The Montreal SPCA's new 'poster pig' Monday, August 4, 2014 Back in May, a pig found wandering by the roadside was taken to the Montreal SPCA. The female pig was less than a month old, with clipped teeth and tail, leading the SPCA to believe she was most likely on her way to slaughter and fell off a truck. Now the SPCA is hoping Rosalie will become a poster pig that encourages consumers to think twice before buying pork from a "factory farm."You can read Rosalie's story in a press release on the SPCA website. Alanna Devine, director of Animal Advocacy at the Montreal SPCA, says in the release: "We want to raise awareness of factory farming practices so that consumers can make informed decisions regarding their food choices, and we want the public to meet Rosalie so that they realize that pigs are just as intelligent as our pet dogs."The invitation was extended to members of the press, and CTV News was among those who covered the story. They took their cameras to Rosalie's new home, Ruby Ranch Pig Sanctuary in Kenilworth, Ont. Ruby Ranch cares for 22 rescue pigs, including Bardot, a piglet found roaming the roadside near London, Ont. BP Bacon festivals which run out of bacon Behind the Lines - August 2014
Canada Pens Potash Deal with Bangladesh Friday, September 11, 2026 Canada has taken another step to strengthen its position in global agriculture with a new government-to-government potash supply agreement with Bangladesh. Announced by Minister of International Trade Maninder Sidhu, the agreement will provide Canadian potash to the Bangladesh Agricultural... Read this article online
Canada Backs AI Tools for Smarter Vineyards Friday, September 11, 2026 A new federal investment of up to $1.69 million will support the development of advanced machine learning and computer vision technology designed toassistgrape growers. The funding is being provided through theAgriScienceProgram under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, a... Read this article online
Cleanfarms Names New Western Canada Director Friday, September 11, 2026 Cleanfarmshas announced the appointment ofDavin Johnsonas its new Director of Western Canada. Johnson steps into the role with extensive experience in agricultural recycling, stewardship programs, and farm sustainability initiatives. His appointment reflects the organization's commitment to... Read this article online
Festival celebrates migrant workers in Leamington Friday, September 11, 2026 The Festival of Guest Nations will mark its 20th anniversary on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at Seacliff Park in Leamington, Ontario, bringing together migrant workers, local residents, community organizations, and service providers for a day focused on culture, community, and... Read this article online
El Niño Forecast Signals Warm Fall Across Canada Friday, September 11, 2026 According to the Weather Network, the El Niño is strengthening and is expected to become one of the most significant events on record, raising questions about how the climate pattern could influence Canada’s fall weather and the end to the growing season for producers. With El Niño... Read this article online