Register Now: 97th ABCSG Annual General Meeting 

Mark your calendars — the 97th Annual General Meeting of Alberta-British Columbia Seed Growers (ABCSG) is happening February 4–5, 2026 at the Deerfoot Inn & Casino (Calgary, AB). 

This is our chance to come together as a community, stay informed about key industry developments, and help shape the future of seed growing across Alberta and British Columbia. As the organization representing 700+ pedigreed seed growers and more than a quarter of Canada’s certified-seed acres, ABCSG plays a vital role in advocacy, marketing and industry leadership.
 

🗓 What’s On the Agenda

• Important governance business: elections, financial statements, by-law reviews, membership updates. 

• Member-to-member sessions to discuss current challenges, opportunities and industry trends for 2026. 

• Updates on marketing tools, seed-guide opportunities, and how you can best promote your seed business. 
   
• A chance to connect — network with fellow growers, meet the board, exchange ideas, and build relationships across the region.

✅ Why You Should Register

• Have your voice heard – as a member, you can vote and influence decisions that affect our industry. 

• Stay informed & get involved – learn first-hand about the latest developments in seed certification, regulations, and market opportunities. 

• Connect with peers & industry leaders – build relationships across Alberta and B.C., share experiences, and collaborate on common challenges. 

Registration is open now — you can sign up via the ABCSG website. There’s also a special block of rooms reserved at Deerfoot Inn & Casino (cut-off date: Jan 4, 2026).

Earn Your Pesticide Applicator Continuing Education Credit 

Kick off your AGM experience with a valuable professional-development opportunity!


Join us on February 4 from 3:00–4:00 pm in the McKenzie Room for a Pesticide Applicator Continuing Education Credits session, presented by the Pesticide Compliance Program, Health Canada – Prairie Region (Alberta).

This pre-AGM session offers practical, up-to-date insights on pesticide compliance and safe application practices. 

Registration is required, and 1 Continuing Education Credit is available for attending (pending approval). 

A great way to sharpen your knowledge and get a head start on your credits before the AGM begins!

To register, click this option when signing up for the AGM. 

CSGA Wins National Award for Excellence in Governance 

The Canadian Seed Growers’ Association (CSGA) has been awarded the 2025 Organizational Governance Award by the Governance Professionals of Canada — a national recognition of outstanding leadership, innovation, and integrity in governance.

The award highlights CSGA’s two-year governance renewal, which modernized policies and tools, clarified roles, strengthened accountability, and expanded membership through a successful national consultation. The GPC judges praised the depth of the work and the collaborative process that engaged members, branches, and stakeholders across the country.

The Governance Committee — Glenn Logan (Chair), Andrew Ayre, Carl Bolton, and Roy Klym — led this transformational effort, with COO Caroline Lafontaine guiding the operational review, redesign, and implementation. Caroline accepted the award on CSGA’s behalf.

This achievement reflects the commitment of our members and partners whose input shaped a stronger, more transparent governance foundation. Together, we’re building a resilient and future-ready CSGA that will serve Canada’s seed system for years to come.

Planning your year?

If you have an event you would like featured in our newsletters, please reach out to Kelly Chambers at kelly@abcseedgrowers.ca.