“These are important days for our industry,” explained René Roy, the Chair of the CPC. “By joining forces with the Canadian Meat Council, we presented a united front to advocate for the priorities of the Canadian pork sector. Our conversations emphasized the urgent need to address challenges like ASF, expand trade opportunities, and agriculture’s unique labour needs, priorities that are crucial for sustaining and growing our industry. We look forward to continuing to work with policymakers to advance these priorities.”
This year’s joint effort between the CPC and CMC underscored the commitment to building strong relationships with policymakers and amplifying the voice of Canada’s pork industry.
“Our joint lobby day showcased the power of collaboration,” stated Chris White, President and Chief Executive Officer of CMC, and Canada Pork. “Together, we were able to effectively spotlight issues affecting both producers and processors in a way that demonstrates our industry’s cohesive vision for the future. We are grateful to all the parliamentarians and officials who joined us and look forward to building on these discussions.”
The event culminated in the annual PorkFest reception, where members of the CPC and the CMC were joined by government officials and industry representatives to celebrate the dedication of Canadian pork producers.
The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, attended the reception and spoke to the audience about his support for the Canadian pork sector. The event also hosted John Barlow, the Shadow Minister for the Official Opposition, and many other Parliamentarians and industry friends.