AIC’s Parliamentary Updates brings you weekly summaries and analysis of what’s happening on Parliament Hill that is relevant to the agriculture and agricultural research community.

Thursday, 09 January 2025

Government Announcements and House of Commons and Senate Proceedings

A new session of Parliament will begin on March 24, 2025.

Last Week’s Top Stories

Government Announcements

December 13 – Agri-food and beverage lab expanding testing across Atlantic Canada. The Government of Canada is investing to upgrade and expand an agri-foods analytical lab in Wolfville, which provides vital testing and quality control services for the region’s growing wine, craft beverage and food industries. For more information, click here.

December 13 – Minister Vandal announces appointment of key Nutrition North Canada Advisory Board members. The Minister of Northern Affairs welcomed Mr. McKinley Winters to the position of Chair of the Nutrition North Canada Advisory Board and Ms. Mavis Cli-Michaud as a board member for a three-year term. For more information, click here.