Regina – Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan announced $18 million to support Prairie Diagnostic Services in Saskatchewan over the next 5 years under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP). This investment supports the organization and the work they provide in disease diagnosis, surveillance, research and supporting animal health and welfare. Prairie Diagnostic Services is a veterinary diagnostic laboratory located …
Ottawa – Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Marie-Claude Bibeau, and Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, Mary Ng, released the following joint statement in response to the United States’ requested dispute settlement consultations with Mexico under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). These consultations are in regard to measures outlined in Mexico’s Presidential decree that …
Sherbrooke – Aquatic invasive species pose a serious threat to Canada’s waters, economy and society. When species are introduced to areas outside their native environment, they can grow quickly, compete with other species and alter habitats, causing serious ecological harm in our waters. Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, launched the new Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention …
Gatineau – While visiting La Trappe à Fromage de l’Outaouais, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Marie-Claude Bibeau, along with the Member of Parliament for Gatineau, Steven MacKinnon, announced an investment of up to $1,548,800 for the company to increase production capacity and productivity. This investment, under the Supply Management Processing Investment Fund, will help La Trappe à Fromage de …
Ottawa – In recognition of the significant financial challenges facing Canadian producers, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Marie-Claude Bibeau, confirmed that the interest-free limit of the Advance Payments Program has been increased from $250,000 to $350,000 for the 2023 program year, effective May 8, 2023. This is the portion of advances on which the Government of Canada pays the …
Saskatoon – The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan announced $250,000 in funding today as part of a $1.7 million project to increase co-packing capacity at the Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre in Saskatoon. The co-packing project is comprised of a combination of new capital, in-kind and cash contributions from sources that include Prairie Economic Development Canada and industry stakeholders. The …
Regina – The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan have announced $19.5 million for an enhanced Pest Biosecurity Program through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. The 5-year Pest Biosecurity Program will be delivered by the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM). Funding is available to rural municipalities and First Nations to provide resources to help deal with invasive agricultural crop pests, …
Ottawa – Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced updated guidance for seed regulations that will provide clear direction for plant breeders so that Canadian farmers can access new seed varieties, enhance sustainable food production and be more resilient in the face of today’s challenges. The Government of Canada is also strengthening transparency measures for products of plant breeding …
Ottawa – Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, concluded a successful one-week trade mission to Japan and Singapore. The mission underscored one of the Government of Canada’s top priorities under the Indo Pacific Strategy (IPS): to expand our partnerships and trade relationships in this region. Throughout the outreach, Minister Bibeau took part in conversations with her international counterparts and …
Ottawa – Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Marie-Claude Bibeau announced that the Government of Canada has regained market access to Guatemala for Canada’s pork, beef and poultry products. Guatemala had closed access to its market for Canadian meat products in December 2013, due new requirements to inspect facilities in Canada for approval of exports. Since 2013, the Canadian Food Inspection …
