Single Purebred Heifer Pen 10 x 10 = $ $4.75 (GST) = $99.75 (If not stalled with bulls, a Heifer Pen must be purchased.)

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1 EXHIBIT SPACE Payment in full, insurance papers, show entry forms, livestock registration papers and farm information sheets are required by no later than December 14, 2015, in order to be accepted. Late entries will be assessed $ administration fee. Cancellation of space is non-refundable and non-transferable. Completed entries will be accepted on a first-come first-served basis. Private Breeders 10 x 10 = $ $13.00 (GST) = $ x 20 = $ $24.00 (GST) = $ x 30 = $ $35.00 (GST) = $ Super Sire Avenue 10 x 10 Bull Pen and 10 x 10 Display Pen = $ $37.00 (GST) = $ ONLY SIX PENS AVAILABLE ONE BULL PER SIRE PEN Please note all pens are closed. A bull must be displayed in Super Sire Avenue. Breed Associations 10 x 10 = $ $10.00 (GST) = $ x 20 = $ $15.50 (GST) = $ Breed associations must have a booth if they wish to display an animal. Male animals only to be represented. Only one animal may be displayed. 4-H Heifer Projects 4-H projects will be in tie stalls only, in designated stalling area. Stall Fee: $ $2.25 = $47.25 Stalls will be shared with a minimum of two animals in a 10 space. Single Purebred Heifer Pen 10 x 10 = $ $4.75 (GST) = $99.75 (If not stalled with bulls, a Heifer Pen must be purchased.) Outside (Overnight) Stalling For night time tie-outs ONLY. Inside space must be purchased. 10 x 30 (maximum) = $30 per 10 feet ($30/$60/$90) GST included. Must be submitted and paid for with entry forms. Bedding will be supplied. Space is limited, so book early. Trade Show Booths 10 x 10 = $ $ (GST) = $ x 20 = $ $ (GST) = $ x 30 = $1, $ (GST) = $ 1, x 20 = $1, $ (GST) = $ 1, Bulk outside space available at $0.50 per square foot. Outside space is only available to exhibitors who have purchased inside space. This applies only to exhibitors with live animals on display This also applies to producers not exhibiting live animals Please note the mandatory Move-In Change. There will be NO exceptions. Denotes The display booth includes: 10-ft. x 8-ft. backwall drape, 10-ft. x 4-ft. side wall drape, electrical outlet, one 8-ft. skirted table and two chairs. If you require changes or additional items, please see the Superior Show Service information sent with the Handbook and Entries. Trade Booths located in main hallway will be supplied with lighting. 7 Neckties are MANDATORY! Cattle with no neckties will be tied with one supplied by CBC and exhibitor will be charged $25.

2 HOW TO ENTER Cancellation of space is non-refundable and non-transferable. All entries are on a first-come first-served basis. Cattle Exhibitors who share a stall with another contributor, MUST provide that information with registration information. (Eg. Two farm units in one stall registered under one name is NOT acceptable. We MUST know both farm names in that stall.) Insurance papers for all farm units are mandatory and must be submitted with entries. Confirmation of liability insurance is MANDATORY. Please have completed insurance papers accompany all entries and registrations. NO EXCEPTIONS. (Please refer to information enclosed in your package.) Commercial trade exhibitors coverage is from January 18, 2016, to January 24, 2016 (for large equipment covering mandatory early move-in). The remainder of the exhibitors require coverage from January 21, 2016, to January 23, 2016, inclusive (including cattle exhibitors). All entry and required information forms are available online at Each owner must fill in a completed entry form. Payment in full, insurance papers and all other entry papers that are applicable must be submitted by December 14, An entry will not be considered until all information and monies are received. Late and incomplete entries will be assessed a $ administration fee. Confirmation for acceptance of entry will be ed to exhibitors after December 14, Entry Closing Dates for All Exhibitors: December 14, , mail, or fax your entries to the Canadian Bull Congress office by the entry closing day or deliver them in person. All cheques are payable to: Camrose Regional Exhibition. to: info@bullcongress.com Mail to: 4250 Exhibition Drive, Camrose, AB T4V 4Z8 Fax to:

