All documents can be provided by request by reaching out to comms.officer@canadian-farmers.ca
May 29, 2026
Submission for the Pre-Budget Consultations in Advance of the Upcoming Federal Budget
In the submission for the pre-budget consultation, CFA made the following high level recommendations:Permanently increase the interest-free portion of the Advance Payments Program to $350,000.Mandate Agricultural Impact Assessments for federal infrastructure and natural resource management initiatives.Develop a Critical Farm Input Strategy to support production stability.Establish pathways to... Read More
February 13, 2026
CFA Submission to HUMA study on Impacts of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program on the Labour Market
On February 13th, CFA delivered its submission to the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities study on the impacts of Temporary Foreign Workers (TFW) on the labour market. The submission emphasized that agriculture faces chronic, structural labour shortages, with tens of thousands of unfilled positions that domestic... Read More
January 30, 2026
CFA Submission to Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities (HUMA) Regarding Section 107 in Canada Labour Code
On January 30th, CFA made a submission to the HUMA Committee as it studies the definition of “work” and the future of Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code. This section is an important tool the federal government can use to help prevent or resolve major labour disputes, especially in rail and port transportation, which farmers rely on heavily. CFA stressed in the submission that when... Read More
November 25, 2025
Submission to Standing Senate Committee on Transportation and Communications study on the Maintenance of Transport Services in the Case of Labour Disruptions
In this submission, CFA emphasized that Canadian farmers rely heavily on rail and marine transport for timely delivery of inputs and products, and disruptions, such as strikes or lockouts, create severe financial and operational consequences, including lost markets, spoiled goods, and reputational damage to Canada as a trading partner. To address these challenges, CFA recommended: stakeholder... Read More
November 5, 2025
Letter to IRCC Minister on Importance of the Agri-Food Pilot for Canadian Agriculture
The Agri-Food Pilot provided a targeted, effective and permanent solution for experienced, non-seasonal workers in critical industries such as meat processing, greenhouse crop production, and livestock farming. These sectors are foundational to Canada’s food security, rural vitality, and economic growth.In light of these considerations, we urge you to:Reinstate the Agri-Food Pilot as a... Read More
August 28, 2025
Submission for the Pre-Budget Consultations in Advance of the Fall 2025 Budget
- Environmental Issues and Climate Change
- Finance
- International Trade
- Labour
- Legislation
- Regulatory Issues
- Supply Chain issues
The Fall 2025 pre-budget submission outlines a strategic vision for strengthening Canadian agriculture amid rising economic and environmental pressures. CFA emphasizes the sector’s vital role in contributing $150 billion to GDP and supporting 2.3 million jobs. The submission highlights challenges such as rising input costs, labour shortages, climate-related disruptions, and global trade... Read More
September 6, 2024
Joint Submission on Employer-Provided Accommodations for New Foreign Labour Program for Agriculture and Fish Processing
While national standards are essential, it is crucial that these standards are adaptable to the diverse conditions across Canada’s provinces and territories. Housing challenges vary significantly depending on regional contexts—for instance, seasonal housing shortages in British Columbia, unique conditions in Quebec’s rural areas, and the distinct needs of operations in Nova Scotia. These... Read More
May 21, 2024
Submissions related to the Canada Labour Code regarding impacts of the potential strike or lockout at CPKC and CN
It is crucial that supply chains continue to operate throughout the collective bargaining process. Not only does a prolonged work stoppage threaten our international reputation, but places upward pressure on inflation and the cost of consumer goods thereby threatening our national food... Read More