FCRSC Specialty 2026 - Edmonton, AB

06/11/2026

🐾 MAKE A WEEK OF IT AT THE 2026 FCRSC NATIONAL! 🎉

Alongside our National Specialty events, exhibitors can also enjoy the Edmonton Kennel Club All-Breed Shows throughout the weekend!

📅 August 6–9, 2026
📍 Edmonton, Alberta

Why not enter both?
✨ More ring time
✨ More chances to showcase your Flat-Coat
✨ More opportunities to connect with friends from across Canada and beyond

With conformation, obedience, and rally events all weekend long, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Don’t wait — be sure to get your EKC entries submitted!

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06/11/2026

NATIONAL EVENTS SPOTLIGHT 🎉🐾

Today we’re highlighting Thursday, August 6 — the official start of National Specialty Conformation!

Thursday’s schedule includes:
🏆 FCRSC National Sweepstakes
• Puppy Sweepstakes
• Veteran Sweepstakes
• Gundog Sweepstakes

Judge: Neal Goodwin

🎓 FCRSC National Obedience & Rally Obedience
Judge: Lionel Whittaker

Entries close July 14!

Who’s planning to compete in obedience, rally, or sweepstakes this year? ⬇️

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06/10/2026

Looking for something to do in the evening on August 5? Come to our WELCOME NIGHT 🐾

🎉Exhibitors are invited to join us for the FCRSC Hospitality Gathering
📍 EKC Show Grounds
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM

Stop by to socialize, relax after travel day, and kick off an incredible week of Flat-Coat fun before Specialty events begin.

📣 Reminder:
Don’t forget to register for your hospitality bags!
• One per household
• No extras will be available onsite

Stop by, say hello, reconnect with old friends, and meet fellow exhibitors before the show begins!

Who are you looking forward to seeing?

Thank you for helping us to plan for hospitality throughout the Specialty weekend. Please complete the following form if you are attending the Specialty. A special hospitality bag and name tag will be ready for you at the Specialty! One Hospitality Bag per household. Light refreshments will be avail...

06/10/2026

SCENT DETECTION 👃🐾

Scent work is always exciting to see — showcasing the focus, drive, and teamwork our dogs are capable of.

Thanks to everyone’s support and enthusiasm, our scent trial is FULL!

Missed out in getting your entries in? Edmonton has plenty to enjoy during National week:
🐕 Dog-friendly patios
🌳 Beautiful river valley walking trails
🛍️ Pet boutiques and shopping
🍴 Great restaurants and cafés

Who’s planning to participate in scent this year? ⬇️

06/09/2026

📖 LEAVE YOUR MARK IN THE 2026 FCRSC NATIONAL CATALOG! 🐾✨

The National Specialty catalog is more than just a schedule — it becomes a keepsake filled with memories, celebrations, and the dogs and people who make our Flat-Coat community so special.

Why not reserve your spot?
🎉 Showcase your kennel
🖤 Celebrate a special dog
🌈 Honour a beloved companion
👏 Wish exhibitors good luck
📸 Share accomplishments, memories, or advertisements

Ad Pricing:
🎨 $30 – Full Page Colour
🖤 $20 – Full Page Black & White

Whether you’re attending the National or supporting from afar, catalog ads are a wonderful way to be part of the event and support the 2026 FCRSC National Specialty.

🌐 Visit the website for details and to purchase your ad today!

⏰ Advertising Deadline: JULY 4, 2026

CATALOGUE ADVERTISING The Flat-Coated Retriever Society of Canada will have a Specialty Catalogue $30 Full page Colour $20 Full page Black and White Camera-ready ads only. Final ad size: Full page: 7.5” x 10” @ 300 dpi To book your space: 1) Add Catalogue Advertising to the cart and complete pay...

06/09/2026

🚗🐾One of the best parts of National week is the road trip adventure!

After Working Certificate Day on August 3, exhibitors will travel north from Irricana to Edmonton for the next part of the 2026 FCRSC National week.

Making the drive? Here are a few fun ideas for stops along the way:
☕ Coffee or lunch in Red Deer
🌾 Prairie viewpoints and photo opportunities
🐕 Dog-friendly hikes to stretch your legs
🍦 Stop for ice cream before arriving in Edmonton

Who’s road-tripping to the National this year? 🚙

06/08/2026

WORKING CERTIFICATE 🦆🐾

Our countdown to the 2026 FCRSC National begins with Working Certificate Day!

On Monday, August 3, exhibitors and spectators will head to Bow River Retrievers near Irricana, Alberta for:
• WC
• WCI
• WCX

There’s nothing quite like watching Flat-Coats do what they were bred to do — working in the field with enthusiasm, style, and teamwork.

📍 Located approximately:
• 50 km NE of Calgary
• 300 km south of Edmonton

⏰ Entries close JULY 14 — don’t wait to get yours in!

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06/08/2026

🌟 Sponsor Spotlight 🌟

The FCRSC 2026 National Specialty is proud to feature Chris Christensen Systems as a valued supporter of this year’s event.

We sincerely thank them for their generous contribution in support of our Specialty. Their donation for our exhibitors helps make this year’s Specialty truly exceptional.

We encourage everyone to show their appreciation and learn more about what they offer by visiting their website:

Dog show enthusiasts and professional groomers all over the world rely on us to provide high quality tools, shampoos and styling aids to achieve coat perfection every time. With innovative new products being released year-round. there is sure to be a product to help you achieve your desired result!

06/07/2026

⏰ THE COUNTDOWN IS ON — 2 MONTHS UNTIL THE 2026 FCRSC NATIONAL! 🐾🎉

The road to the 2026 Flat-Coated Retriever Society of Canada National Specialty officially begins now!

📍 Irricana & Edmonton, Alberta
📅 August 3–10, 2026

Join us all week long as we spotlight all the exciting events, activities, and celebrations planned for an unforgettable National week! 🖤

Over the next week, we’ll feature:
🏆 Specialty, obedience, rally & field events
🛍️ Merchandise, raffles & fundraising
🍽️ Banquet & hospitality reminders
…and much more!

Whether you’re competing, volunteering, sponsoring, or cheering everyone on from home, we can’t wait to celebrate with you.
Who’s counting down with us? ⬇️

06/07/2026

Congratulations Colleen Roy!!!
Enjoy this Beautiful Bag!!!
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