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CANADIAN SIMMENTAL ASSOCIATION
OFFICIAL NOTICE
DISCONTINUATION OF ET TRANSFER PROCESS
Effective August 1, 2026
Date: June 2, 2026
To: All Canadian Simmental Association Members and Registered Breeders
Re: Cancellation of the ET (Embryo Transfer) Ownership Transfer Process
The Canadian Simmental Association (CSA) hereby provides formal notice that the ET Transfer process — the procedure by which ownership of embryos is transferred between members — will be officially discontinued effective August 1, 2026. After this date, the CSA will no longer process or accept Transfer of Embryo Ownership forms for the purpose of recording embryo ownership changes in the registry.
Members who wish to complete an ET Transfer prior to cancellation are strongly encouraged to submit all required documentation at the earliest opportunity. All Transfer of Embryo Ownership forms must be received by the CSA office no later than July 31, 2026. Submissions received on or after August 1, 2026 will not be processed.
Background and Reason for This Change
Following a thorough review of our registry processes, the CSA identified redundancies within the ET Transfer process that created unnecessary administrative steps for both our members and our office. This change is part of our broader, ongoing effort to modernize and streamline registry operations — eliminating duplication where it exists and improving the overall experience for our membership.
We appreciate the patience and cooperation of our members as we continue to work toward a more efficient and responsive registry. We are confident this update will reduce administrative burden and simplify the registration process going forward.
What This Means for Members
Effective August 1, 2026, the following changes will be in effect:
• No new Transfer of Embryo Ownership forms will be accepted or processed by the CSA registry.
• Embryo ownership records will remain as registered at the time of discontinuation and will not be updated through this process.
• The registration of embryo calves remains unaffected; only the ownership transfer process for embryos themselves is being discontinued.
• Embryo flush and implant dates will continue to be required at the time of calf registration and must be provided as part of that process.
• Members with questions regarding existing embryo registrations or alternative options are encouraged to contact the CSA office directly.
Action Required Before the Deadline
If you currently hold an embryo for which a transfer of ownership is intended, you must complete and submit the Transfer of Embryo Ownership form before the August 1, 2026 deadline. The form requires the signature of the donor dam owner at the time of the flush, along with the relevant donor dam and sire registration details.
The Transfer of Embryo Ownership form is available for download at: www.simmental.com. Completed forms may be submitted by fax or email to the CSA office.
Contact the CSA Office
Should you have any questions regarding this notice or require assistance completing the Transfer of Embryo Ownership form prior to the deadline, please do not hesitate to contact the Canadian Simmental Association office.
Sincerely,
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Canadian Simmental Association
Registry Department
June 2, 2026
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