3 CANADIAN BULL CONGRESS SHOW OFFICIALS Barn Boss Doug Burnstad Assistant Barn Boss Dustin Sand Announcer Ron Pederson Veterinarian Dr. Jamie Whiting, DVM Dr. J. Whiting official CBC vet will be on site to inspect cattle. Any exhibitor requiring vet services must contact the Barn Boss first. Only the Barn Boss can contact the vet. Photographer Grant Rolston Photography All photos are property of Canadian Bull Congress. CBC reserves the right to use any photos for marketing and promotional purposes. Exhibitors will be able to purchase photos directly from Grant Rolston Photography. Photos are not available from Canadian Bull Congress. Canadian Bull Congress Safety Statement 2016 Canadian Bull Congress will operate under a code of Safety Practices to ensure that animals are confined to designated areas and are kept under supervision at all times. It is essential that visitors and exhibitors share safety responsibility and that they respond by playing their part in keeping children at a safe distance from all the animals and machinery. Total commitment to safety from exhibitors and visitors in cooperation with the Barn Boss, Canadian Bull Congress Committee and Security will ensure that there is no accident or mishap to spoil the success of the show. While every care is taken in the organization of the Canadian Bull Congress, Camrose Regional Exhibition and the City of Camrose cannot accept any liability whatsoever for any accident, injury or loss sustained by any person exhibiting or attending the show in any capacity, however caused. Canadian Bull Congress Committee ACCOMMODATIONS Canadian Bull Congress Host Hotel Toll Free or (780) Avenue, Camrose All occupancy: $ taxes Please be sure to book at least two weeks in advance of the show. After that date, the rooms will be released to the general public. 9

4 present THE TASTE OF BEEF BANQUET AND ART AUCTION AUCTION PROCEEDS TOWARDS STARS Tickets: $50.00 per person Friday, January 22, :00 p.m. Steak Challenge 7:00 p.m. Banquet (Program, Auction and Entertainment TBA) Please read the rules carefully as changes have been made. Rules and Regulations Barbecues will be allowed to start at approximately 4:00 p.m. Steak to be ready for 5:00 p.m. judging. Teams will be allowed into the room prior to for table/booth set-up at 4:00 p.m. No exceptions. At 5:00 p.m., only the five team members may be present. Only the five team members are allowed in the rooms at 4:00 p.m. Steak to be of your specific breed and supplied by your breed association. Should have a minimum of about 20 pounds of steak. Barbecue and serve during the hour before the banquet. Please note that you must bring your own propane barbecue and fire extinguisher. Barbecuing to be done by representatives of entry. Each team is limited to a maximum of a five-person team. Any participation is to be done by team representatives. Participants are encouraged to aggressively promote their beef employ a friendly, humorous and courteous approach in the distribution of steak. After the Steak Challenge, any teams staying for the banquet must have banquet tickets. Staff will collect banquet tickets at banquet lines. All barbecues must be off the site by January 23, Participating breed associations will be reimbursed to a maximum of $200 please see entry. It is a fun activity to be marked in these areas: A) Best Steak (Sponsored by Chomiak Charolais and ATB Financial) Flavor, moisture, tenderness B) Sportsmanship (Sponsored by Chomiak Charolais and ATB Financial) Enthusiasm, congeniality C) Peoples Choice Award (Sponsored by Panhandle Productions) Put your money where your mouth is public votes by private donation. DONATION BOXES WILL BE PROVIDED AND MUST BE USED. NOTE: We encourage different modes of marketing. Please be advised that alcohol will not be allowed as part of the Steak Challenge marketing endeavor. 11

5 SHOW INFORMATION AND AWARDS Herd Bull Walk Open to all bulls born prior to January 1, An opportunity for you to show your herd bull in the show ring. Please send herdsire information and ranch particulars to enter the show. Pen of Three Bull Show PRIZE MONEY: Champion $300, Reserve Champion $200 SHOW ENTRY FEE: $25 Rules and Regulations: 1. Show is open to all 2015 bull calves. 2. A show unit consists of three animals (bulls) owned by one owner (individual or company). 3. All animals must be halter broken. 4. Pre-clipping is allowed. 5. Animals are sold by private treaty only. 6. Neck ropes are required for all animals. 7. All animals must be free from all infectious and contagious diseases. 8. All animals entered into the Canadian Bull Congress must be tagged with a CCIA approved tag. 9. All animals must be registered. 10. Registration numbers/herd letters must be submitted on your entry and may be checked/verified against the animals. 11. Entry fee of $25 per pen will apply. 12. Any exhibition animals leaving prior to Saturday at 5:00 p.m. will forfeit any prizes or monies won and will not be accepted into any future shows. 13. No limitations on entries, but be advised the show orders will not be adjusted if breeding unit entries fall into the same class. Ranchers Choice Single Bull Calf Show will be supplying photos to all Show Champions and Reserve Champions PRIZE MONEY: Champion $600, Reserve Champion $400 SHOW ENTRY FEE: $25 per entry 1. Eligibility of Bulls 2. Fitting Same rules as for the Pen of Three Bull Show Rules and Regulations: Refer to Pen of Three Bull Show Substitutions will be allowed until 10:00 p.m. on January 21, Substitutions after that time will only be allowed at the discretion of the committee. Grand Champion Gold Medal 12

