Canada’s food security is vital

At a time of global uncertainty, the upcoming budget is an chance for the government to make that vision a reality, and show Canadians that it truly understands the role agricultural producers play in growing Canada Strong.

The Liberal election platform, released just six months ago, stated that 'food security is about more than just ensuring there is enough food on our plates, it’s also about protecting Canada’s economic sovereignty.' The Nov. 4 budget is an opportunity to do just that, writes Massimo Bergamini. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY MASSIMO BERGAMINI

November 3, 2025

In the run-up to the Nov. 4 budget, Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced plans to hire 1,000 more border officers, to boost the RCMP by $1.8-billion to hire 1,000 additional Mounties, and to create a new financial crimes agency.

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