VISION STATEMENT

The Association delivers education programs to enhance the knowledge of conformation dog judges; liaises with the CKC to provide input on CKC decisions, policies and programs that affect conformation dog judging; and disseminates information to members so they can remain informed and united in their common goal of promoting critical breed characteristics and improving the quality of conformation dog judges

 

CDJA BURSARY FUND 

Applications for the 2023/2024 academic year are now being accepted. Contact Diane Fast: dianefastone@gmail.com

Click here for information and application form

 

UPCOMING EDUCATION EVENTS

 

PAPILLON CANADA RINGSIDE MENTORING

at SD&G Sunday, August 27

Contact: Caroline Chaput cchaps1973@gmail.com or Cora Vandekar cora@sallysvalleykennels.com

 

ST. LAWRENCE REGION DOG JUDGES ASSOCIATION

Saturday September 23 (Cost $45.00)

Golden Retriever-Beverley Farquhar, Keeshond-Brenda Brookes, Shetland Sheepdog- Pete Aidan Culumovic, The International Experience- Allan & Thora Brown

Contact: Pat Lanctot lanctot@ebonylane.ca 613-931-1788

 

NIAGARA JUDGES STUDY EDUCATION GROUP

September 24 Ring Side Mentoring for Dominion Collie and Shetland Sheepdog Association at the Burlington Kennel Club Shows

Contact: Dann Wilson: dann.wilson@sympatico.ca 289-260-4444

 

CENTRAL ONTARIO JUDGES STUDY GROUPS

Saturday October 21 (Cost $45.00)

English Cocker Spaniel-Kerri Brangers,Alaskan Malemute,Jorge De Andre,KerryBlue Terrier-Ed Greer, German Shepherd dog-Tony Monk

Registration & Payment: Marilyn O'Neill larmaro@hotmail.com

Information: Anna Hewson: aandahewson@gmail.com  705 458-9214    

 

ADVANCED JUDGES CONFERENCE: October 14-15 in St. John's Newfoundland

For information contact Patrick Mudge: patrickmudge2@yahoo.ca

 

ON-LINE SEMINAR SCHEDULE:

Future seminars will be posted here. Additional info can be located under Events Heading at the top of this page.

The On-line seminar, via ZOOM, starts at 8:00 pm Eastern time

PLEASE register when you receive your invitation email and  sign on anytime after 7:30 pm ET. Hope you are able to attend!
FOR INFORMATION ON THE ON-LINE SEMINARS, PLEASE GO TO THE EVENTS PAGE UNDER UPCOMING SEMINARS FOR DETAILS AS THEY ARE AVAILABLE.

 

Important Information for CDJA Members:
 

• UPDATE TO CKC Policy & Procedures - Chapter 7
  APPENDIX 1 – Personal Use of Social Media Guidelines for CKC Judges [Board Motion #40-09-20 Update: Amended 30-06-21] 
  
  Judges are held to higher standards of conduct and should abide by the CKC principles of impartiality, integrity, and ethics outlined in this section on the use of social media.
  Judges must:
  • Be mindful, when using social media, of their professional association with the CKC and strive not to bring CKC into disrepute.
  • Understand that what is said and done on social media can reflect on yourself, your colleagues and the CKC as a whole.
  • Maintain professional decorum and be aware that using social media to solicit assignments, make derogatory comments, re-posting comments or endorsements, or for self-promotion may result in
  disciplinary action.
  • Refrain from the expression of personal opinions on controversial subjects, including placements, judging, and critiques which can undermine the credibility of judges and the CKC, and erode the trust
  of CKC members.
  • Consider inappropriate public and private contacts through social media the same as verbal or written contacts and subject to regulations listed under rule 4.1.5, violation which must be reported to CKC.
   

 

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