Canadian Beef Masters Culinary Competition!
2025-01-22 08:00 - 2025-02-16 23:30 UTC | Alberta
Calling All Chefs: Join the Canadian Beef Masters Culinary Competition!
Do you have what it takes to turn opportunity into artistry? Canada Beef has just launched the
Canadian Beef Masters Culinary Competition! This year’s theme, Maximizing Opportunity Cuts,
challenges chefs from across the country to create unforgettable dishes using unique and
versatile beef cuts.
With over $9,000 in cash prizes up for grabs, this is your chance to showcase your culinary
talent and gain national recognition. Finalists will get an all-expense-paid trip to Calgary to
compete in the grand finale and have their winning recipes featured in the highly anticipated
Canadian Beef Masters 2025 Digital Cookbook. Imagine your creation being celebrated by food
enthusiasts across Canada!
Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a rising culinary star, this competition is the perfect platform
to elevate your craft. Submit your recipe and wow the judges with your creativity, skill, and
passion for Canadian beef.
Don’t Miss Your Chance to Shine!
Entries close February 16, 2025, so don’t wait. Visit cdnbeefperforms.ca/beefmaster to register
and submit your entry today.
The Canadian Beef Masters Culinary Competition is proudly supported by Canada Beef,
celebrating the excellence of our nation’s beef and the chefs who make it extraordinary. Let’s
inspire the next wave of culinary innovation—one cut at a time.
Are you ready to rise to the occasion? Your journey to culinary greatness starts here.

CACC Business meeting at Sysco Foods Calgary
2025-02-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Sysco Foods Calgary, 260081 Nose Creek Boulevard, Rocky View County, Calgary, Alberta, T4A3P5, Canada
Culinary Students pay $10

Family-friendly Ice Fishing - Chain Lakes Provincial Park - EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO COLD WEATHER!
2025-02-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Alberta
This is a free event.

Dear Friends and Family of the CACC,
You’re on the list of participants interested in joining us for the 2nd Annual Calgary Chefs Family Day Ice Fishing Outing.
The essential details map / location are in the previous email in this thread.
Here is a quick recap and update on what to expect and what to bring.

When: Family Day Feb 17th, 2025
Where: Lower (1st) Parking lot near boat ramp and southern dam (see map), Chain Lakes Provincial Park
Time: 9am – 2pm (Come earlier if you like!)
Recommended fishing equipment and supplies
– a rod (short fishing rod that is made for ice fishing is best), a small reel and fishing line for ice fishing (easy to buy as a kit at Bass Pro, Canadian Tire or the Fishin’ Hole $20-$25 for starter equipment – Bass Pro is likely cheapest. Look for the finest line on the rod/reel combo – smaller line is best for trout
– 1 or 2 small jigs (pink, orange, green, white and gold are good colours) ask for “small jigs to fish trout bait in stocked lakes (Chain Lakes)”
– bait (live bait can be found at the fishing store in a refrigerator – keep cool, but do not freeze)
– trout worms, mealworms, shrimp tend to be the best baits (good idea to buddy up on baits to have variety and share)

* If you don’t have any equipment but are interested in trying ice fishing – just let me know and I will bring some extra gear for you.

* Those of you who have already indicated that you need to borrow some gear, I have enough for you.

* If you want to borrow gear but do not let me know, you might have to do handline fishing which is much more challenging 🙂

Ice Safety, Driving on Ice, Parking on Ice:

With this cold weather, it may be possible to drive a capable 4wd or all wheel drive vehicle onto the ice. If you decide to drive on the ice, you do so at your own risk. Please check with your insurance company to see what coverage they offer. They will tell you there is no coverage for driving over water.

If you do drive on the ice, drive slowly (less force on the ice) and with care. There will likely be lots of people on the lake on February 17th. Pulling sleds, skating, dogs, children running around – Please Drive Slowly and Be Careful.

For on ice parking, please park 3 car lengths away from other vehicles to reduce heavy weight concentrated on small areas. Make sure the area ahead of your vehicle is clear when you park so that you can drive off safely in case of emergency.

Parking in Gravel Lot – Walk in:
A small sled or toboggan is a wonderful thing when ice fishing. Load up your sled or backpack a walk straight out towards the centre of the bay towards the dam. Our group will be a bit further out this year – looking for the big one. We will be easy to find. Hopefully the big one is too!

