Bill C-280 Has Passed Third Reading Great news! On Tuesday, December 10th, Bill C-280, Financial Protection for Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Farmers Act was passed at Third Reading in the Senate and is now waiting Royal Assent to become law. As you know, Bill C-280 establishes a critical financial protection mechanism, a deemed trust, for … Read more
Each year, The Ontario Produce Marketing Association (OPMA) honours individuals and organizations in five award categories for their outstanding accomplishments and contributions to our great industry. These prestigious awards are presented at the OPMA Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony November 22, 2024. The awards include: Cory Clack-Streef Produce Person of the Year Award OPMA Fresh … Read more
Proud sponsor of The OPMA – again! This year we are once again supporting The Ontario Produce Marketing Association as a Silver Sponsor for their Golf and Gala Events. Sponsoring the OPMA provides an opportunity to promote your brand at Golf Day, Awards Gala, and on our digital platforms. The OPMA provides a range of … Read more
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 Banking Committee, with Committee meetings to follow in the coming weeks. If passed, Bill C-280 … Read more
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 regarding Ontario’s produce sector Establish and deepen relationships with officials Advocate for policy changes that benefit our membership Raise our … Read more
We’re supporting The Ontario Produce Marketing Association again this year as a Silver Sponsor for The OPMA’s Golf and Gala Events. Why Become a Sponsor of The OPMA? The OPMA provides a range of sponsorship packages designed to fit your business to business (B2B) and business to consumer (B2C) marketing goals. Learn more about The … Read more
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 criteria: Be Canadian Be under 40 years old Demonstrate a passion for produce Be currently … Read more
2022 Canadian Marketplace Report CPMA has released their third edition (2022) of the Canadian Marketplace Report, the only market study that features the most recent data specific to the Canadian fresh produce industry from farm gate to the consumer. This annual market study provides in-depth and comprehensive insights into consumer trends, economic indicators including the … Read more
From OPMA Fresh Expressions May 2022 Edition: The Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada shared an FBI notification informing Food and Agriculture sector partners that ransomware actors may be more likely to attack agricultural cooperatives during critical planting and harvest seasons, disrupting operations, causing financial loss, and negatively impacting the food supply chain. Since 2021, multiple agricultural … Read more
We’re pleased to announce that once again WaudWare is a Silver Sponsor of The Ontario Produce Marketing Association (OPMA) Golf & Gala Events. What does The OPMA do for the fresh produce industry? Inform – Act as a comprehensive source of information for all produce sold in Ontario. Connect – Create opportunities for building collaborations within the … Read more
Join OPMA’s Industry Connect & AGM Summer 2022 on June 15th themed “Connecting Again”. There are plans for a day filled with exciting and value-added business and networking events, commencing at The Hilton Garden Inn at Niagara-on-the-Lake and culminating in a summer evening in the vineyard at the beautiful Cave Spring winery. To purchase tickets and … Read more
We’re always happy when businesses in the fresh produce industry join The Ontario Produce Marketing Association. December’s new members included: Costco Wholesale Canada, ForageGirl Fiddleheads, and FreshWagon Market Inc. FreshWagon Market Inc. is celebrating by offering OPMA members $10 off any Fresh Box or Fresh Festive Gift box with Promo Code: OPMA10. Sweet! What a … Read more
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