Collective bargaining negotiations between CN, CPKC, and Teamsters Canada Rail Conference began in late 2023. Teamsters Canada Rail Conference represents 9000 railway workers at both CN and CPKC. The union …

Ministers of agriculture from the federal, provincial, and territorial governments met in Whitehorse, Yukon to discuss current issues affecting the sector. Before the meeting, Manitoba Agriculture sought feedback on key …

In July 2024, the Government of Manitoba began a consultation on improving the Disaster Financial Assistance program. This cost-sharing program between the federal and provincial governments provides financial assistance to …

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency undertook a consultation seeking feedback on proposed amendments to the Plant Breeders’ Rights Regulations. The Plant Breeders’ Rights Act and Regulations provide intellectual property rights …

Manitoba Environment and Climate Change sought feedback from stakeholders about updating the Netley-Grassmere-Willow Creek Integrated Watershed Management Plan. The plan covers a large area in the Interlake region, which contains …

The Government of Manitoba released its provincial budget in April 2024. KAP was involved in budget consultations and provided comments to the Minister of Finance regarding the upcoming budget. We …

The Government of Manitoba announced and presented the Fuel Tax Amendment Act in November 2023. These amendments would temporarily reduce the tax levied on gasoline, diesel and natural gas for motor …

In the past several years the agricultural crown lands leasing program has gone through a number of changes. The ag crown land leasing program is a key pillar in the …

Shortline railways are an important part of Manitoba’s transportation system. Operating and maintaining railways is extremely capital intensive. There exist limited public funds available geared towards shortlines. KAP brought up …