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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