Chef Association

The Canadian Culinary Federation (CCF) was founded in 1963 and incorporated in Ottawa as a non-profit association in 1972. It was formed in an effort to unite chefs and cooks across Canada in a common dedication to professional excellence.

Liaison College Kitchener Campus is proud to be spearheading the return of a local Chef Association for the Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Brantford and Stratford areas. Our initial meeting will be held on Monday November 14, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is being held at our campus at 1780 King St E (where King meets Montgomery , near the Red Lobster).

We are pleased to announce that a special guest, Roy Butterworth , is flying in from the East Coast for this meeting. Roy is the National Administrator and Webmaster for the CCF and is working closely with Paul Gamble, Joe Poge and us to help make our local branch as vibrant as it can be!

REASONS TO BE A MEMBER

Nationally recognized Chef de Cuisine Certification Program (CCC)
Subscription to National newsletters and magazines which have informative articles and recipes submitted by Industry Leaders in Canada
Discounts on travel, clothing, tools and soon to be organized listing of national products
Involvement in culinary college and apprenticeship training advisory committees
A national roster of members, updated every two years
CCF certificate (suitable for framing,) blazer crest and a distinctive lapel pin - Junior members receive certificate and pin
International, National and local culinary shows are promoted and sponsored by the CCF and its branches
Opportunities to hear and see world renown chefs and speakers at regional and national conventions
A chance to participate at Regional Mini-Conventions held every year
Automatically become a member of World Association of Cooks Societies (WACS)
Participation in the career enhancement of Junior Cook Apprentices

If you are interested in attending this meeting or in receiving more information about our local Chef Association, please contact Penny Bateson at (519) 743-8335 at Liaison Kitchener Campus.