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September 6, 2024
Implementation of Grade Crossings Regulations and Existing Railway Obligations
Transport Canada’s Grade Crossings Regulations do not explicitly state who is responsible for bearing the financial burden associated with the newly mandated safety upgrades. In the past, these upgrades and ongoing maintenance have always been performed by the railways, at the railways expense. Our concern is that in cases where pre-existing agreements are not already in place, the railways... 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
August 30, 2024
Comments on the Development of the Farm Management Survey
The CFA uses the data from the FMS to inform its reporting and messaging on the sustainability, productivity, and innovation within the Canadian agricultural sector. The data allows us to quantify the impact of best practices with validated information to inform policy positions, and advocate for continued development of a resilient agriculture sector in... Read More
August 16, 2024
Letter to Vice-President of CPCK Rail on Labour Disruption of Class 1 Railways
The potential simultaneous disruption of Canada’s two national rail carriers, CN and CPKC, poses a significant risk to our industries and the broader Canadian economy and even our natural environment. 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
August 16, 2024
Letter to Canadian National Railway President on Labour Disruption in Class I Railways
The simultaneous labour dispute between CN and CPKC and the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) union will have a devastating impact on the transportation of goods into this fall harvest. In addition to the shipment of agricultural products to market, farmers in many parts of Canada require a steady and stable supply of propane for grain drying, greenhouse production and heating and cooling... Read More
August 16, 2024
Letter to the Prime Minister regarding Labour Disruption in Class I Railways
The pending disruption of Canada’s two national rail carriers, CN and CPKC, poses a significant risk to our industries and the broader Canadian economy and even our natural environment. 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 security. For this... Read More
August 14, 2024
Joint Agricultural Submission on Right to Repair Consultation
On behalf of the Grain Growers of Canada (GGC), Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA) and the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA).It is our view that the federal government has a clear role in establishing a legislative framework that strikes a measured and appropriate balance with the intent to create a competitive market for equipment repair that will allow farmers the choice to... Read More
August 9, 2024
Joint Letter to Ministers on Potential Labour Disruption in Class I railways
A joint letter with many stakeholders including the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, urging the government to intervene and do everything necessary to avert a disruption in Canada’s Class I... Read More