Founded in 1918, the Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers Limited (CCWG) is a producer-owned co-operative dedicated to delivering exceptional service and strong market returns for Canada’s sheep industry. For more than a century, CCWG has provided reliable wool marketing, livestock supplies, and industry support to sheep producers across Canada.

Our mission is to market Canadian wool efficiently and responsibly while operating a sustainable, producer-focused organization that maximizes value for its shareholders and members.

CCWG provides year-round wool purchasing, grading, and marketing services from its national headquarters in Carleton Place, Ontario. Through orderly marketing practices and objective measurement standards, Canadian wool is sold domestically and internationally to ensure producers receive full and fair market value.

Our services include:

• Year-round wool collection and marketing

• Professional grading using objective measurement standards

• Global marketing of Canadian fine, medium, and coarse wool

• Distribution of wool sacks to producers

• Prompt servicing and supply of shearing equipment

• A full line of livestock supplies for sheep producers

• Publication and distribution of the Canadian Wool Grower Magazine

• Educational resources on sheep production, wool quality, and animal husbandry

• Federal and Provincial government liaison on behalf of sheep producers

• Promotion of wool products through The Real Wool Shop

• Shareholder Discount Plan

• Shareholder Wool Shipper Loyalty Reward Program (SWSLRP)

For more than a century, CCWG has followed a disciplined wool marketing policy based on graded classification and objective measurement. This proven system ensures transparency, consistency, and competitive pricing in domestic and international markets.

Through efficient warehousing, accurate grading, and strategic global sales, the Co-operative works to deliver the highest possible overall returns to Canadian wool producers — year after year, in all market conditions.

As a true producer co-operative, CCWG exists to serve its grower members across Canada. The strength of the organization depends on collaboration between the Co-operative and the producer.

We encourage continued excellence in sheep husbandry, intelligent flock management, and high-quality wool preparation. Together, we maintain the reputation of Canadian wool in the global marketplace and ensure a strong, sustainable future for the industry.