Support the passage of Bill C-280 in the Senate Bill C-280, the Financial Protection for Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Farmers Act, is currently under consideration in the Canadian Senate. The Bill has now been referred for consideration at the Senate ... Read More
Community News & Events
The OPMA Hires New President
“The Board is pleased to announce that Rebecca Harris has been selected as the new president of the OPMA. With over 15 years of association management experience, Rebecca brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the role. Her background includes ... Read More
Fresh Produce News You Can Use
The CPMA and the Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) are preparing for their annual Fall Harvest advocacy event on Parliament Hill! [Source: CPMA Member Bulletin September 19, 2023] “From November 20–22, 2023, CPMA and FVGC will hold ... Read More
Register for The OPMA’s Lobby Day 2023
Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2023 Location: Queen’s Park, Toronto RSVP: emilia@theopma.ca During The Ontario Produce Marketing Association's first ever Lobby Day, you will have the chance to meet with key decision-makers, including elected ... Read More
Save the Dates: Upcoming OPMA Events!
The OPMA Golf Tournament Lionhead Golf and Country Club, Brampton September 20, 2023 The OPMA's Inaugural Lobby Day Queen's Park, Toronto November 15, 2023 Goals of Lobby Day include: Introduction of and education for policymakers ... Read More
Fresh Produce Industry News – January 2023
CPMA Young Professional Award Nominations Are Now Open Do you know a young professional whose work deserves to be recognized? The call for nominations for the Young Professional Award is now open. Nominees for this award must meet the following ... Read More
Fresh Produce Industry Updates: October 2022
Update on Fall Harvest 2022 Ensure the voice of the Canadian produce sector is heard in Ottawa! From November 14-16, 2022, CPMA and FVGC will hold the annual Fall Harvest advocacy event in Ottawa. Fall Harvest 2022 will provide attendees ... Read More
Fresh Produce Industry News for Fall 2022
We've harvested a couple of our favourite reads for Fall 2022. Enjoy the bounty of great information for your fresh produce business! PTI Launches NEW! Traceability Technology Working Group There's a new Traceability Technology Working Group in ... Read More
Are You Supporting School Food Programs?
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) is aware of the generosity of its members in supporting school food programs in their regions. As the Government of Canada begins to study a nationally funded school food scheme, CPMA would like to ... Read More