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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The Farm Game comic

Canadian farmers are under an ever-increasing amount of pressure due to changing government regulations and competition from U.S. and Mexican growers. Ironically, the federal government wants to grow Canada’s agricultural exports to $75 billion by 2025. It’s about...

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Labour Campaign Update – Video Shoot At SunTech Greenhouses

On Wednesday, May 9, CHC and Hyperactive initiated production on the international farm worker awareness campaign by filming at SunTech Greenhouses, near Ottawa. Owners Bob Mitchell, and his wife, Carmen, were very accommodating and generous with their time. They...

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Planter des graines pour l’avenir

Le 3 avril 2018, l’honorable Lawrence MacAulay, ministre canadien de l’Agriculture et de l’Agroalimentaire, a annoncé, en présence de chercheurs, d’employés et de partenaires du Centre pour la protection des végétaux de l’Agence canadienne d’inspection des aliments à...

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