICATES: Exhibitors of Show Office.
basis by RAWF management animals entered in the purebred classes must have orig- 11. ACCOMMODATION FOR LIVESTOCK: It shall
d. Cancellations or scratches received prior to the clos- inal certificates of registration available for inspection be the duty of the Barn Manager, Livestock Superin-
ing date will receive a refund of 100% of entry fee by the relevant Breed Association or RAWF officials. tendents and barn bosses of the section to work with
less the administration fee and related costs exhibitors to ensure neat and attractive exhibits. This
6. All livestock must arrive to the RAWF identified with
e. Refunds for entries following the closing date will approved indicators (as approved by Agri-Food Can- will be enforced by preventing an exhibitor from utiliz-
only be accepted if accompanied by a signed veter- ada) and they are to be tagged before leaving the ing too many stalls/pens or from unduly crowding their
inary or medical certificate. In this event 25% of the farm. Exhibitors with animals that arrive without tags animals, and through regulating the use of stalls/pens
entry fees and administration fee will be withheld. are subject to a $1,300.00 personal fine, and a fine of for purposes other than accommodation of exhibits
Refunds will be paid within 30 days of the close of $1,300.00 for the transporter and another $1,300.00 and to require the use of sufficient bedding by each
the Fair. In the event that an animal’s entry is can- fine for the site of acceptance (RAWF). The exhibi- exhibitor (at the expense of such exhibitor). NOTE:
celled for health issues and a refund is awarded, no tor will be responsible for the total fine payment of Stalls will be assigned at the complete discretion of the
substitution will be allowed. $3,900.00. The RAWF is NOT a tagging station for Superintendent and barn bosses. Entries do not dictate
3. The competence of the handlers and show-people is livestock. stall space. Stall space will be decided by the number
considered essential. Untrained individuals, including of animals that an exhibitor brings to the RAWF. The
7. GROUPS: Animals comprising an exhibit in a group
show personnel and visitors, should not be permitted to Superintendent’s decision is final. Any exhibitors who
class must have been entered and shown in their respec-
handle animals or equipment. Exhibitors are expected do not tie their entries as assigned may be asked to leave
tive sections for single animals, except in cases where it
to provide adequate training for anyone handling their the grounds and forfeit their entry fees. For Display
is permissible to include an animal for which no section
livestock. Any exhibitor who cannot handle their animal and pop-up tent regulations, refer to General Rule #29.
for single animals is provided
11SMALL LIVESTOCK RULES AND REGULATIONS
12. STALL BED (BEEF): A standard amount of first bed- 15. ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES: To avoid accidents and 20. DISEASED ANIMALS: In the interest of maintaining
ding pack will be provided for Beef Cattle and Youth subsequent claims for damages that could involve an a high standard of animal health, all livestock are subject
Cattle shows. exhibitor; no milking machine or other electrical appli- to inspection upon arrival and throughout the show by
a. Shavings may be used at the owner’s expense ance without a guard over its moving parts is to be inspectors appointed by the RAWF, officers of Agricul-
b. Beef and youth cattle exhibitors will not be permit- placed in the public aisles or beside animals. No electri- ture Canada or the Canadian Food Inspection Agency
ted to use straw in the designated stalls. Straw will cal appliance may be used unless it has a three-pronged and veterinarians. If evidence of an infectious or con-
only be allowed for tie-outs. plug and a ground wire. tagious disease is discovered, the owner of the infected
16. ARRIVAL OF EXHIBITS: See arrival times within each animal shall be required to move it to a designated area
13. FORAGE AND BEDDING: Hay, straw and grain
appropriate competition section. These times will be within the building or, on order from the RAWF or
may be purchased on site at reasonable prices from
strictly adhered to. All articles and animals must be in breed association officer, immediately remove it from
an authorized contractor. To prevent congestion in the
place and all rubbish waste material cleared away before the premises.
aisles during the hours of peak attendance, no deliveries
of feed will be made after 10:00 a.m. Exhibitors may 8:00 a.m. each day of the Fair to present the best pos- 21. TREATMENT OF ANIMALS: Abuse of animal(s) in
bring in a maximum of 24 hours worth of feed and bed- sible exhibit to Fair visitors. any form will not be allowed. Any violation of this rule
ding for their own livestock during the hours of 10:00 17. RELEASE OF EXHIBITS: See departure times within will result in immediate disciplinary action. In all aspects
p.m. and 6:00 a.m. only. NO SELLING OF HAY, appropriate competition sections. These times will be of the RAWF, the well-being of animals shall take pri-
STRAW OR GRAIN BY ANY PERSON OTHER strictly adhered to. Any exhibitor who moves out before ority over the demands of owners, sellers, buyers, orga-
THAN THE RAWF’S AUTHORIZED CONTRAC- designated time will be subject to a $400 penalty and nizers, sponsors and officials.
