Downtown Diner celebrates the commitment of poultry, egg and dairy farmers to Canada's food security

OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 3, 2024 - Today marked a special celebration of Canada's poultry, dairy and egg farmers with the unique Downtown Diner pop-up on Sparks Street in Ottawa. The event, which invited Parliamentarians and the Ottawa community to try dishes and refreshments made with local ingredients, showcased the dedication of these farmers in supporting Canada's food security.

Farmers representing Egg Farmers of Canada, Chicken Farmers of Canada, Turkey Farmers of Canada, Canadian Hatching Egg Producers and Dairy Farmers of Canada took part in the event and answered questions about farming and agriculture. Farmers also took the occasion to discuss government policies and legislation that ensure Canada can continue to prioritize a strong national food system, such as Bill C-282 (supply management). The support was overwhelming with over a thousand attendees dropping by the pop-up diner to meet farmers and show their support for made-in-Canada food.

Through supply management, poultry, egg and dairy farmers work together to ensure a stable and predictable supply of local poultry, egg and dairy products, all while delivering essential benefits to Canadians. Supply management supports thriving rural economies and local infrastructure and ensures that young people can see a future in farming. Not only does supply management allow Canada to produce enough food to feed Canadians year-round, it also delivers on Canadians' values and priorities by offering high-quality food that is locally produced. A direct benefit of supply management is that there are farmers and farm families across the country who ensure Canadians have reliable access to poultry, egg and dairy products.

The Downtown Diner is just one way Canada's poultry, egg and dairy farmers are helping Canadians learn about where their food comes from and the tools they use to support the food security of our country.

Visit eggfarmers.ca, chickenfarmers.ca, turkeyfarmersofcanada.ca, chep-poic.ca and dairyfarmersofcanada.ca to learn more about Canada's poultry, egg and dairy sectors and how they are prioritizing our national food system.