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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Meet the International Workers: Gary Dickson

Meet Gary Dickson. He’s originally from Trinidad and Tobago. 21 years ago, Marshall Schuyler, from Norfolk County, ON, recruited him to work on his farm. The opportunity changed his life. With the money he made as an international farm worker, Gary put his two kids...

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Update on Brexit from the Market Access Secretariat (AAFC)

On March 29, 2017, the United Kingdom (UK) invoked Article 50 of the Treaty on European Union (EU), initiating a 2-year period to negotiate terms of its exit from the EU. As a part of this process, the UK Parliament has passed legislation stating that it would leave...

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Survol des ateliers de 2019 sur l’usage limité

La gestionnaire de la protection des cultures du CCH, Caleigh Hallink-Irwin, a participé à l’atelier de 2019 sur l’usage limité qui s’est tenu à Gatineau (Québec) les 19 au 21 mars. Les participants provenaient de partout au Canada ainsi que du...

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