TOR WILL BE PERMITTED. Extra hay or straw may may not be permitted to exhibit at the RAWF in future a. Recommended Codes of Practice are currently in
be placed in feed aisles only. All feed buckets, forks and years. Management reserves the right to allow for spe- place for poultry, hogs, dairy cattle, beef cattle,
other equipment used in connection with the exhibit cial circumstances. horses, sheep, goats, rabbits and livestock transpor-
must be stored in the feed aisles when not in use and tation. These Codes have been designed to guide
18. All livestock entries are required to pay an environmen-
nothing may be stored in such aisles to a height greater farmers, handlers, transporters, and processors in
tal fee.
than that of the partitions. their practices. The codes have been drafted through
14. MANURE: We ask for all exhibitors’ cooperation in HEALTH OF LIVESTOCK close consultation with producers, government
keeping the barn as clean as possible. If your animal The health regulations are subject to change without notice. researchers and industry and it is the responsibility
drops manure in the aisles or on the carpet, we ask that 19. CANADIAN SHEEP and GOATS of the exhibitor to familiarize themselves with their
you clean it up immediately. Manure must be removed a. Producers must ensure that an approved Cana- species codes of practice and put these recommen-
by the exhibitor and taken to the specified containers dian Sheep Identification Program (CSIP) eartag dations in practice at the RAWF.
outside of the barn for the duration of the show. It must is applied to all sheep and lambs on their premises b. Animal health, stall/animal sanitation, and safety
not be piled in the aisles or in the barn during the day. before they leave their farm of origin. should be considered at all times. Adequate pro-
This rule will be in effect from October 29 to November b. All sheep and goat entries must be inspected at the visions must be made for ventilation, feeding, and
11, inclusive. Wire, bottles or other solid objects must RAWF for freedom from infectious and contagious watering throughout the show. All handling, hous-
not be disposed of in the manure. Exhibitors must bring diseases. ing and veterinary treatment must ensure the health
their own manure carts to move their manure to spec- and welfare of the animals.
ified containers.
12SMALL LIVESTOCK RULES AND REGULATIONS
22. TAMPERING WITH LIVESTOCK: The unethical b. If an animal which in the opinion of an inspector 26. TIME OF SHOWING: The livestock judging schedule
fitting of livestock entered for competition is prohib- or inspectors appointed for the purpose has been will be published in the livestock prize list and repeated
ited. For the purpose of the RAWF, unethical fitting is unethically fitted, the incident will be reported in the livestock catalogue. Exhibitors are required to act
deemed to consist of any treatment or operation mate- and the RAWF/affiliated associations will adhere accordingly; any animal not presented in the ring at the
rially altering the structure or natural conformation of to the penalties outlined by the RAWF/affiliated time the class is scheduled will be barred from showing.
any part of an animal’s body such as: the introduction association. 27. SPECTATORS BARRED FROM LIVESTOCK
of air, liquids, or other substances subcutaneously in any 23. The RAWF reserves the right to collect urine or blood RING(S): No persons other than judges, officials and
part of the body, surgical operation to correct defects, samples from any animal for laboratory analysis. An attendants holding animals being exhibited will be
or the performance of any act, operation to exaggerate exhibitor of an animal producing a sample having a allowed in the show ring during the time of judging
the natural conformation of the animal. quantity of diuretic or unapproved medication of any
a. Every exhibitor, in consideration of their entry being kind will forfeit all rights and privileges to exhibit at
accepted, specifically undertakes that no animal any future RAWF and forfeit any prize money earned
entered by him/her has been or will be before enter- by the present exhibition of the animal or animals in
ing the judging ring, unethically fitted. The exhibitor question.
agrees to submit for inspection any animal entered 24. No artificial colouring of hair or wool will be allowed
by him/her, at any time required before any inspec-
tor(s) or appointed for this purpose by the RAWF/ 25. REFUSAL TO SHOW OR PARADE: Exhibitors
affiliated association. They further agree that the refusing to lead out their animals for parade or for com-
opinion of such inspector(s) be valid and their call to petition in the show ring, when called by the official in
be final and conclusive and without recourse against charge, will forfeit all prizes previously won and may be
the RAWF/affiliated association. The exhibitor, by debarred from further participation in the RAWF and
entering the animal for exhibition, hereby releases be required to remove their animals from the premises
the RAWF from all claims and demands whatsoever within six hours after such refusal.
in connection with the disqualification of any animal
under the provisions of this section.
