Youth
YCSA National Classic
Jul 22–2026 (day: 26)
Windsor, NS
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CANADIAN SIMMENTAL ASSOCIATION · EST. 1969
Trusted records. Better decisions. Stronger herds.
Canada's national Simmental breed association, supporting breeders with registry services, genetic tools, events and a connected coast-to-coast community.
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What do you need today?
The most frequent breeder tasks, one click away.
By the numbers
CSA June 2025 update · figures as of Dec. 31, 2024
- 2,179
- CSA memberships
- 770
- Total Herd Enrollment herds
- 37,998
- Cows enrolled
- 24,578
- Registrations
- 11,567
- Transfers
- 900+
- Online users
Registry & Genetics
Better data. Better decisions across the herd.
Total Herd Enrollment, DNA verification and EPD analysis help Canadian breeders make defensible, evidence-based decisions on selection, marketing and management.
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Total Herd Enrollment
Whole-herd reporting for stronger EPDs and accurate contemporary groups.
02
DNA verification
Parentage, genomic profiling and horn/poll status with clear submission steps.
03
EPD literacy
Plain-language guidance to help members read and use performance data.
Upcoming events
National calendar
Show
Alberta Wild Rose Classic
Jul 30–2026 (day: 2)
Stettler, AB
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Field Day
Manitoba Simmental Field Day
Jun 14, 2026
Brandon, MB
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International marketplace
Canadian genetics, exported with confidence.
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Elite AI sire semen
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IVF embryos, red program
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National network
Seven regions. One national association.
YCSA
Young Canadian Simmental Association
Education, teamwork and hands-on experience for youth aged 25 and under.
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Foundation
Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation
Supporting youth development, education, research and scholarships across Canada.
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Latest
News & updates
- Registry2024 registry statistics released
- YouthYCSA National Classic heads to Windsor, NS
- DNAUpdated DNA hair-collection guidelines now available
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Newsletter
Quarterly registry updates, event notices and program announcements.