Cold Weather Clothing:
Even if the weather is forecast to be warm and sunny it is hard to stay warm when standing on a frozen lake. It is impossible to have fun when you’re cold. Over dress in loose fitting clothes and bring extra clothing. Be ready to lend some clothing to a buddy if they are cold…You get the idea.

Must Have:
– Insulated, oversized winter boots – The absolute warmest that you have, water proof is best
– Thick socks, wool or polyester (no cotton – cotton doesn’t stay dry/warm), multiple layers of socks is good but do not make your boots fit tight on your feet (stay loose and warm).
– Snow pants, ski pants / bibs or onesie – insulated is best, windproof and waterproof is great to have
– Very warm coat or ski jacket with thermal layers underneath – choose loose fitting options to add layers if you get cold
– extra layers, polar fleece and puffy jackets are are great for layering. Hoods can help you keep heat inside your jacket.
– Warm toque / ski hat (I bring two, one light, one heavy – I often wear both at the same time)
– Gloves or mitts (mitts are warmer and easier to take off and put back on when you’re fishing…and catching slimy fish!)
– a towel or paper towel to wipe your hands
– toilet paper/tissue- there is an outhouse at the provincial park site
– hand sanitizer
– Sunglasses and sunscreen

Highly Recommended for Walk-in:
small sled to pull your gear

Nice to Have (you will be fine if you don’t have these things)
– traction footwear that go over your boots (ice breaker, ice gripper etc)
– a camping chair
– a small tray to use next to your fishing hole as a workstation
– needle nose pliers for unhooking the fish you catch
– a foam mat to stand on or sit or lay down on, keeps feet and body warm.
– a small folding table as a stand to work from
– a bucket to carry your equipment
– an auger (Nice to have a couple of these)
– fish finder sonar or underwater camera
– a cooler bag and ice pack if you want to take fish home (limit is five trout per person see regulations guide)
https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/dbf392f4-266f-4947-adc0-fa4bdf4e2c9c/resource/0aa46687-3cf6-4794-b586-cd838430fb14/download/fp-alberta-guide-sportfishing-regulations-2024.pdf )

Food, Water, Thermos:
– hot tea or coffee or hot water to make instant soup broth
– snacks (healthy or junk food)
– water

Attractions:
* Hot chocolate, snacks, prizes, fresh air, great scenery, community atmosphere, fun for all ages and skill levels.
* Free Fishing in Alberta on Family Day – No license is required, other regulations apply

Final Notes:

We have roughly 20 participants planning to join again this year.

The weather is usually cold in February. If it is very cold (like it is currently at -25C we may cancel the event for comfort and safety.
It is important that we pay attention to the weather and plan and dress accordingly. We will regroup on this a day or two day before the event.

If we do have a good turnout like we did last year, we will host a fun ice fishing derby for those that are interested in competing for prizes. We will start the derby at 9am. Prizes will be awarded for:

#1 the angler who catches the largest rainbow trout ($50 gift card prize)
#2 the angler who catches the largest sucker ($25 gift card prize)
#3 the angler who catches the greatest number of fishes ($25 gift card prize)

If the weather is suitable for outdoor cooking – there may be an opportunity to do a catch and cook. This will likely work best once the derby is done (around 1pm).

Thank you to all of you who have replied and been keeping in touch. We had an excellent time together last year. Watch the video from SAIT’s foodstory https://foodstory.ca/stories/ice-fishing-a-food-story We expect another great day out together for this 2nd Annual CACC event.

Looking forward to seeing you back out on the ice along with some new joiners this year!

Tight lines

Yours in fishing,
Mathieu

paremathieu@gmail.com

Educational/Social event
2025-02-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Italian Centre Shop, 9919 Fairmount Drive SE, Calgary, AB T2J 1G7, Calgary, Alberta, T2J 1G7, Canada
$35 per person, maximum of 40 people.
Because of limited seating I would reserve your spot.
Contact Don, our treasurer, to reserve (dsturnbull@telus.net).
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Activities: Facility tour, authentic Risotto cooking demo, cheese and wine tasting and more!

