Experience the Best of Agriculture

Welcome to the Sheep Show at Chesterville Fair

Join us for a delightful family-friendly event celebrating the finest in livestock competitions. Discover the charm of the countryside and the excitement of the fair!

Celebrate Local Agriculture

The Sheep Show at the Chesterville Fair is a highlight of our annual event, offering a unique opportunity for families to engage with the agricultural community. It’s a celebration of tradition, showcasing the skills and dedication of our local farmers and their livestock.

This event promises fun and education for all ages. Witness the best sheep breeds compete and enjoy activities designed for the whole family.

Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of a cherished community tradition. Whether you’re a seasoned fairgoer or a first-time visitor, the Sheep Show is an experience not to be missed!

Rules & Regulations

Chesterville Fair Sheep Show

Sunday August 24th, 2025, 11 am

Committee: Kim Link, Carol Johnson , Blair Dow

Entries can be made online at https://www.assistexpo.ca/chesterville-district-ag-society

Sheep can arrive between 8 am and 9:30 am at the Chesterville Livestock Barn Sunday August 24th, 2025.

Judging will start at 11 am.

Sheep must remain on the fairgrounds until 4:00 pm Sunday August 24th, 2025.

Entries must be received by August 18th, 2025.

Exhibitors must be members of the Chesterville and District Agricultural Society.

Rules and Regulations

1. All animals must have an approved CFIA tag.

2. All animals must be registered in the name of the exhibitor.

3. Entries must include animal name, date of birth, and registration number along with the name and registration number of the sire and dam.

4. An administration fee of 25 % will be deducted from prize money earned.

5. All classes, with the exception of AOB long wool, must show with less than 1 inch of wool.

6. An exhibitor may show a maximum of 6 head per breed and a maximum of 3 head in any one section of individual classes.

7. The committee reserves the right to request the removal from the sheep barn any animal showing evidence of infectious disease.

8. The sheep committee reserves the right to combine breed classes if numbers warrant.

9. Dress code for exhibitors – white shirt and black pants.

Breeding Sheep Classifications

30. Suffolk

31. North Country Cheviot

32. Hampshire

33. Any Other Meat Breed

34. Any Other Long Wool Breed

The following applies to Classes 30 to 34:

Prizes: 1st: $60, 2nd: $50, 3rd: $40, 4th: $30, 5th: $25, 6th: $20, 7th: $13, 8th: $10, 9th: $8, 10th: $6

1.

Yearling Ewe

2.

Ewe Lamb

3.

Yearling Ram

4.

Ram Lamb

5.

Get of Sire (Three lambs sired by the same ram)

6.

Breeders Flock (Animals bred and owned by the exhibitor)

35. Commercial Classes

Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $40, 3rd: $30, 4th: $25, 5th: $20, 6th: $15, 7th: $10

1.

Ewe Lamb (Born in 2025)

2.

Yearling Ewe (Born in 2024)

3.

Pair of commercial ewes

36. Junior Show - Youth Under 21 years of age

Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15, 4th: $10, others: $5

1.

Ewe Lamb Born 2025

2.

Market Lamb Born 2025

3.

Novice Showmanship (8 and under years old)

4.

Junior Showmanship (9 -12 years)

5.

Intermediate Showmanship (13 - 15 years)

6.

Senior Showmanship (16 - 20 years)

Family Fun

Bring the whole family to enjoy a day filled with fun and learning at the Sheep Show. Witness the best of local agriculture and engage with interactive exhibits designed to educate and entertain visitors of all ages. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with our farming community!

Sheep Shearing Demos with Ross Creighton

🐑 Sunday, August 24th | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: The Barn (during the Sheep Show)

Ever wondered how wool goes from sheep to sweater? Join expert shearer Ross Creighton at the Barn during the Sheep Show for a live demonstration of the traditional art of sheep shearing.

Ross brings years of experience and expert technique to the shearing floor, showing how skill and care keep the animals calm and the fleece intact. It’s a rare opportunity to witness this age-old practice up close and learn about the journey of wool from farm to fibre.

📽️ Check out the Ottawa Citizen video beside this blurb for a sneak peek into Ross’s incredible work—then come see it live between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM on Sunday, August 24th!

Join the Excitement

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the Sheep Show at the Chesterville Fair! Whether you’re a competitor or a spectator, there’s something for everyone. Click the button below to secure your spot and join us for a memorable day celebrating agriculture and community spirit. We look forward to seeing you there!