132018 AUCTION SALES AND MARKET LIVESTOCK INFORMATION
1. All Market Livestock exhibited at the 2018 Royal 7. Except in cases where management may order top Market Livestock Sales
Agricultural Winter Fair must be sold through auc- prize winners to be retained on the premises until the Commission Rates
tion sales. conclusion of the RAWF, animals sold in these auc-
Gross Sale Live Rate
2. The selling weight of Market Lambs will be recorded on tions must be removed from the premises by the buy-
the day previous to the sale. The Ontario Junior Swine ers or their agents within 12 hours of the conclusion of
Up to $2000 6%
Show animals will be sold on the basis of live weight. the sales in which they were sold, provided payment
has been received by RAWF.
3. In the operation of these sales, the RAWF acts in the $2001 – $10,000 8%
capacity of agent, and as such undertakes to collect 8. Exhibitors must:
the proceeds of sale from the buyers and to remit a. Provide attendants to conduct their animals to and $10,001 – $20,000 10%
same, less commission and any other charges, to the from the weigh scales and sale ring;
exhibitor. b. Present their animals in the sale ring in the order $20,001 – $30,000 12%
4. The person signing the sale ticket or identified by the indicated by the sale catalogue;
auctioneer as the buyer will be deemed to be the buyer c. Animals sold by one exhibitor may be offered for Over $30,000 15%
and will be required to make settlement to the RAWF sale and sold as a group;
or the retained sale management group at the con- d. The committee reserves the right to combine into Please note that the rates are only charged on values over
clusion of the auction via approved cheque, debit, or groups of 5 or less, any lambs or hogs exhibited in the threshold amount.
credit. If groups are purchasing, the person identified the same class. In the event that this right is exer- e.g. Live animal Gross $12,500 would be charged:
as the buyer on the sale ticket will be billed by the cised, the grouping will be done at the conclusion 6% on $2,000 plus 8% on $8,000 then 10% on
RAWF for 100% of the purchase. It is the responsi- of the judging of the class and while the animals are $2,500
bility of all members to manage their own settlement still in the ring.
within the group. Animals will not be released until 13. As per RAWF Livestock Rule #22 entries in the
9. Exhibitors are not permitted to display ribbons or ban-
payment has been received. market auctions may be tested. It is the exhibitors
ners won at other shows when presenting their animals
responsibility to ensure that no unapproved
5. Every animal shall be at the risk of the purchaser when in the auction ring.
medication is used on any animals. The RAWF
the auctioneer declares it to be sold. 10. A selling commission will be charged as outlined in recommends consulting with your veterinarian before
6. Purchasers of live animals will be responsible for pick Table: Market Livestock Sales Commission Rates. any treatment is given to market livestock.
up and delivery of their purchases to the slaughter 11. The buyer will be charged an administration fee equal
plant of their choice immediately following the sale. 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.
142018 RABBIT & CAVY COMPETITION
COMPETITION INFORMATION
Show Superintendent: Iris Jackson
Booth Superintendent: Elizabeth Voigt Entry Closing Date: Wednesday October 24, 2018
Late entries accepted from October 25 through October 29 at the late entry fee
WORKING COMMITTEE of $10 per entry. Changes to existing entries may be made up until October 29
through the Agriculture Show Office. Exhibitors will receive e-mail confirmation
Terry Beemer Clemo Leslie Crawford
which should be brought with them to the registration desk on show day as it will
Terry Morrison Kevin Needle
have the ear numbers for judging, and it functions as an entry pass to the Fair.
Sue Needle Holly Quance
Kelly Roth Sanda Weiler Entry Fee: $5.00 per entry (by October 24, 2018)
Please check your entries carefully. Any changes should be made directly to the
HONORARY MEMBERS Agriculture Show Office before October 29.
Jon Voigt Jack Clements (No changes accepted on day of show.)
