I had a great day today at the 105th annual
@IPMandRE
held at the Lindsay Ag Society fairgrounds. The weather was fine; it was nice to see a lot of familiar faces; important
#OntAg
issues & concerns were amplified; and I think I bested Ontario’s political leaders in the VIP
September 30th is
#NationalDayforTruthAndReconciliation
It is a day to reflect on the history and the impacts of residential schools and to honour the resilience of our Indigenous communities. It’s a reminder to listen, learn and support healing. 🧡
#everychildmatters
Another potential port strike looming!
#CanAg
will continue to be impacted is this labour dispute comes to fruition. There has to be a better way!
#AgricultureMatters
across Canada.
Another port strike looms on the horizon.The inability of port players to reach agreements typically results in bystanders being held hostage. Canada’s reputation as a reliable trade partner ends up tarnished. There has to be a better way. 🌾🚢
@SenateCA
Today in the
@SenateCA
I rose to recognize and celebrate the remarkable contributions of the Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program
@AALP
It is a program that has been instrumental in shaping the future of Ontario’s agriculture and food sectors since 1984
#agandruralmatters
A prolonged work stoppage by the Grain Workers Union in Vancouver could threaten our national food security. See the co-signed letter sent to Ministers outlining our concerns with another strike in the ag industry.
#agandruralmatters
@SenateCA
Great to be at the
@FoodBevCanada
reception last night. There are over 8,700 food and beverage manufacturers in Canada. They are crucial to our food supply chain and our Canadian economic landscape.
#agandruralmatters
@SenateCA
As farmers harvest their crops, they are heavily dependent on grain dryers. The carbon tax is an unncessary burden for them during this crucial time. Let's pass Bill
#C234
and provide much needed relief to our producers.
#cdnag
#cdnpoli
#SupportCDNFarmers
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#thinkAG
#ageducation
It was a great day to go to the
@AncasterFair
today… a 4-H beef show; 3, 4, & 6 horse hitch classes; helping to hand out ribbons and banners; and I even got to ride on a 4 horse hitch! Thanks
@Cathy_Lennon
and
@drew_spoelstra
for ‘looking after me so well’! And thanks to the 500
I was honoured to attend and participate in the unveiling of a new memorial that stands as a unique tribute, not only to the brave souls from
@LakefieldON
who made the ultimate sacrifice during WWII, but also to those who returned, carrying the weight of their experiences and the
On my way to Lakefield this morning, I stopped in at the Lindsay Farmers’ Market in
@kawarthalakes
and then had breakfast with my friend and mentor, Carman Hamilton. Thanks Carm, for the visit.
@FarmersMktsOnt
Yesterday I asked the Government Representative in the Senate a question about the 2019 Senate Agriculture and Forestry Report focused on growing Canada’s value-added food sector. Despite the many recommendations provided in the report, little progress has been made as
Last evening, I had the pleasure attending a presentation on
@VIDOInterVac
, Canada's Centre for Pandemic Research, based at the
@usask
. It was a pleasure to catch up with Amy Cronin, Chair of VIDO and an
@AALP
grad. Clearly, it is important that we remain vigilant and are
Great to attend the Canadian Cattle Association Fall BBQ. The beef industry contributes $21.8 billion to Canada’s GDP and supports 347,672 full time equivalent jobs. We must recognize and support our cattle industry.
#agandruralmatters
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