Serving Canada’s Sheep Producers Since 1918 
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.

Over 100 Years of Service to Canadian Wool Producers
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
A full line of livestock supplies for all livestock producers
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)

Orderly Marketing. Proven Results.
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.

A Partnership with Producers
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.

Our retail locations across Canada: 

Saint-Hyacinthe, QC – Carleton Place, ON (Head Quarters) – Cookstown, ON – Waterloo, ON – Brandon, MB – Lethbridge, AB