Affiliate Member Time of Arrival: Sunday November 11, 2018, by 7:45 am
Dominion Rabbit and Cavy Breeders’ Association
JUDGING INFORMATION
Date: Sunday November 11, 2018
Location: Semex Ring of Excellence
Judging Times
Open Rabbit Show: 8:30 am (Breeder’s Herd will be judged first)
Open Cavy Show: 9:00 am
Junior Youth Cavy: 1:00 pm
Senior Youth Cavy: Immediately following the Open Cavy Show
Junior Youth Rabbit: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Senior Youth Rabbit: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Youth Rabbit Pet Class (Jr. & Sr.):
1:00 pm
Angora Fibre:11:00 am
Best in show Cavy: 4:00 pm
Best in show Rabbit:4:30 pm
Open Rabbit Judges: Derek Poole, Sodus, NY, Kyle A. Yacobucci, Palatine Bridge, NY,
David Grandy, Brooklin, ON
Youth Rabbit Judge: Doris Brady, Beaverton, ON
Cavy/Youth Cavy Judge: Linda Mason, Midhurst, ON
Fibre Judge: Debra Rowland, Oakville, ON 152018 RABBIT & CAVY COMPETITION
RULES & REGULATIONS
1. The Rabbit and Cavy Show is an Open Show and will be judged according to 7. ONLY PROPERLY ENTERED ANIMALS WILL BE ALLOWED AT THE
the most recent Dominion Rabbit and Cavy Breeders Association Standard of SHOW. THERE IS TO BE NO SELLING OF ANIMALS NOT ENTERED IN
Perfection. THE SHOW.
2. All breed class entries need to include the colour, or colour grouping in the 8. No exhibit may be removed until Sunday November 11, 2018, 6:00 pm and
description section of the entry form. must be removed no later than by Sunday November 11, 2018, 8:00 pm – NO
3. There will be no limit on the number of entries that an exhibitor may show in EXCEPTIONS.
Open Show classes. 9. Rabbits and Cavies showing evidence of being unhealthy or diseased may be
4. A limit of three entries per exhibitor per class may be shown in sections 1526, removed from the building at the discretion of the Superintendent.
1530, 1531. 10. Each exhibitor will receive a confirmation letter via email once the entry date has
5. Exhibitors must be prepared to have animals remain in carriers. closed. This contains a QR code which will enable the exhibitor access to the Fair.
One admission pass will be granted per exhibitor spending over $20 in entry fees.
6. Arrival time: 7:45 am on Sunday November 11, 2018.
11. Substitutions between rabbit and cavy breeds are only allowed until October 29,
2018. No substitutions will be allowed on the day of the show.
162018 OPEN RABBIT COMPETITION
SECTIONS AND CLASSES — OPEN SHOW UTILITY RABBIT
Note: The sections have been revised to combine some varieties. When entering, exhibitors MUST list the colour or colour grouping in the description column on the
entry form. Splits for colour groups will be determined when entries close and all entries have been submitted.
1501 American Chinchilla 1506 Lop French 1511 Checkered Giant
1502 Argente Brun 1507 German Angora 1512 English Lop
1503 Argente Champagne 1508 Giant Chinchilla 1515 A.O.S.B.* Utility (state breed in description)
1504 Californian 1509 New Zealand 1519 Doe and Litter Utility
1505 Flemish Giant 1510 Satin * A.O.S.B stands for any other standard breed
Sections 1501 – 1520 are subdivided into six classes as follows:
Class 1 Senior Buck Class 3 Intermediate Buck Class 5 Junior Buck
Class 2 Senior Doe Class 4 Intermediate Doe Class 6 Junior Doe
*When making entry in Classes 1 - 6, list section and colour or colour grouping in the description column on the entry form.
Colour groupings are outlined on the entry forms (both online and paper).
SECTION 1525 – MEAT PEN (LIVE)
Class 1 Three meat type rabbits of the same age and breed
Open to Purebred and Commercial Rabbits
Age – approximately 9 weeks old. Weight – 5 lbs. (2.27 kg maximum)
172018 OPEN RABBIT COMPETITION
SECTION 1526 — COMMERCIAL FRYER CLASS SECTIONS 1530, 1531 – BREEDER’S HERD
Sponsored by: Abate Packers, Arthur, ON Section 1530 Breeder’s Herd
Live Judging: Sunday November 11, 2018 Black and White or combination of Black and White markings
or ticking. Examples are (but not limited to) Black Dutch,
Class 1 Fryer Rabbit Californian, and Broken Black pattern.
