Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Our Statement

The Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada is committed to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We strive to create a welcoming and respectful environment that values the contributions of all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability, or other aspects of identity. We are committed to continuous learning and improvement to ensure that our organization and the industry we represent are inclusive and accessible to all.

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New Video: For my Son

Jul 9, 2019

We have just published the latest video in our Heartbeat international farm workers awareness campaign: "For my son."  Meet Kevin: His son has sickle cell anemia which requires costly medication monthly and travel to far towns to receive the treatment...

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New Video: For My Community

Jun 25, 2019

We have just published the latest video in our Heartbeat international farm workers awareness campaign: "For my community."  Did you know that the equivalent of one Canadian paycheck is equal to 8.5 pay checks in Jamaica (and many surrounding...

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Rencontrer des travailleurs internationaux: Gary Dickson

Apr 11, 2019

Voici Gary Dickson. Il est originaire de Trinidad et Tobago. Il y a 21 ans, Marshall Schuyler, du comté de Norfolk, en Ontario, l'a recruté pour travailler dans sa ferme. Cette opportunité a changé sa vie. Grâce à l'argent qu'il a gagné en tant que travailleur...

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