2026 SHEEP & WOOL AMBASSADOR COMPETITION

Date: Saturday November 14, 2026
Time: Approx. 30 minutes after conclusion of Junior Sheep Show
Location: Lower East Annex Show Ring

Competition Information

Competition Objectives

1. Present a sheep while displaying competency through industry showmanship standards
2. Enhance the image of Sheep Shows and the Sheep Industry
3. Support promotion of the wool industry

Rules and Regulations:

1. Sheep must be yearling ewes or ewe lambs, conditioned, fitted and trained to show at halter. The Royal follows the CSBA tail length requirements. All lambs entered require a caudal fold that can be seen or felt.
2. Except where otherwise noted, all rules for exhibiting sheep at the RAWF apply.
3. Participants must have previously shown an interest in sheep and the sheep industry and be 14-21 years of age as of January 1st of the current year. This competition is open to contestants of all genders. As with all RAWF Youth Activity events, 100% participation is expected by all participants.
4. Contestants are required to submit a short biography with their entry form. The biography template is included in this package after the entry form.
5. Participants will be required to enter the ring at the same location, lead their sheep around the ring and line up according to the wishes of the judges.
6. Previous winners of this class are ineligible for competition.
7. Sheep must be stabled before Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 7:30 AM and may leave the premises at the conclusion of the show.
8. Contestants will be required to make a 1-2 minute speech where they will answer one of the following question (Note: The Royal will indicate which question the contestant is to answer in their entry confirmation letter):
   1. If given the opportunity, how would you market and promote the sheep and wool industry.
   2. What has been the overall significance of the sheep and wool industry on your life
   3. What is your vision of where the sheep and wool industry is heading in the future.
9. Points will be awarded as follows:
   1. Outfit - 35 points *refers to the style of outfit selected. It should be complimentary to both individual and the class. The major portion of the outfit must be made of wool and the participant must furnish their own outfit.
   2. Control and Presentation of Animal - 25 points
   3. Presentation of Contestant - 40 points
   4. NOTE: 3 points will be deducted if the speech exceeds 2 and a 1/2 minutes.
10. It is expected that all contestants will be able to share their ideas and generally discuss with the judges the following topics:
    1. General knowledge of The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
    2. General information on Canadian agriculture and the Canadian sheep industry
    3. Any special interests or involvement in extracurricular activites such as 4-H, Junior Farmers, school or other rural clubs and organizations in their communities
11. In the event that the 2026 winner is unable to compete their duties, the 1st runner up will be asked to carry out these duties.
12. The winner of this class is expected to attend The Royal Sheep Show and The Royal Junior Sheep Show the following year to present awards.

Prize Money

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