Conference and Annual General Meeting
The Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada holds an annual Conference and AGM once a year. It provides an opportunity for our community to come together and discuss important industry events and topics.
About Our Conference and AGM
FVGC’s Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM) takes place over three days in early March every year. As an opportunity for Canada’s produce sector to come together from coast to coast, it is a highlight in the horticultural community’s calendar.
Members bring forth and vote on resolutions, elect the Board of Directors and committee chairs and discuss key issues that will affect FVGC’s advocacy over the upcoming year.
Upcoming Conferences and AGMs
Ottawa: March 8-11, 2027
More information in Fall 2026
Previous AGMs
Virtual 2022
Virtual 2021
Ottawa 2020
Halifax 2019
Ottawa 2018
Winnipeg 2017
Ottawa 2016
Quebec City 2015
Latest News
Dive into our News section to keep up-to-date with the latest in the fresh produce sector. Here, you’ll find press releases and important updates on our advocacy efforts, keeping you informed on issues that matter to our industry.
Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada Names Mathew Perry as Manager, Policy and Communications
OTTAWA, ON – The Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) have hired Matthew Perry as Manager, Policy and Communications, effective Sept. 14. In this role, Perry will develop policy in close collaboration with members and oversee communications to support a...
Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada Names Stephen Heckbert as Executive Director
Former Canadian Pork Council CEO to lead national advocacy organization effective Sept. 8. OTTAWA, ON – The Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) has appointed Stephen Heckbert as its new Executive Director, effective Sept. 8. Stephen brings more than 25 years...
Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada Welcome National Food Security Strategy
OTTAWA, ON – The Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) welcomes the release of Canada’s first National Food Security Strategy. Today’s announcement is an important recognition of what FVGC has long advocated: food security depends on Canada’s ability to grow...