Policy & Advocacy

Submissions

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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

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

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Key Issues

CFA develops policy positions on issues of importance to the economic and social wellbeing of farmers and their families. Each year, we publish the CFA Policy Manual containing our current policy statements and resolutions passed during the previous three years at our annual meetings and semi-annual meetings. Also included are earlier resolutions which have been reaffirmed by the Federation.