It could be as late as June before British Columbia farms are declared free of the avian flu, but recovering from the international trade implications may take far longer, an expert warns.
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Canada’s global trade deficit grew in December
February 21, 2015
Statistics Canada says the country’s merchandise trade deficit with the world grew from $335 million in November to $649 million in December.
The agency says the deficit increased as merchandise imports rose by 2.3 per cent in December and exports rose 1.5 per cent...
Minister Ritz Heading to Washington to Reinforce Canada's Firm Stance on COOL
February 21, 2015
Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz is leading an industry delegation to Washington, D.C., this week to reinforce Canada's position on United States (U.S.) Country of Origin Labelling (COOL) to key industry coalitions and members of the newly elected U.S. House and Senate...
Auto Sector Revival?
February 15, 2015
Search for a gloomy article about Canada’s post-crisis experience, and you’re bound to see mention of the auto sector. Beyond the super-sized bailouts, the sector has struggled, with commentators blaming Dutch disease, competitiveness and productivity issues, corporate welfare and other macro- and micro-factors for the poor performance.
EICS Message: Softwood Lumber quota for February 2015
February 11, 2015
Please be advised that as the prevailing monthly price for February 2015 exceeds US $355. Charges and volume restraints under the Softwood Lumber Agreement will not be applicable during the month of February 2015.