Join CCA-AFC
Do you love cats? Are you enthusiastic about showing? Are you interested in becoming a CCA-AFC registered breeder? CCA-AFC membership is for anyone interested in becoming part of our CCA-AFC community! Whether you are a breeder, exhibitor, or just a cat lover, there is a CCA-AFC membership for you. Read on to learn how you can become part of our CCA-AFC community.
What are the benefits?
- 50% discount on all CCA-AFC registration services
- Ability to register cattery names and place cattery ads on our website
- Access to our member login page where you can view Board meeting minutes and more
- Benefits from our corporate partners, including discounts with Motel 6, Choice Hotels, and Microchip 4 Solutions Inc., offers from Petsecure Pet Insurance, and more!
- Our newsletter, The Quarterly
- Up to three breed section affiliations, and voting rights if qualified
- Certain membership types also have voting privileges at our Annual General Meeting
What kind of membership should I get?
There are two major categories of CCA-AFC membership. Let's break them down!
- Regular (Voting) Memberships include all our benefits and services, plus voting rights at our Annual General Meeting and 1 breed section vote. If you are actively involved in CCA-AFC and want the ability to vote on rule changes and submit motions at our meetings, please choose this membership type.
- Supporting (Non-Voting) Memberships include all our benefits and services, without voting rights at our Annual General Meeting or breed section voting rights. If you are interested in CCA-AFC but are not interested in attending our meetings or voting on changes to our rules, please choose this membership type.
Both Regular and Supporting Memberships can be either Breeder and Non-Breeder memberships. Breeder memberships include the right to register litters and kittens, and purchase cattery ads. Non-breeder memberships do not get discounts on these services.
There are also discounts for two adults who live at the same residence (2-Person Memberships), and there is a special non-voting Junior membership available for children under the age of 18.
How do I Join?
- Complete our Membership Application and e-mail it to office@cca-afc.com.
- For the most up-to-date prices, please refer to our Price List.
- Payment can be made using our Square web store or by sending an Interac e-transfer to finance@cca-afc.com. For other payment methods, please contact the office for further information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are memberships for people, or for cats?
Memberships are purchased for people, and they expire every year. Registrations are purchased for cats, and they are permanent.
How do I register my cattery?
Catteries are different from memberships. To register a cattery name, submit your completed Cattery Name Application to register@cca-afc.com along with the current fee.
When do memberships expire?
All memberships expire on December 31 of each year and must be renewed before January 31 for you to remain in good standing. Memberships purchased after October 1 receive 3 months free and expire the following December.
How do I create a website account?
New user accounts are created by the office. Your information will be sent to you along with your member card. If you have an account and cannot log in, please check with us to ensure that your membership is up-to-date, as accounts are frozen when memberships expire.
Can I advertise my cattery on your website?
Yes, the ability to purchase Breeder Advertisements is a major benefit of CCA-AFC membership. Please make sure to indicate how many breeder ads you wish to purchase when you complete your membership form. There is a $10 discount for renewing members who purchase breeder ads at the same time as their renewal.
Is this a breeder license?
No, a CCA-AFC membership is not a legal license to breed cats. It offers no exemption or protection from your local laws regarding animal licensing and ownership. Please consult your local authority (municipal, provincial, etc.) for any information on legal regulations and requirements for breeding cats in your area.
Can I purchase extra breed section voting rights?
Yes! Qualified members can purchase additional breed section voting rights for $2 per breed, for up to 2 additional breeds.
Do I need to be a member to enter CCA-AFC cat shows?
No, it is not required that you are a member in order to enter one of our shows. However, we strongly recommend that you do so in order to claim your discount on registering your cats with us, claiming your titles, and more.