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Mar 21

Opinion: Stop the panic buying; food supply chains are safe

By admin Advocacy, Industry Affairs, Policy Agenda

Published in the Edmonton Journal March 21/20 https://edmontonjournal.com/opinion/columnists/opinion-no-need-to-hoard-our-food-supply-chain-is-safe-and-secure/wcm/e494ee2f-1513-46e6-a60e-e2609617d3b2/ Toilet paper shelves are nearly empty at an Edmonton grocery store in the Terwillegar area on March 3, 2020. SHAUGHN BUTTS / SunMedia As…

Mar 21

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Letter from Dairy Farmers of Canada

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March 21, 2020 Mr. Shurrie, I want to thank you for our discussion today, in particular on DFC’s concerns as they relate to the lack of clarity from government on…

Mar 20

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Resources for Food Retailers and Manufacturers

By admin Advocacy, Industry Affairs, News

Here are Coronavirus resources for food retailers and manufacturers that sit in front of IGD's paywall: https://retailanalysis.igd.com/Trends/Coronavirus-COVID-19 All news items are open to view and track developments globally, ideas of…

Mar 20

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Extension of permitted retail alcohol sale hours

By admin Advocacy, Industry Affairs, News, Policy Agenda

During this extraordinary and challenging time, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) shares everyone’s concerns about the toll the outbreak of this virus is taking on our communities…

Mar 19

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Ministry of Health (ON) COVID-19 Guidance for Food Premises Best Practices Summary Sheet

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Please find attached the updated COVID-19 Summary Sheet. Updates have been made to "How to protect yourself and others": How to protect yourself and others There are everyday actions that…

Mar 19

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Ontario Food Terminal COVID-19 Protocol – Revised March 19, 2020

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Ontario Food Terminal Board 165 the Queensway Toronto, Ontario M8Y 1H8 Phone: (416) 259-5479 Fax: (416) 259-4303 Email: info@oftb.com Website: www.oftb.com Ontario Food Terminal COVID-19 Protocol (Revised March 19, 2020…

Mar 19

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COVID-19 Government Updates

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Below is the update we received from the Federal government that is sent to key stakeholders. It contains some helpful information and links to new initiatives and policies announced yesterday. …

Mar 18

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Amendments made to the Food Premises Regulation

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Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to provide you with several updates in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and items related to the recent amendments made to the Food Premises Regulation,…

Mar 18

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Independent Grocers Meeting Coronavirus Challenge Across Canada

By admin Advocacy, News

With the declaration of the Coronavirus as a pandemic, the subsequent bans on large mass gatherings, the closing of schools, many other facilities and events—Canadians have become increasingly concerned about…

Mar 18

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Prime Minister announces more support for workers and businesses through Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan

By admin Advocacy, Features, News, Press Releases

We are providing the details of the announcement made today by the Prime Minister with respect to additional support measures being brought forward. There are additional links at the bottom…

Advocacy

Opinion: Stop the panic buying; food supply chains are safe

Letter from Dairy Farmers of Canada

Resources for Food Retailers and Manufacturers

Extension of permitted retail alcohol sale hours

Ministry of Health (ON) COVID-19 Guidance for Food Premises Best Practices Summary Sheet

Ontario Food Terminal COVID-19 Protocol – Revised March 19, 2020

COVID-19 Government Updates

Amendments made to the Food Premises Regulation

Independent Grocers Meeting Coronavirus Challenge Across Canada

Prime Minister announces more support for workers and businesses through Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan

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