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Food Safety First

In this age of global trade and factory produced food, and in the wake of the Maple Leaf Foods tragedy that left 23 dead and dozens ill, FoodSafetyFirst.ca advocates for more and better government inspection and less industry self-policing when it comes to food safety.

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Phoenix Pay System

While the government has announced that employees who have incurred financial expenses because of pay problems may submit a claim, Agriculture Union is encouraging members who have been financially impacted by Phoenix to file a grievance as well, so as to protect their rights.

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Latest News:

Larry Leng, past National President, passes away

Aug 28, 2020 | Union News

His abilities and commitment eventually saw him elected to two terms as National President, serving from 1993 to1999

Triennial Convention is postponed to August 2021

Aug 25, 2020 | Union News

Convention preparations will resume in late December

CFIA: Work in COVID-infected meat plants, or else

May 11, 2020 | News Release

CFIA is ordering its staff to work in facilities that are not safe, and without the proper personal protective gear.

Triennial Convention postponed due to COVID-19

May 6, 2020 | Union News

the dates have been pushed back to November 18-20

Handout to food processors misses the mark on worker safety

May 5, 2020 | News Release

The Prime Minister’s announcement today concerning safety in food processing plants completely misses the mark

JBS Canada is the latest meat packer to be infected by COVID-19

Apr 21, 2020 | News Release

Sixty-seven people associated with the operations of one of Canada’s largest beef slaughter facilities have tested positive for COVID-19

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National Association of Federal Retirees

Agriculture Union members are front-line defenders of public health, supporters of sustainable agriculture and guardians of a secure food chain. All share one common goal: to serve and protect the public interest.