Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation

04/29/2026

We are excited to be the title sponsor for the YCSA Team Conference.
We have the ability to support events such as this due to the fundraising efforts of our annual Foundation Auction. If you would like to donate to the 2026 auction please send us a message or contact one of the board members.

03/30/2026

Don't miss out on this great opportunity. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1D4kGPozDq/

Registration closes April 1st

The Final Day to Register for the 2026 TEAM Leadership Conference is Wednesday April 1st!

Join the YCSA board of directors May 1-3, 2026 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

The Together Everyone Achieves More (TEAM) Conference is a two-day exciting innovative weekend open to all youth between the ages of 16-25 years old with the goal of developing their leadership skills along while expanding their knowledge in many areas of the beef cattle industry. It is also a great opportunity for youth to network and make new connections from across the country.

**Conference participants must be 16 years of age as of time of registration.

Open to all youth 16-25 - not required to be a YCSA member
Registrations accepted until April 1, 2026
Payment Deadline - April 1, 2026
*Meals, tours, activities & accommodations are included in registration fee.

Click here to register https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdR8ALYJFzF6ebyLfcIpdLcY_09vmoJq4_iJC2cKlx-FG_KQA/viewform?usp=header

🚨TRAVEL BURSARIES:
In partnership with the Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation, the Young Canadian Simmental Association is offering travel bursaries to assist Leadership Conference participants with travel-related costs. The goal is to encourage more young Simmental enthusiasts across Canada to participate in the TEAM Leadership Conference.

02/13/2026

The Friends of Canadian Simmental are proud to support youth in Agriculture through funding for this leadership conference. All youth passionate about agriculture ages 16 and older are encouraged to attend. Travel subsidy’s are available.

2026 TEAM Leadership Conference Registration OPEN NOW!

Join the YCSA board of directors May 1-3, 2026 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

The Together Everyone Achieves More (TEAM) Conference is a two-day exciting innovative weekend open to all youth between the ages of 16-25 years old with the goal of developing their leadership skills along while expanding their knowledge in many areas of the beef cattle industry. It is also a great opportunity for youth to network and make new connections from across the country.

Only 50 registration spots available. First come first serve

**Conference participants must be 16 years of age as of time of registration.

Open to all youth 16-25 - not required to be a YCSA member
Registrations accepted until April 1, 2026
Payment Deadline - April 1, 2026
*Meals, tours, activities & accommodations are included in registration fee.

Click here to register https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdR8ALYJFzF6ebyLfcIpdLcY_09vmoJq4_iJC2cKlx-FG_KQA/viewform?usp=header

For more information please contact:
Rae-Lee Erickson - 587 223 2331 - [email protected]
YCSA President - Megan Prouse- [email protected]

01/08/2026

Happy New Year. We would like to thank the Ashworth Family for their generous donation as the 2025 Friend of Canadian Simmental Foundation.
With the National YCS Show, CSA and FCSF AGM being held in the Maritimes in 2026, we are excited to announce Timberwood Farms - The Fisher Family as our 2026 Friend of the Foundation.
Nestled in the heart of Cumberland County, Timberwood Farms encompasses more than 1,300 acres of farmland and woodland across three locations. Our family’s roots run deep here—Adelynn and Grace proudly represent the 7th generation to live, work, and maintain the Timberwood land.
At Timberwood Farms, we are dedicated to raising high-quality Simmental cattle, Quarter Horses & Labador Retrievers with a focus on temperament, conformation, soundness, and strong maternal traits. Our cattle herd reflects decades of commitment to thoughtful breeding, careful management, and a passion for the Simmental breed.
We take pride not only in the cattle & horses we raise but also in the accomplishments of our program—both within our local community, other areas of Canada and the United States with our show horses.
~ The Fisher Family - Jacob, Lacey, Adelynn & Grace Fisher
Shinimicas, Nova Scotia

12/08/2025

We extend our deepest condolences to the Barber Family on the passing of Laurie. Jerry and his family of Barlee Simmentals were our 2019 Friend of the Foundation.

View Laura Lynn "Laurie" Murray Barber's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

12/02/2025

Giving Tuesday - Show Your Generosity
Giving Tuesday marks something greater. It’s a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good, to put aside consumerism, and build stronger communities through generosity. There are so many different ways to express generosity. Make a donation to a charity, support a campaign in your community, give of your time.
Everyone has something to give, and every act of generosity counts.
Consider giving to the Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation, supporting our Youth In Agriculture. Donators will receive a charitable tax receipt. Thank you.
https://www.simmentalfoundation.com/contribute.html

11/07/2025

2025 Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation Scholarship Winners!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 6th, 2025

Calgary, Alberta – Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation (FCSF) are pleased to announce the recipients of their 2025 scholarships. It is rewarding to see the quality and depth of the candidates that were evaluated through our selection process this year.

The quality and potential within the youth of our beef industry is great and while we would like to assist all those who applied, we are limited to five scholarships: the Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation Scholarship (4) and the Trevor Vance- First Year Scholarship (1), with a combined value of $15,000.

This year’s recipients illustrated the bright future that our youth are presenting to not only to agriculture and the Simmental breed but society in general.

Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation Scholarships valued at $3,000 each were awarded to Jackson Corner – Caledonia, ON, Max Burris– Gunn, AB, Shelby Woytiuk, Shell Lake, SK, and Lilly Howell – Penhold, AB. Jackson is currently enrolled at the University of Guelph working towards his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, Major in Animal Science. Max is enrolled at the University of Saskatchewan working to obtain his degree in Animal Bioscience. Shelby is attending the University of Saskatchewan working towards her goal of a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy. Lilly is working towards her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree, majors in Accounting and Business Analytics at the University of Arizona.

Trevor Vance - First Year Scholarship, in memory of Trevor Edward Vance valued at $3,000 was awarded to Heidi McFadden of Douro Dummer, Ontario. Megan is currently enrolled at the University of Guelph working towards her Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Food and Agricultural Business with a minor in Data Analytics.

Garth Rancier, President of Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation commented “Once again it is great to see so many high-quality applications from across Canada. This year’s recipients have displayed leadership, development skills and a dedication to their community, as well as the livestock industry. Congratulations to all this year’s scholarship recipients and we wish all applicants the very best in your future education goals”.

The Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation is a not-for-profit charitable foundation that is dedicated to scholarships and educational support of youth, as well as research for the improvement of Canadian agriculture.

09/02/2025

Since everyone is celebrating the First Day of School, congratulations to those attending Post Secondary School this fall. Take the time to complete our scholarship application by September 30th. $15,000 awarded in 5 scholarships.
https://www.simmentalfoundation.com/pdf/2025%20Scholarship%20Application.pdf
Or if you are not attending Post Secondary but would like to take a course, attend a workshop conference or any other learning event complete the Bursary application. Up to $1,000 awardedhttps://www.simmentalfoundation.com/pdf/2022-FCSF-Education-Award.pdf

07/28/2025

As the 2025 Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation fundraising auction has concluded we very much would like to thank all of those that donated, bid and expressed interest in our event. Congratulations to Ty Zaft of Ty Z Livestock on winning the Lot 1 Bred Heifer donated by Ashworth Farm & Ranch. Our sale grossed over $131,000! These funds will be used to support the 5 scholarships and bursaries that will be awarded in October along with other learning opportunities for our youth. To apply for the scholarships or a bursary you can find the application form at https://www.simmentalfoundation.com/scholarships.html
https://www.simmentalfoundation.com/bursary.html

07/26/2025

Join us tonight for the Foundation Auction. Bidding on Farmgate is available now on the Lots with a “T”

Sale will be broadcast on DLMS.ca