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Global Affairs Canada (Federal)
Canada, the US, and Mexico will review their trade agreement in 2026. The government wants to know what's working and what needs fixing. This is the second round of public input—the first happened in late 2024.
Why This Matters: Buy groceries? Drive a car? Work for a company that trades with the US or Mexico? This deal affects prices, jobs, and what products are available. If you've noticed supply chain issues or price swings, trade rules play a role.
Policy & Studies
Agriculture & Food
Economy & Jobs
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Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta wants to create a new law defining what can be called 'Alberta Whisky.' The government is asking distillers, farmers, and tourism groups what rules should apply—things like minimum aging time, where it must be distilled, and what ingredients...
Why This Matters: If you enjoy Alberta-made spirits, this could mean clearer labels and quality guarantees. Local distillers and grain farmers have a stake in how strict the rules are. Tourism operators see potential to market Alberta whisky like Scotland does Scotch.
Legislation
Agriculture & Food
Economy & Jobs
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Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Open until April 5, 2026
Health Canada wants to change how much sedaxane residue is allowed on food. Sedaxane is a fungicide used to protect seeds from disease. The agency is proposing to revoke the current limits, which would mean this pesticide could no longer be used on...
Why This Matters: Eat bread, cereal, or anything made from grains? This decision affects what pesticides can be used on those crops. If the limits are revoked, farmers would need to find alternatives. Food prices could shift depending on what replaces it.
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Health & Safety
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Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Open until April 19, 2026
Health Canada wants to keep approving prohexadione-calcium, a chemical that controls plant growth. It's used on apples, cherries, and strawberries to balance fruit production, and on golf courses and sports fields to manage grass growth. The agency...
Why This Matters: Eat apples, cherries, or strawberries? This chemical helps control how those fruits grow. Play golf or use sports fields? It's on the grass there too. Health Canada says it's safe when used properly, but if you have concerns about pesticides on your food or in public spaces, now's your chance to...
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Health & Safety
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Pest Management Regulatory Agency (Federal)
Open until April 11, 2026
Health Canada wants to set a maximum residue limit for 1-methylcyclopropene, a chemical used to keep fruits and vegetables fresh longer after harvest. This is a routine safety review to ensure any residues left on food are safe to eat.
Why This Matters: Ever wonder how apples stay crisp for months? Chemicals like this one slow down ripening. If you eat fresh produce, this decision affects what trace amounts are allowed on your food. The limit is meant to be safe, but you can weigh in if you have concerns.
Regulations & Permits
Agriculture & Food
Health & Safety