Class 2 Grand Champion Rabbit Fryer and Reserve Section 1531 Breeder’s Herd
Rosettes Other than Black and White or combination of Black and
White markings or ticking. Examples are (but not limited to)
RULES & REGULATIONS Chocolate Mini Rex, Champagne Argente, and Sandy Flemish.
1. All entries in the Rabbit Fryer Class must be delivered by Sunday Nov. 11, RULES & REGULATIONS
2018, 8:30 am.
1. All entries in the Breeder’s Herd must be delivered by 7:45 am on show day
2. The entries will be judged as live animals (NO CARCASS COMPETITION). and will be the first class to be judged.
3. Each exhibitor is limited to 3 entries in class. 2. Each exhibitor is limited to 3 entries in a class.
4. Entries will be judged according to the D.R. and C.B.A. standard which
3. Entries will be judged according to the DR&CBA standard. The herd must
requires the ideal weight between 4 lbs. and 5 lbs. consist of 3 animals, 1 buck and 2 does all of the same breed.
PRIZE MONEY PRIZE MONEY
Place 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th
Place 1st 2nd 3rd
Prize Money $50 $35 $25 $15 $5 $5 $5 $5 $5 $5
Prize Money $50 $35 $25
182018 OPEN RABBIT COMPETITION
SECTIONS AND CLASSES — FANCY
1535 American Fuzzy Lop 1546 Havana 1558 Polish
1536 American Sable 1547 Himalayan 1559 Rhinelander
1537 Belgian Hare 1548 Holland Lop 1560 Satin Angora
1538 Britannia Petite 1549 Jersey Wooly 1561 Silver
1539 Dutch 1550 Lionhead 1562 Tan
1540 Dwarf – Hotot 1551 Mini Lop 1563 Thrianta
1541 English Angora 1552 Mini Rex 1570 A.O.S.B* Fancy (state breed)
1543 English Spot 1553 Mini Satin 1571 Doe and Her Litter Fancy
1544 Florida White 1556 Netherland Dwarf * A.O.S.B stands for any other standard breed
1545 French Angora 1557 Rex
Sections 1535 – 1571 are subdivided into four classes as follows:
Class 1 Senior Buck Class 3 Junior Buck
Class 2 Senior Doe Class 4 Junior Doe
*When making entry in Classes 1 - 4, list section and colour or colour grouping in the description column on the entry form.
Colour groupings are outlined on the entry forms (both online and paper).
SECTION 1585
Class 5 Overall Grand Champion Rabbit and Reserve
Rosettes
19SECTIONS
2018 DR&CBA ANGORA FIBRE CONTEST 1700–1724
FIBRE COMPETITION INFORMATION
Entry Closing Date: Wednesday October 24, 2018 — NO LATE ENTRIES
Entry Fee: $5.00
Item Delivery to Competition: Sunday November 11, 2018, 11:00 am
Judge: Debra Rowland, Oakville, ON
RULES & REGULATIONS
1. Check in entries by 10 am, Sunday November 11, 2018, in the skein and garment 6. The committee will make every effort to display and care for the items entered,
area located within the Semex Ring of Excellence. but assumes no responsibility for loss or damage. Entries may be picked up at
2. All entries must be the work of the exhibitor and completed in the past 2 years. 6 pm at the close of the Rabbit and Cavy Show.
3. Maximum of three (3) entries per class division per exhibitor. 7. Results will be announced at the completion of the judging.
4. Judging will be in the skein and garment booth. Interested parties may watch the 8. Sue Needle can help with entry forms and taking items to the Royal if contacted
judging, but are asked not to talk to or question judges during the judging. by October 10, 2018.
5. After judging, skeins, garments, and wool will be displayed in the Semex Ring of 9. If you have any questions, please contact Sue Needle at (705) 321-3209 or email:
Excellence. sueneedle20@gmail.com.
20SECTIONS
2018 DR&CBA ANGORA FIBRE CONTEST 1700–1724
SECTIONS 1700–1705 — SKEIN COMPETITION
1700 100% Angora – White or Natural 1703 Angora plied with other fibre
Colour (may use commercial yarn)
1. Singles, fine and even as possible 1. Two or more ply
2. Two-Ply: fine, medium or bulky 2. Go wild
3. Other ply or novelty
1704 Novice Spinner
1701 100% Angora – Dyed Spinning for 2 years or less or under 16
1. Single or Two-Ply; fine, medium or years old.
bulky Anything goes!