6 Senior Bull Show PRIZE MONEY: Champion $300, Reserve Champion $200 SHOW ENTRY FEE: $25 Rules and Regulations: All bulls over 18 months must be ringed. Animals must be halter broken. Open to all 2014 calendar year purebred bulls. Fitting same rules apply as in Rancher s Choice/Pen of Three Bull Show. Other rules apply as in Rancher s Choice/Bull Pen Show numbers 3 to 13. Single Purebred Heifer Show PRIZE MONEY: Champion $300, Reserve Champion $200 SHOW ENTRY FEE: $25 Rules and Regulations: 1. Purebred Open Heifer: Pre-clipping is allowed. 2. Open to all 2015 calender year purebred heifer calves. 3. Animals must be shown on halter. 4. Judging to be done by a panel of judges. 5. Animals may be sold by private treaty only. 6. No weighing of cattle will be done at the show. 7. All animals must be free from all infectious and contagious disease. 8. All animals entered in the CBC must be tagged with a CCIA approved tag. 9. Registration and herd letters must be submitted on entry. Verification of the animal may be done. 10. Any heifer shown under the 4-H (Purebred) Heifer Project CAN be shown in the single purebred heifer show, however 4-H insurance and 4-H stalling will not be applicable. A heifer stall must be purchased and liability insurance must be provided. 11. Any exhibition animals leaving prior to Saturday at 5:00 p.m. will forfeit any prizes or monies won and will not be accepted into any future shows. 12. No limitations on entries, but be advised the show orders will not be adjusted if breeding unit entries fall into the same class. Mature Bull Show PRIZE MONEY: Champion $300, Reserve Champion $200 SHOW ENTRY FEE: $25 Rules and Regulations: 1. Open to bulls age three years and up. 2. All mature bulls will be stalled, however at the descretion of the Barn Boss; if the animal is or becomes unruly, it will be his sole discretion to gate or remove the animal. The Barn Boss s decision will be final. 3. Refer to Pen of Three Bull Show. 13

7 4-H Heifer Project PRIZE MONEY: Champion $300, Reserve Champion $200 SHOW ENTRY FEE: $25 (+ $45 Stalling Fee + $2.25 GST) = $72.75 TOTAL Rules and Regulations: 1. Open to 4-H members only calendar year 4-H heifer projects only. 3. Animal must be halter broken. 4. Animals will be housed in the Agricentre in shared 4-H stalling. 5. Animal must be tagged with a current 4-H tag/purebred tattoo if it is a purebred heifer, registration numbers and herd letters must be listed on your entry. 6. All rules and regulations applicable to any CBC exhibitor are also in effect for 4-H members. Please ensure you are familiar with the rules and regulations set out in this handbook. 7. Move in: January 21, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Move out: January 23, AFTER 5:00 p.m. 8. No weighing of cattle will be done at the show. 9. All animals must be free from all infectious and contagious disease. 10. All animals entered in the CBC must be tagged with a CCIA approved tag. 11. Verification of the purebred projects will be done at random at time of entry. 12. Any exhibition animals leaving prior to Saturday at 5:00 p.m. will forfeit any prizes or monies won and will not be accepted into any future shows. 13. Any heifer shown under the 4-H Heifer Project can be shown in the single purebred heifer show, however the following will apply: You must purchase the heifer stall ($ GST). $25 entry fee applies for both classes. Registration number and herd letters must be on entry form. You must provide proof of farm liability insurance as 4-H insurance does not apply. For example, if you enter both 4-H/Purebred shows, you are not eligible to stall in 4-H stalling and your own insurance must be provided. Showmanship Class Sanctioned by Camrose and District 4-H Beef Council All members entered in the 4-H Heifer Show will be entered into the 4-H Showmanship automatically. There is no entry fee. Members will advance to the showmanship finals from the conformation classes. There will be two final showmanship classes. Junior Class 13 years old and younger as of January 1, 2015 Senior Class 14 years old and older as of January 1, 2015 (Age classes may change depending on entry numbers. Prizes: First ($100) and Second ($50) in each class. 14

