Q&A: Canadian Organic Standard Review
- Nanki Saluja
- Jun 18
- 2 min read
Join the Conversation: Canadian Organic Standard Review Q&A – July 4
Date: Friday, July 4, 2025
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. CDT | 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. CST/MDT
Location: Online
The future of organic farming in Canada is being shaped right now—and your voice matters.
RSVP for the Information session below:
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As the 60-day public comment period for the 2025 draft of the Canadian Organic Standards gets underway, Manitoba Organics, SaskOrganics, and Organic Alberta are coming together to host a virtual Q&A session designed specifically for Prairie producers and stakeholders.
Why Attend?
Navigating the complexities of the Canadian Organic Standards—and understanding how proposed updates may affect your operation—can be overwhelming. This interactive session is your chance to get clarity, ask questions, and connect directly with the leaders and contributors behind the standard review.
What You’ll Learn
How the proposed changes to the Organic Standards might impact your farm or business
What you need to know before submitting feedback
Insights from those working behind the scenes on the review
Meet the Panel
You’ll hear from and have the chance to engage with:
Janine Gibson – Manitoba’s representative on the Organic Standards Review
Allison Squires – Organic producer (Upland Organics), Saskatchewan representative.
Marika Dewar-Norosky – Executive Director, Manitoba Organics
Deb Tuchelt – Executive Director, SaskOrganics
Tracey Smith – Executive Director, Organic Alberta. Alberta's representative.
Whether you’re a producer, processor, certifier, or just passionate about organic agriculture, this is your opportunity to get involved and help shape the future of organics in Canada.
Don’t Miss Out
Let’s strengthen organic together. Join us online on Friday, July 4 at 10:00 a.m. CDT / 9:00 a.m. CST/MDT.
Let’s ensure the Canadian Organic Standards reflect the needs and realities of Prairie producers. Your input makes a difference.