2. Other Ply or novelty
1705 100% Hand Spun and plied on hand
1702 Angora Blends, natural or dyed spindle, minimum 50% angora fibre.
1. Single or Two-Ply
2. Other Ply or Novelty
RULES & REGULATIONS
1. Weight of skeins should be approximately 1 ounce, except Section 1700 Class 1 which should be .5 ounce.
2. All skeins must be handspun and at least 50% angora. Skeins should be tied securely in at least 4 places.
3. Entries must include description and end use (what you plan to make with this yarn—this is very important).
Description should include: colour, weight, plies, special technique, fibre other than ANGORA, approximate
percentages etc. Please provide name of breed or breeds of Angora that produced the fibre.
4. No personal identification on skein, only the entry number.
PRIZE MONEY – OVERALL CHAMPION SKEIN
Place 1st 2nd 3rd
Prize Money $50 $35 $25
Ribbons to 5th place
21SECTIONS
2018 DR&CBA ANGORA FIBRE CONTEST 1700–1724
SECTIONS 1710–1715 — GARMENT COMPETITION
1710 Large wearable 1713 Handwoven wearable
(sweater, vest, shawl, etc)
1. 100% Angora 1714 Felted wearable
2. Combination Angora and other fibre
1715 Novelty or household non-wearable
1711 Small wearable (toys, crafts, jewellery, afghan etc)
(mittens, scarf, hat, collar etc) 1716 Cottage
1. 100% Angora A commercially spun yarn with a minimum
2. Combination Angora and other fibre of 25% angora wool that has been raised by
the person entering the garment.
1712 Baby/Child article
RULES & REGULATIONS
1. All garments must be at least 50% handspun angora. If other fibre is used, it may be handspun, or commercial
yarn. Novelty and household items may be less than 50% Angora.
2. Entries must include description of item. Description should include name of article, approximate percentages
of Angora, other fibres, technique used and construction i.e. hand or machine knit, crochet, woven, etc.
3. If an item is made by more than one person, then the entry should be made in both peoples’ names
4. No personal identification on any garment, only the entry number.
PRIZE MONEY – OVERALL CHAMPION GARMENT
Place 1st 2nd 3rd
Prize Money $50 $35 $25
Ribbons to 5th place
22SECTIONS
2018 DR&CBA ANGORA FIBRE CONTEST 1700–1724
SECTIONS 1720–1723 — RAW WOOL COMPETITION
1720 English 1722 Satin
1. Plucked 1. Plucked
2. Clipped 2. Clipped
1721 French 1723 German/Giant
1. Plucked 1. Plucked
2. Clipped 2. Clipped
RULES & REGULATIONS
1. Weight of wool should be at least one quarter (1/4) ounce, excluding packaging.
2. Wool should be presented in a small box with a lid. No points given for decorated container. Points are given for
clean, neat presentation. Wool should be presented neatly lined up and placed in tissue paper then inserted into
a clear gallon sized zipped bag. No demerits for wool that needs to be folded into the bag. Points are given for
clean, neat presentation. No colour restrictions. White and coloured wool are to be judged together. English,
French, Giant and Satin angoras are four separate breeds and must be judged separately from each other
according to the ARBA Standard of Perfection (excluding colour restrictions).
3. No personal identification on the container, only the entry number.
PRIZE MONEY – OVERALL CHAMPION RAW WOOL
Place 1st 2nd 3rd
Prize Money $50 $35 $25
Ribbons to 5th place
232018 OPEN CAVY COMPETITION
SECTIONS AND CLASSES — OPEN CAVY
Note: The sections have been revised to combine some varieties. When entering, exhibitors MUST list the colour or colour grouping in the description column on the
entry form. Splits for colour groups will be determined when entries close and all entries have been submitted.
1600 Abyssinian 1607 Silkie 1614 Skinny pig
1601 Satin Abyssinian 1608 Satin Silkie 1615 A.O.S.B.* Cavy
1602 Boucle 1609 Smooth Coat (state breed in description)
1603 Coronet 1610 Satin Smooth Coat 1616 Rare Variety Cavy
(state breed in description)
1604 Crested 1611 Teddy
1620 Boar and Son
1605 Peruvian 1612 Satin Teddy
1621 Sow and Litter
1606 Satin Peruvian 1613 Texel
* A.O.S.B. stands for any other standard breed
Sections 1600 – 1616 are subdivided into six classes as follows:
Class 1 Senior Boar Class 3 Intermediate Boar Class 5 Junior Boar
Class 2 Senior Sow Class 4 Intermediate Sow Class 6 Junior Sow
*When making entry in Classes 1 - 6, list Section and colour or colour grouping in the description column on the entry form.