8 2016 Marketing Award Judging is done by an anonymous panel. All private breeders entered into the Canadian Bull Congress are eligible for the Marketing Award. Canadian Bull Congress provides exhibitors with an excellent marketing opportunity. Marketing Award will be presented in the Show Ring on Saturday, January 23, 2015, at approximately 2:00 p.m. Congratulations to the 2015 Winner Prospect Hill Shorthorns Morand Industries Ltd. Prize Draw All private breeders entered into the Canadian Bull Congress are eligible for the Morand Draw. Ten Draw Down exhibitors will be contacted by Saturday morning. A Draw Down will take place. The winner will be presented on Saturday in the ring. The prize must be accepted as awarded and there is NO EXCHANGE OF PRIZE or cash in lieu. The winner must take delivery of the prize at CBC 2016 and is responsible to have it removed in accordance with move-out times or make arrangements with the office for later pick-up. 4-H PROGRAM Saturday, January 23, 2016 SESSION ONE (Designed for 4-H members with little or no judging experience) Basics of How to Judge Filling Out a Judging Card Judging Beef Heifers SESSION TWO (Designed for 4-H members with some judging experience) Relationship of Form to Function in Different Species Animal Welfare Giving Oral Reasons Using Correct Terminology Judging Beef Heifers SESSION THREE (Designed for experienced judges) Dairy Swine Sheep Horses (light and heavy) Sessions are subject to change and above listings are only examples. Registration forms will be mailed to 4-H clubs by Camrose and District 4-H Council. Entry deadline is December 14, FOR INFORMATION: Contact Charlie Gould at Forms are available on Download and mail to Charlie Gould. SCHOOL PROGRAM (Dependent on registration) Tuesday, January 19 and Wednesday, January 20, 2016 Canadian Bull Congress encourages area elementary children to participate in this component of the Canadian Bull Congress. We strive to give them the opportunity to learn firsthand about the cattle industry. Topics have included auctioneering, vet talk, farm safety, barn tours, branding, tagging, judging and photography. Children are also given participation bags to take home containing all kinds of information and trinkets pertaining to various cattle breeds and information. If any breed association or exhibitor would like to participate in the student participant bags, please contact the Canadian Bull Congress office at by December 14, NEW: We will be open to the general public on the evening of Tuesday, January 19,

9 PROGRAM OF EVENTS Monday, January 18, 2016 Mandatory Move-in for Large Equipment Tuesday and Wednesday, January 19 and 20, 2016 (Tentative depending on registration) 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. School Education Program (Sponsored by Camrose County) Thursday, January 21, 2016 Camrose County Day Move-In Day 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Registration/Move in Coffee and Squares served all day in Lounge (Provided by Camrose County) 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Camrose County presents Canadian Bull Congress Sponsors and Exhibitors Social Drop by for a visit Friday, January 22, :00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Exhibitors Breakfast (Camrose County) 9:00 a.m. Show Opens 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Coffee and Squares served in Garden Court Courtesy of CIBC 1:00 p.m. Herd Bull Walk Single Purebred Heifer Show Herd Bull Walk (if necessary) 4-H Heifer Project Show Showmanship Class Celebrity Sponsor Show 6:00 p.m. Show Closes 6:00 p.m. Steak Challenge and Taste of Beef Banquet (Chomiak Charlais and ATB Financial) Entertainment TBA Saturday, January 23, :30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Commercial Cattlemen s Breakfast (City of Camrose) 9:00 a.m. Show Opens 9:00 a.m. 4-H Program 1:00 p.m. Ranchers Choice Single Bull Show 2:00 p.m. Marketing Award Presentation (Show Ring) Morand Draw Winner Presentation Pen of Three Bull Show Senior Bull Show Mature Bull Show 3:30 p.m. Bull-nanza 5:00 p.m. Show Ends PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Please check our website for up-to-date details 16

