Membership Plan for the CCSA Catering Association


CCSA Catering Association is a non-profit social organization voluntarily formed by enterprises, individuals, and organizations related to the catering industry. The association is dedicated to promoting the exchange and integration of Chinese and Western culinary cultures, enhancing the overall standards of the food and beverage industry, and advancing the appreciation and quality of food, wine, and tea culture.

I. Types of Membership

  1. Director Members: Individuals or enterprises engaged in the catering, wine, and tea industries.
  2. Executive Directors: Catering enterprises or individuals with a certain influence in the industry.
  3. Vice Presidents: Catering enterprises or individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of the association.
  4. President: Catering enterprises or individuals with high influence and reputation in the industry.
  5. Honorary President: Individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the catering industry.

II. Membership Application Process

  1. Submission of Application:
    • Applicants fill out the "Membership Application Form" and provide relevant qualification documents.
  2. Review and Approval:
    • The Secretariat of the association conducts a preliminary review of the application materials, followed by a final review by the Board of Directors.
  3. Payment of Membership Fees:
    • Upon approval, the applicant pays the membership fees as stipulated.
  4. Issuance of Certificate:
    • The association issues a membership certificate and a membership handbook to the new member. 

III. Membership Rights

  1. Director Members:
      1. Basic Membership Fee: $500
        Basic Benefits:
      • Official membership status with certificate
      • Subscription to association’s basic information (one industry report per month)
      • Participation in regular member events (4 in-person networking sessions per year)
          b. Special Service Package: $1500
             Business Matching Services ($800 value):
      • Two annual Canada-China F&B business matchmaking events (online/offline)
      • Access to the association's internal directory
              Brand Promotion Benefits ($700 value):
      • Company name and logo featured on the association’s official website under the “Executive Member” list
      • One annual promotional feature of your company on the association’s official WeChat account
    • Executive Directors:
        1. Basic Membership Fee: $1000
          Basic Benefits (same as Executive Member, with VIP designation)
        2. Special Service Package: $4000
          Premium Event Access ($2000 value):
        • Four exclusive executive dinners per year
        • Two private industry trend sessions annually (with guest speakers)
               Brand Promotion Package ($2000 value):
        • Recognition as a “Co-organizing Partner” on event backdrops
        • Three annual company promotional features on the association’s official WeChat account 
      • Vice Presidents:

             a. Basic Membership Fee: $2000
                 Includes all basic benefits of Executive Director level, plus voting rights in association decision-making.

             b. Special Service Package: $8000
                 Business Cooperation Package ($4000 value):

          • Six customized business matchmaking sessions per year (with the option to specify target business types)
          • Customized edition of the Association’s Annual White Paper (includes in-depth F&B industry data)

                 Brand Sponsorship Benefits ($4000 value):

          • Naming rights for one major association event (e.g., “XX Cup Culinary Innovation Competition”)
          • Featured display in the “Strategic Partners” section on the homepage of the association website (6 months)


      • President/Honorary President:
          1. Basic Membership Fee: $5000
            Includes all benefits of Vice President level, plus a seat as Chair of the Board of Directors.
          2. Special Service Package: $15,000
            Strategic Partnership Package ($8000 value):
          • Annual customized research report (tailored to the specific needs of the enterprise)
          • Priority access to the association’s global resources (e.g., policy briefings on China-Canada F&B regulations)
          Top-Tier Branding Benefits ($7000 value):
          • Naming rights as “Chief Partner” for all association events throughout the year
          • Your brand included in the association’s recommended supplier directory

        IV. Membership Obligations

        1. Adherence to the association's charter and regulations.
        2. Active participation in association activities and support of association work.
        3. Timely payment of membership fees and maintenance of the association's legal rights and reputation.
        4. Prompt feedback of industry trends and related information to the association.

        V. Membership Fees

        1. Director Members: $2000
        2. Executive Directors: $5000
        3. Vice Presidents: $10000
        4. President: / Honorary President: over 20000 by donate

        VI. Supplementary Provisions

        1. This program shall be implemented from the date of publication.
        2. Matters not covered herein shall be interpreted by the Board of Directors of the association.