All documents can be provided by request by reaching out to comms.officer@canadian-farmers.ca
July 31, 2024
Comments on the General Review of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
At a high level, these comments recommended: Eliminating protectionist measure and non-tariff trade barriers that limit market access for Canadian agriculture and agri-food products. Developing new measures so that imported products have the same standards and safety measures as domestic products. Remaining committed to not granting new market access to supply-managed products. Have Global... Read More
May 27, 2024
Joint Comments on Budget 2024 measures related to the Capital Gains Inclusion Rate, Alternative Minimum Tax and Canadian Entrepreneurs’ Incentive
We need to ensure that the proposed personal income tax measures announced in Budget 2024 do not jeopardize the transfer of assets from one generation of farmer to another, but rather encourage the next generation of farmers to take up the calling, drive much needed rural economic activity and help the agriculture sector reach its growth... 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
May 10, 2024
Request for Canada to oppose the development and adoption of use-based indicators for Target 7
We request that the Government of Canada oppose the adoption of any indicator that is based on use, as it would contradict the agreed text of Target 7 at COP 15. In addition, during these negotiations we ask the Government of Canada to focus on the development of indicators that will better address the issue of pesticide pollution risk... Read More
May 3, 2024
Comments on the Framework for pesticide water monitoring programs in Canada
CFA welcomes the development of this framework for pesticide water monitoring programs in Canada and supports the development of these... Read More
April 29, 2024
Submission on National Fire Code Proposed Change
The submission outlined the many concerns that CFA membership had over these proposed codes, as well as recommendations on how to formulate them with agriculture building in mind, including providing... Read More
March 31, 2024
Letter on Investing in Canadian Port Infrastructure
The CFA supports the analysis and recommendations contained in the Final Report of the National Supply Chain Task Force (the Report), including the Task Force’s vision of creating a connected, resilient and efficient supply chain system in Canada. In particular, the CFA supports the Report’s conclusions that “as Canada’s trade volumes continue to increase, investment in critical... Read More
March 7, 2024
Comments on the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership dairy Tariff Rate Quotas panel report implementation and other administration policy changes
CFA acknowledges that adjustments need to be made to comply with the findings of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) panel. At the same time, the CFA supports the Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) in requesting that any changes be limited only to those that are necessary to comply with the panel and doesn’t lead to... Read More