CACC Business Meeting at The Mash
2025-03-04 17:30 - 20:00 | The Mash, 610, 20 Longview Common SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2X 0M7, Canada

Canadian Beef Tasting Event
2025-03-18 18:30 - 20:00 | SAIT Taste Market Kitchen, 444 7 Ave SW #150, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 0X8, Canada
Canadian Beef Tasting and Eating Quality Assessment
Exclusively for Culinary Federation National and Young Chef Members only.
Date: Tuesday March 18, 2025
Location: Taste Market Canadian Kitchen – 444 7 Ave SW #150, Calgary, AB T2P 0X8
Time: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Dress code: Chef Jacket or Business Casual (Uniform dress is encouraged)
Price: Complimentary for CF Chef members and Junior Members with a current membership.
Remuneration: $50 Visa Gift card for National Members and Young Chef Members (in good standing) who contribute to the eating quality assessment survey.
Registration: CACC CF members and Young Chef members get an exclusive first shot at these complimentary tickets (capacity is 40). Early registration is until noon on March 12th. We will open the event registration to SAIT students on March 13th. Seats are limited, please book your spot today, and encourange others to do same.
Registration Link: https://connect.sait.ca/s/1615/bp22-micro/interior.aspx?sid=1615&gid=2&pgid=7175&content_id=12578

This is an exciting opportunity for Chef and Young Chef members.
This is your chance to be heard!
Please support Canada Beef and help them evaluate their products.
At this time, it is more crucial than ever to support CANADIAN!
Any questions you may have to:
Mathieu Paré, Executive Director, Canadian Beef Centre of Excellence,
CANADA BEEF
Suite 146, 6715 – 8th Street NE
Calgary, AB, Canada T2E 7H7
P 403-398-5610

President's Gala and Awards Night at Sirocco Golf Course
2025-03-24 17:30 - 21:00 | Sirocco Golf Course, 210178- 64 St. W., Foothills County, Calgary, Alberta, T1S 5G5, Canada
Enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres along with a wine-paired four-course meal.
After a few years’ break, we’re bringing back our Awards dinner.
You requested it, and now is the perfect time to show your support for this initiative!
Sirocco Golf Course, 210178- 64 St. W., Foothills County, AB T1S 5G5.

CACC Business meeting - Trade Show
2025-04-14 18:00 - 20:30 | Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 1000, 11500 - 35 Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2Z 3W4, Canada
The Door fee for this event is waived.
Door open at 5:30 for Association members, and 6:00 pm for non members.
Please invite your friends and culinary students
Foodies are also welcome to attend!

CACC Business meeting and Elections
2025-05-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Scotsman’s Well Pub, 12024 Symons Valley Rd NW., Calgary, Alberta, T3P 0A3, Canada
Senior members $20
Culinary Students $10

CACC Business Meeting at Jeromes Appliance Gallery
2025-06-03 17:30 - 21:00 | Jerome’s Appliance Gallery, 7152 Fisher Street SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2H 0W5, Canada
Culinary students $10
Members and guest $20

CACC Business Meeting at The Tastemarket Canadian Kitchen by SAIT
2025-09-09 18:00 - 20:00 | SAIT Testmarket, 444 7 Ave SW, Calgary AB T2P 0X8, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 0X8, Canada

CACC CHUCKWAGON CHILI COOK OFF AT THE BAR U RANCH
2025-09-21 11:00 - 14:00 | BAR U Ranch, Township Rd 17B And Township Rd 17A, Longview AB T0L 1H0, Long View, Alberta, T0L 1H0, Canada
Bar U Ranch is a National Historic Site which commemorates the
importance of ranching in Canada.
Come out for a day of Canadian food heritage and fun and stay
to cheer on our chefs at the BAR U Ranch Chuckwagon Chili Cook Off!
This event will coincide with the BAR U annual Chore Horse
Competition. See the wagon drivers compete in this BAR U RANCH – Chili Competitionprestigious skills competition.
When: Sunday September 21, 2025, 11 am – 2 pm
Where: Bar U Ranch – Highway 22 and Highway 540, Longview, AB
Admission: Adult $13.25, Senior $11.25, Youth (6 to 17 years old) Free

