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Law to Create a National Food Day

National Food Day Law

Introduced May 19, 2022·Last discussed May 11, 2023
Summary

This proposed law makes August 3rd of every year "Food Day in Canada". It's a day to celebrate food that is grown and made in Canada. It's also a day to thank Canadian farmers and food producers. This proposed law affects everyone who eats food. It also affects farmers, restaurants, and grocery stores. It gives them a special day to promote Canadian food. This proposed law matters because it encourages people to buy and eat local food. It supports Canadian farmers and the Canadian economy. It also raises awareness about the importance of Canadian agriculture.

Where This Lands on Key Issues

Where this proposed law falls on the policy spectrums that Canadians care about

Rural Communities & CultureIncrease rural investment

The bill explicitly celebrates Canadian food and farmers, which directly supports rural communities and agriculture, pushing it towards the +2 end of the spectrum.

This bill
Bill Quality
Weak

This proposed law simply declares a day to be known as "Food Day in Canada". It doesn't create any programs, change any rules, or allocate any money, so its impact is mostly symbolic.

Things to Watch For

  • The law doesn't explain what activities should occur on Food Day in Canada.
  • There is no funding attached to this law, so Food Day's success depends on voluntary efforts.
  • The law does not define who is responsible for promoting or organizing Food Day in Canada events.
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