10 RULES AND REGULATIONS Management 1. The Management agrees to provide space. 2. The Management reserves the right to reject or prohibit exhibits they consider objectionable or to relocate exhibits or exhibitors when, in their opinion, such moves are necessary to maintain the character and/or good order of the show. 3. In the event the building should be destroyed by fire or the elements or if any circumstances whatsoever should occur which might make it impossible for the Management to permit Exhibitors to occupy the premises or if the Show is cancelled, the Exhibitor shall pay for space only for the period the space was or could have been occupied by such Exhibitor, and the Management will be in no way responsible for any claims or damage, which might arise in consequence thereof. A refund of all monies received from the Exhibitor will be made by the Management in the event of this Show not being held as proposed, and the Management shall be released from any and all claims for damages or otherwise. 4. Approval of show management must be acquired prior to the distribution (for sale or promotion) of any food or beverage products. 5. Interpretation of Rules and Regulations: The Management reserves the right to make such changes, amendments and additions to the rules and regulations as shall be considered necessary to the proper conduct of the Show. Interpretation of the rules and regulations shall rest with the Management and their decision shall be final. Exhibitor 1. Cancellation of Space: Cancellation of space is non-refundable and non-transferable. Payment and insurance papers must accompany your entry. See information and insurance papers available on the website. 2. Booth Decor: Only as provided for in the Contract or obtain from Superior Show Service or your own personal display materials. 3. All electric wiring over and above that provided in the Contract shall be at the Exhibitor s expense. 4. The Exhibitor will hold the Management harmless from any damage, expense or liability arising from any injury or damage to said Exhibitor, his agents, servants or employees, or to the property of the said Exhibitor occurring in the said building or the approaches and entrances thereto. 5. If the Exhibitor fails to comply in any respect with the Contract and Rules and Regulations, all rights of the Exhibitor hereunder shall cease and terminate and Management may thereupon rent said space. 6. The Exhibitor s property shall be placed on display and exhibited at his risk and the Management assumes no responsibility for damage thereto. The Exhibitor shall assume all responsibility for loss or damage to his property due to fire, theft, flood, lightning, earthquake, explosion or any cause beyond the control of the Management. 7. Absolutely NO sharing or subletting of space without prior approval from the CBC. 8. Booth and Stall Restrictions: Each exhibit (trade show and livestock) shall be installed so as not to obstruct the view of, or interfere with, the exhibit (space) of others. All exhibit structures, activities, displays, etc. MUST be confined within the limits of the space purchased and assigned. Any exhibitors who stretch the boundaries of space purchased with placement of products/displays, tackboxes, etc. outside of your purchased area will have said item(s) removed from the space. There will be no exceptions. 9. All goods shipped to this Show must be clearly marked with the name of the Exhibitor. The Management assumes no responsibility for loss or damage to goods before, during or after the Show. 10. The Exhibitor is responsible for the placement and cost of insurance related to his participation in the Show. 21

11 11. The Exhibitor agrees that no display will be dismantled or goods removed during the entire Show, but will remain intact until closing. Exhibitors are responsible for security of their exhibits upon closure of Show. Failure to comply will result in forfeit of prize monies and refused entry into future shows. (Livestock/Trade). 12. Exhibitor is liable for any damage caused to buildings, floors, walls or columns, or to standard booth equipment, or to other exhibitor property. Exhibitor may not apply paint, lacquer, adhesive or other coating to building columns or floors or to standard booth equipment without written permission of the Management. 13. The Exhibitor agrees to observe all Contracts and Labour Relations Agreements in force. Agreements between Management and official contractors servicing this building or companies operating in the building in which the Show will take place and to observe the Labour Laws of the Jurisdiction in which the building is located. The Exhibitor will not do anything directly or indirectly connected with his displays which may be in violation of any law, bylaw, ordinance, or regulation of any governmental body or which may be in violation of the regulation of the Canadian Fire Underwriters Association or any other similar body. 14. The Exhibitor shall undertake to maintain qualified personnel in his display during the Show hours. 15. All livestock entered into CBC must be tagged with approved CCIA tags. 16. To comply with all rules, regulations and procedures contained in the 2016 Handbook and/or prescribed by CBC officials. 17. No subletting of booth space without prior written consent from the CBC office. 18. Registration numbers/tattoos and herd letters must be submitted on entries for all purebred cattle entered into shows, and all purebred animals must be tattooed. Random verifications will be done upon entry. 19. Registration papers must accompany all purebred entries eligible for Triple Crown. Animals will be verified against the papers submitted. Inspection and verification will be done by the Barn Boss prior to show. 20. Any animals leaving prior to Saturday at 5:00 p.m. will forfeit any prizes or monies won and will not be accepted into any future shows. 21. Under no circumstances are pedestrian walkways to be used to move cattle. 22. Clipping is in designated areas only. 23. Neck ropes are mandatory for all animals. Mature bulls need to be tied in their stalls with a secured neck rope and any unruly animal will be gated or removed. This will be at the total discretion of the Barn Boss and his decision will be final H exhibitors are bound by all CBC rules and regulations. 25. No dogs are permitted in any CRE facility. 26. Exhibitors and spectators are cautioned to take extra care with the use of strollers in the facility. All children must be supervised while in the facility. 27. No limitations on entries, but be advised the show orders will not be adjusted even if breeding unit entries are in the same class. 28. Any incomplete entries, as well as entries received after December 14, 2015 will be assessed a $100 administration fee. 29. Arena Lock Down: 11:00 p.m. on Thursday and Friday. Anyone staying later must clear it with the Barn Boss. 30. Alcohol consumption is only allowed in the licensed areas. No outside liquor allowed. No smoking in any CRE facilities. 22