CACC Business Meeting at Austrian Danish Canadian Club
2025-10-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Austrian Danish Canadian Club, 3112 11 Street NE, Calgary AB T2E 7J1, Calgary, Alberta, AB T2E 7J1, Canada
Membership Door Fee $25
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Junior Membership Door Fee $10
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CACC Business Meeting at Spolumbo's Fine Foods & Deli
2025-11-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Spolumbo’s Fine Foods & Deli, 1308 9th Ave SE, Calgary AB T2G 0T3, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 0T3, Canada
Culinary students door fees are waived for this event.
Culinary Members pay $25
Click the link to reserve a table
Member Door Fee
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Children’s Christmas party; Deerfoot Inn & Casino
2025-12-27 10:00 | Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 1000, 11500 - 35 Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2Z 3W4, Canada
Accurate at time of posting.
Please check back closer to the posted date of the event to verify if any changes have been made. 1. Click the event heading for map location.

CACC AGM; Calgary Golf & Country Club
2026-01-06 18:00 | Calgary Golf & Country Club, 5900 Elbow Dr Sw, Calgary AB T2V, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Accurate at time of posting.

Please check back closer to the posted date of the event to verify if any changes have been made.
1. Click the event heading to view map location, 2. click the website link to pay online.

High School Culinary Challenge; North Trail High School
2026-01-09 14:00 | North Trail High School, 12500 Harvest Hills Blvd NE, Calgary, Alberta, T3K 2S3, Canada

Mini trade show; Deerfoot Inn & Casino
2026-02-10 17:30 - 20:30 | Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 1000, 11500 - 35 Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2Z 3W4, Canada
Please be advised that the next meeting of the CACC will be a mini trade show at the Deerfoot Inn & Convention Centre on February 10.

Admission is free to membership & guests.
Chefs are encouraged to wear Chef Coats.
Time: 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
Room: Sundance room.

Ice fishing event; Chain Lakes Provincial Park (near Nanton, AB).
2026-02-16 | Alberta
Dear Members, Family, and Friends of the Calgary Academy of Chefs and Cooks,

Please join us for a family-friendly ice fishing outing on Family Day, Monday, February 16th, 2026. This will be the CACC’s 3rd annual ice fishing event!

Fishing is safe, fun, family-friendly… and free in Alberta on Family Day.

We plan to go to the Chain Lakes Provincial Park recreational site again this year which is approximately 1.25 hours drive south of Calgary. See link for park information and map. https://g.co/kgs/Vm8mSnM

Save the date (Family Day – Monday, Feb 16) and stay tuned. Please email me at paremathieu@gmail.com to confirm your interest and to receive more info. I’ll keep those of you who reply informed as to where and what time we will meet and what to bring. No experience or equipment necessary. The only requirement is to dress very warmly and to wear insulated boots (preferably waterproof).

We’ll plan to have hot chocolate at the site and if the weather, and fish, cooperate, we’ll have a quick seminar on how to dress a trout for pan frying – and hopefully we will pan fry a trout!

Please invite your friends and family and come early, the best fishing happens in the morning. See this great video created by SAIT’s Food Story team about our beautiful day on the lake during the 2024 event https://foodstory.ca/stories/ice-fishing-a-food-story and photos attached.

This event is weather dependent and requires safe ice conditions. Stay tuned, more information to follow!

Looking forward to another excellent CACC Family Day ice fishing outing together for 2026.

Mathieu Paré
CACC Director, Education
paremathieu@gmail.com
403-919-3197

CACC Business Meeting
2026-03-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Tool Shed Beer & BBQ, 801 30 St NE, Calgary AB T2A 5L7, Calgary, Alberta, T2A 5L7, Canada
We will get a tour of the brewery. Details closer to the event but block your calendar now!

President’s Gala & Awards Night
2026-03-27 18:00 | Calgary Golf & Country Club, 5900 Elbow Dr Sw, Calgary AB T2V, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Business meeting; Sysco Calgary in Rocky View County
2026-04-14 18:00 | Sysco Calgary, 260081 Nose Creek Boulevard, Rocky View County, Calgary, Alberta, T4A3P5, Canada

CACC Business and Nomination meeting;
2026-05-05 18:00 | Scotsman’s Well Pub, 12024 Symons Valley Rd NW., Calgary, Alberta, T3P 0A3, Canada

High School business meeting
2026-06-02 18:00 | North Trail High School, 12500 Harvest Hills Blvd NE, Calgary, Alberta, T3K 2S3, Canada
