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Grain workers at the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest port, have initiated a strike over disputes regarding working hours and pay. The Grain Workers Union, Local 333, issued a 72-hour strike notice, which came into effect on Tuesday at 7:00 AM Pacific Time. This industrial action impacts several major grain terminals in the region. Last…

The Government of Alberta is accepting applications for a grant focusing on the province’s rangelands. The Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP) is now open for the 2024-25 fiscal year. Dedicated to promoting the conservation and long-term sustainability of Alberta’s rangelands, the program funds collaborative projects with partners and stakeholders across the province. These projects aim to:…

With government regulations affecting beef production in other countries, it is crucial for Canada to adopt sustainable beef practices to maintain and grow our beef markets. Currently, Canada lacks a national benchmark of practices used by backgrounding and finishing operations, which can lead to uncertainty about current practices. To address this, the Canadian Benchmark survey…

The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), has announced the members of the third cohort of the Canadian Agricultural Youth Council (CAYC). This new cohort includes nine fresh faces and 13 returning members from the second cohort, all set to serve 18-month terms. The CAYC, established in 2020, serves as a…

Editors note: After date of publishing, the closing date has been extended by one week from September 25, 2025 to October 2, 2024. The Alberta Agricultural Products Marketing Council (Council) is inviting applications for three new members to join its team. The Council, established under the Marketing of Agricultural Products Act (MAPA), plays a crucial…

The Canadian government has introduced the School Food Infrastructure Fund (SFIF) and the next phase of the Local Food Infrastructure Fund (LFIF) as part of a $62.9-million allocation in Budget 2024. These programs aim to support community-based not-for-profit organizations in improving local food security for Canadians of all ages. Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada,…

In a move to address the growing water demands and potential drought risks in central Alberta, the provincial government has announced a feasibility study for a new reservoir east of Red Deer. The initiative aims to bolster water storage capacity for communities, businesses, and agricultural operations in the region. The proposed reservoir on the Red…

Government of Canada Labour Minister, Steven MacKinnon, is pushing for resolution, and an end to the rail labour stoppage. Under Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code, MacKinnon announced he has “directed the Canada Industrial Relations Board to assist the parties in settling the outstanding terms of their collective agreements by imposing final binding arbitration.”…