Sense of “urgency” needed for railways, union to make a deal before potential strike date of Aug. 22
“What it does do is give some certainty now that we’re looking at August 22 for a strike,” said Daryl...
Labour board ruling clears path for dual CN and CPKC rail stoppage on or after August 22
The WG was one of a dozen organizations that sent an urgent letter on August 9 to Prime Minister Justin...
Farm Groups hope railways and workers can reach a deal before a possible strike occurs
In a news release, the Wheat Growers were critical of former Minister O’Regan’s handling of the issue. “It is unbelievable...
Membership crisis rocks Cereals Canada
The Wheat Growers Association has attacked the plans for the GATE, highlighting the large amounts of vacant office space in...
Minister O’Regan Can Resolve the Rail Strike Immediately
The Wheat Growers Association is calling upon the Hon. Seamus O’Regan, Minister of Labour, to provide strong leadership in addressing...
Wheat growers question need for new building
The Wheat Growers want to take this opportunity to change the narrative on how your money is being spent as...
Farmers will take hit from capital gains tax changes, Commons committee told
“This policy inadvertently targets farmers who produce food to meet domestic and global demand and, as small businesses that are...
Gunter Jochum Presents to Finance Committee re: Capital Gains Tax
WG President Gunter Jochum presenting to the Federal Finance Committee re: capital gains tax and its implications on family farm.
Wheat Growers Urge Minister to Prevent Rail Strike
Daryl Fransoo, the association’s chair, emphasized the urgency for the minister to mediate between the union and railway companies to...
National Rail Strike A Possibility
Strike action of the 9000 union members could cause devastating effects on the producers in the nation, as Wheat Growers...