CFIA invites comment on food safety action plan Wednesday, July 3, 2013 by SUSAN MANN People have until Nov. 30 to comment on various aspects of the federal government’s proposals to revamp the country’s food safety system. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency held the first stage of consultations June 4 at a forum in Ottawa. The consultations are continuing online and people can provide feedback through the consultations section of the CFIA’s website. CFIA spokesperson Lisa Murphy says by email the forum was designed to begin the consultations on several key food safety and consumer protection proposals under the Safe Food for Canadians Action Plan and to explain to those attending the forum how the proposals are related. The action plan’s aim is to strengthen and modernize Canada’s food safety system. She says the forum participants discussed: A single consistent approach to food inspection A new food regulatory framework Regulations for imported food sector products Strategies to promote compliance New approaches to regulation. The CFIA has designed consultations for four areas: how compliance is promoted, the regulatory framework, specific regulations and the food labelling system. BF Ontario seeks AgriRecovery aid to help Bradford Marsh growers Agriculture ministers' meeting takes place this month
Canadian Grain and Pork Sectors Join Others in Sound Alarm Over AAFC Research Cuts Wednesday, February 18, 2026 The Grain Growers of Canada (CGC), the Canadian Pork Council (CPC), and Swine Innovation Porc (SIP) are expressing serious concern following recently announced staff reductions and facility closures or consolidations within Agriculture and Agri‑Food Canada (AAFC). The groups warn that... Read this article online
Kelle Neufeld Appointed New General Manager of Ontario Fruit & Vegetable Convention Tuesday, February 17, 2026 The Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Convention (OFVC), whose annual convention is February 18 and 19, has named Kelle Neufeld as its new General Manager, effective May 1, 2026. Neufeld brings more than 12 years of experience in the Canadian agriculture sector, with a career focused on strengthening... Read this article online
Growing Home with BASF Opens 2026 Nominations Monday, February 16, 2026 After strong community engagement in 2025, BASF Agricultural Solutions Canada is inviting Canadians to take part once again as nominations open for the 2026 Growing Home with BASF program. Now entering its fourth year, the initiative continues to support organizations that play an... Read this article online
OPP Wrangle Runaway Horses Monday, February 16, 2026 Earlier this month, Lambton County residents saw a bit of unexpected horsepower trotting through Enniskillen Township—minus the engine. According to OPP West Region, officers were called out to rescue a loose horse that had taken itself on a brisk winter outing. Under the... Read this article online
Bonnefield joins Canadian Agriculture Investment Coalition Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Bonnefield Financial Inc. announced its participation in a new investment coalition focused on strengthening Canada’s agriculture and food industry. The coalition, brought together by Farm Credit Canada, includes more than 20 investment organizations. Together, they are prepared to invest... Read this article online