CANADIAN BEEF GRADING AGENCY

Teamwork

These are the people who manage, operate and govern our not-for-profit corporation.

MEMBERS OF THE BOARD

Members of the CBGA Board represent a cross-section of industry related organizations.

ACTING PRESIDENT

Mr. Jeff Yorga, Canadian Cattle Association

ACTING VICE PRESIDENT

Mr. Stirling Fox, Canadian Meat Council

DIRECTORS

Mr. Lui Paolini, Canadian Meat Council

Mr. Robert Bielak, Canadian Meat Council

Mr. Stirling Fox, Canadian Meat Council

Mr. Bruce Andrews, Canadian Meat Council

Mr. Guy Laquerre, Les Producteurs de bovins du Quebec

Mr. Jack Chaffe, Canadian Cattle Association

Mr. Jeff Yorga, Canadian Cattle Association

Mr. David Sibbald, Canadian Cattle Association

Mr. Will Lowe, National Cattle Feeders Association

Mr. Phil George, Retail Council of Canada

OBSERVERS

Ms. Michelle Stockton, Canadian Food Inspection Agency

Mr. Ryder Lee, Canadian Cattle Association

Ms. Claire Citeau, Canadian Meat Council

Mr. Eric Bienvenue, Canada Beef

HEAD OFFICE

The CBGA Head Office is located in Calgary, Alberta.

Executive Director

Amanda Bennett was raised in Alberta’s Northern Peace River Country but has resided in Southern Alberta for the last 20+ years and brings extensive knowledge and expertise to the role of Executive Director. 

Bilingual Office Administrator & Bookkeeper

Melanie Paterniti joined our team in October 2024.  She handles all accounting/bookkeeping and general French inquires ….

Departure Announcement
We will be saying goodbye to Melanie in the coming months as she relocates with her family. While we are saddened to see her go, we are incredibly grateful for her dedication, strong work ethic along with the expertise and professionalism she brought to her role. Melanie made a meaningful impact during her time with us, and she will be truly missed. We wish her and her family all the very best in this next chapter and every success in their future endeavors.

Hiring Announcement for Bilingual Positions
With this transition, we are now seeking to fill our Office Administrator and Bookkeeper roles at the Agency. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to the important work we do at the Canadian Beef Grading Agency. We are looking for motivated individuals who brings professionalism, initiative, and a strong commitment to excellence. Please see the following Indeed descriptions for full details of the roles:

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