Media Advisory

March 25, 2008
Agriculture Union

Community to call for action with one hundred Thunder Bay jobs on the line

(Thunder Bay) Representatives of the one hundred Thunder Bay area Canadian Grain Commission employees who stand to lose their jobs if new federal legislation is enacted will be joined by political and community representatives to launch a campaign to stand up for Thunder Bay.

When: Wednesday, March 26th at 9.30 AM
Where: PSAC office, Suite 109, 1205 Amber Drive

Legislation currently before parliament Bill C-39 will cripple the Canadian Grain Commission by eliminating “inward” weighing and inspection and other services in Thunder Bay and communities across Canada.

Bill C-39 poses a triple threat to Canada’s important grain sector. Reduced services and bonding will hit grain producers hard; a dramatic reduction in grain inspection will increase the risk of contaminants or bio hazards and will undermine Canada’s international reputation as a quality producer.

The Conservative Government introduced Bill C-39 despite the unanimous advice of an all-party House of Commons Committee which called for further analysis and study before proceeding with any changes to the Canadian Grain Commission. 

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Local 30 of the Agriculture Union – Public Service Alliance of Canada represents people who work at the Canadian Grain Commission in Thunder Bay.

For information:
Judith Monteith-Farrell PSAC regional representative, W (807) 345-8442, Cell (807) 628-3682

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