From Alberta’s renowned cattle country to neighbouring coastlines, Calgary Co-op carries the meat and seafood Calgarians love. Explore our fresh meat selection for quality that always makes the cut.
Grilled, baked, fried, or barbecued, Cal & Gary love meat. So expect top-quality meat selections from western Canada with exclusive Cal & Gary’s premium cuts – expertly curated for a city that loves meat as much as we do.
Cal & Gary’s features only AAA Alberta beef wet aged 21 days, dry aged for 28 days, or in our flavour locked in cryovac pack for the taste and tenderness Calgarians love.
Raised in Abbotsford B.C., Cal & Gary’s non-GMO grain-fed, free-range chicken serves up high quality and great taste – all free of antibiotics and hormones. Our chickens are never fed animal-by products.
Cal & Gary’s premium pork is produced in Alberta – free of antibiotics and hormones. Tender, fresh and delicious no matter how you make it.
Cal & Gary’s also offers certified Halal AAA Only Alberta beef in our Flavor Locked in packaging, expect the taste and tenderness of Alberta beef in every cut.
Last summer at Calgary Co-op we introduced the Only Alberta Beef program and our commitment to serving fresh beef only from Alberta producers. Now we’re expanding Only Alberta to include chicken & lamb. That’s right, we now carry Only Alberta beef, chicken and lamb–raised by Alberta producers, and only Alberta producers.
Only Alberta. Only available at Calgary Co-op
Fresh from Alberta farms, Only Alberta features grain fed, free-run chicken. These products are air chilled to reduce water content and enhance flavour.
Only Alberta means only the freshest lamb. Grain finished and free from antibiotics, every cut of Only Alberta lamb is Enhanced Fresh for superior tenderness and shelf life.
Alberta’s beef is world renowned. With Only Alberta, Calgary Co-op brings home the incredible taste of 14-day-aged AA beef from Alberta producers, and only Alberta producers.
As Calgary’s butcher for over 60 years, we know Calgarians love variety. Our selection of high-quality, hormone-free meats go beyond the basics for tastes that are beyond ordinary.
Grain fed and free of antibiotics and hormones, simply the bold flavour of bison in every bite. (Select locations only).
100% Canadian free-run duck contains no antibiotics, no phosphates and is gluten and hormone free. It’s just the flavour you’ll savour.
Grain-fed to be tender and delicious, our 100% Canadian veal contains no steroids or hormones. All our veal selections are Halal certified as well.
60 years ago, our store opened to give Calgarians great products at great value. Today, we continue the tradition with our NEW Founders & Farmers family of products – everyday value, rooted in quality.
At Calgary Co-op, we’re proud to offer locally raised meat from right here in Western Canada. To discover the best in local, just look for the green Best From The West tag.
From scallops to shrimp, crab legs to oysters, you’ll always find your favourite, including the best seasonally available options. And, with 6 fresh deliveries every week, you’ll enjoy the freshest seafood Calgary Co-op has to offer.
Learn MoreWe’ve always gone beyond for our members, so bringing plant-based to members is a natural. Beyond Meat and LightLife are plant based products. They are an excellent source of protein without soy, gluten or GMO ingredients. You’ll find Beyond Meats products and Lightlife burgers in our meat aisle.
Stop by the butcher’s counter and chew the fat with your local butcher. They can’t wait to share expert advice and tips on everything meat. Looking for something custom-cut or special? Just ask. We like a good challenge.
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Bacon wrapped top sirloin with asparagus, roasted potatoes and herb butter
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Roasted Petite Tender with Tomatoes & Blue Cheese Aioli
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A recipe by Julie Van Rosendaal
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A generous Italian staple from every Mamma’s Sunday repertoire. A recipe by Spolumbo's Fine Foods & Deli.
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A recipe by Julie Van Rosendaal
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A chuck or plant based burger recipe by Julie Van Rosendaal
A chuck or plant based burger recipe by Julie Van Rosendaal
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A recipe by Julie Van Rosendaal
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Carne Seca (jerked beef) consists of a dry, salty, cured meat product obtained from a fresh cut of Canadian beef, dried by salt, during a...
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This one-pan cornbread pie comes together quickly, and makes use of summertime ingredients like tomatoes, peppers and corn. Created by Julie Van Rosendaal
This simple lasagna is also one of the most spectacular—start with the best ingredients, and it’s simpler than you might think.
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Let everyone dig into their own individual mini-meatloaf, stuffed with cheese.
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Because of their size, everyone only needs one or two beef ribs on their plate. Created by Julie Van Rosendaal
Created by Julie Van Rosendaal
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Recipe courtesy of Heather Alford, winner of the 2015 Ayden Kitchen and Bar Young Chef’s Competition.
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Flavourful and inexpensive, and requires little preparation before going into the oven or slow cooker.
The five spice will give it a little heat and cool it down with honey butter glazed yams
A great and satisfying way to entertain a larger group - any time of year.
Nothing better than a big rack of ribs with dinner. Started in the oven and finished on the grill.
These pork skewers are great for dinner or as a party food to please everyone’s taste buds.
Nothing gets your guests' attention like a juicy prime rib roast.
This authentic bone-in goat curry will spice up your dinner plans for tonight.
A quick and easy appetizer, and a classy combination of sweet and savoury.
Rich pork and a fresh berry gastrique make the perfect, elegant pairing.
This quick and easy casserole will leave your family wanting more!
These smokey ribs will make you feel like summer's here.
A great and satisfying way to entertain a larger group - any time of year.
A great combination of fresh and smokey flavours for when you’re feeling extra hungry.
