Bill 156, the Security from Trespass and Protecting Food Safety Act, 2020 strengthens protections for farm families, agri-food employees, animals and the food system while maintaining the right to public, peaceful protests.…
Community
OFA is actively engaged in the agricultural community across the province. OFA’s community section highlights organizational news, farm success stories, member engagement events, county federation news, surveys and much more.
Information and resources on COVID-19
During the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is closely monitoring updates and recommendations from government and public health officials. We understand that these are uncertain and challenging times…
OFA Regional Meetings 2020
Connecting virtually for this year’s OFA Regional Meetings OFA’s 2020 Regional Meeting season for members across the province is underway. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, OFA is conducting this year’s regional meetings…
New website shares how Bill 156 protects the agri-food sector
Bill 156, the Security from Trespass and Protecting Food Safety Act, 2020, is intended to protect farmers, their families, livestock, agri-food workers, and the entire food supply chain from incidents of trespass…
Support for livestock transport drivers and the agri- food supply chain
Individuals who “stop, hinder, obstruct or otherwise interfere with a motor vehicle transporting farm animals” can be fined as of September 2, 2020. The Ontario government proclaimed four key sections under the…
Northern Ontario Plastics Disposal Pilot Project
The Northern Ontario Plastics Disposal Pilot Project is a three-year collaboration between the Northern Caucus of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture and the Northern Ontario Farm Innovation Alliance. The pilot aims to…
An open letter to OFA members regarding the freedom-of-information decision
Dear OFA members, We, as the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA), understand your frustration and sincerely share your concerns regarding the freedom-of-information (FOI) decision made by Ontario’s Ministry of Agriculture, Food and…
Feeding Your Future launches new website
The Feeding Your Future initiative is proud to officially launch its new website – feedingyourfuture.ca. Feeding Your Future aims to connect agri-food employers to current job seekers, to help fill the labour…
OFA extends Farm Safety Photo Contest until September 1
OFA has extended the deadline for the Farm Safety Photo Contest until September 1, 2020. Farm families across Ontario are invited to submit their entries showcasing farm and road safety at work…
Apply today for OFA’s 2020 bursary program
For the fifth year in a row, the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is offering three bursaries in the amount of $2,000 per recipient. Students of OFA families, who are entering or…