Colour groupings are outlined on the entry forms (both online and paper).
SECTION 1625
Section 1625 Overall Grand Champion Cavy and Reserve
Rosettes
242018 RABBIT & CAVY COMPETITION
SPECIALS
Champion of Champions Award Jack Strachan Youth Award Karl Koch Memorial Trophy (Perpetual)
Best Rabbit in Show $100 (Perpetual plus keepsake) Awarded to the Best Himalayan Rabbit in Show
Reserve Rabbit in Show $50 Awarded to the best rabbit exhibited by a youth
Best Cavy in Show $100 (under 18) Mary Jackson Memorial Award (Perpetual)
Reserve Cavy in Show $50 Awarded to Best English Angora in Show
Roy Thorpe Memorial Trophy (Perpetual)
Rabbit Premier Exhibitor Award Presented by the DR&CBA to the Best Cavy in Ontario Angora Producers Association Plaque
A Premier Exhibitor Banner will be presented to Show (Perpetual) and $50 Cash Award
the exhibitor winning the most points in sections Presented to the Best Overall Angora Rabbit in
1501–1535 Best Holland Trophy (Perpetual Plate) Show
Best Holland Lop
Cavy Premier Exhibitor Award Voigt Family Trophy (Perpetual)
A Premier Exhibitor Banner will be awarded to the Reserve Holland Trophy (Perpetual Plate) Best Rabbit in Show
exhibitor winning the most points in sections 1600 Reserve Holland Lop
DR&CBA Trophy for Best Cavy in Show
–1625 Best Flemish Giant (Perpetual) (Perpetual)
Mr. James Lowe Trophy (Perpetual) Best Flemish Giant Best Cavy in Show
To be awarded to the winner of the Rabbit Fryer Reserve Flemish (Perpetual) Jack Selfe Memorial Trophy (Perpetual)
Class Reserve Flemish Giant Best Meat Pen
The Northey Challenge Trophy (Perpetual) John Argue Memorial Award (Perpetual) Bing Harris Memorial Trophy (Perpetual)
The trophy donated by the late Mr. James A. Awarded to Reserve Cavy in Show Awarded to the Best New Zealand in show
Northey, will be awarded to the exhibitors winning
Best Rabbit or Cavy in Show. A suitable memento Best Satin Rabbit Trophy (Perpetual) Ulrich Dubach Trophy
will be given to the winner. Awarded to the Best Satin Rabbit in Show Awarded to the Best Mini Rex in Show
Nancy Cross Memorial Trophy (Perpetual) Best Flemish Giant (Perpetual) Bill Dyke Memorial Award (Perpetual)
Awarded to the Reserve Champion Rabbit in show Awarded to the Best Flemish Giant in Show Awarded to the Best Overall Doe & Litter
252018 YOUTH RABBIT & CAVY COMPETITION
COMPETITION INFORMATION
Entry Closing Date: Friday, October 26, 2018
Late entries accepted from October 27 through October 29 at
the late entry fee of $10 per entry. Changes to entries may be
made up to October 29 through the Agriculture Show Office.
Exhibitors will receive e-mail confirmation which must be brought
with them to the registration desk on show day, which will have the
ear tag numbers required for judging. It will also grant them access
to the Fairgrounds.
Entry Fee: $5.00 per entry; late entry fee is $10 per entry.
Please check your entries carefully. Any changes should be made
directly to the Agriculture Show Office before October 29. (No
changes on the day of show.)
Time of Arrival: Sunday November 11, 2018 by 7:45 am
JUDGING INFORMATION
Date: Sunday November 11, 2018
Time: Exhibitor Meeting, 9:00 am
Junior Youth Cavy: 1:00 pm
Senior Youth Cavy: Immediately following the Open Cavy Show
Junior Youth Rabbit: 9:00 am– 12:00 pm
Senior Youth Rabbit: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Youth Rabbit & Cavy Pet Class: 1:00 pm
Location: Semex Ring of Excellence
Youth Rabbit Judge: Doris Brady, Beaverton, ON
Youth Cavy Judge: Linda Mason, Midhurst, ON
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