Particularly in rural communities, Canada's hardworking farmers and food processors are the backbone of Canada's economy. Their work ensures families across Canada, and around the world, have safe, high-quality food on their tables.
Government has identified agriculture and agri-food as a key growth sector and we are committed to supporting our farmers and food processors with strategic investments that expand growth and create well-paying middle class jobs.
Member of Parliament for Kelowna — Lake Country, Stephen Fuhr congratulated Canada's Outstanding Young Farmers at their 2017 National Recognition event in Penticton, British Columbia, on behalf of Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister, Lawrence MacAulay.
MP Fuhr seized on the occasion to highlight the creation of 320 new jobs in the agriculture and agri-food sector through youth employment initiatives funded under Budget 2017. To date, over $3.05 million has been invested to help fund internships that provide youth with meaningful work experiences, elevating their chance at getting high-quality, well-paying jobs in the agriculture and agri-food sector.
Also highlighted was Minister MacAulay's recent announcement of a $1 billion investment in federal initiatives under the Canadian Agriculture Partnership. The Partnership will include support to help new and existing young farmers take a greater leadership role, build their business skills and share best practices for a stronger, more dynamic sector.
Source: https://www.canada.ca/
