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New Express Entry Immigration Category for Agriculture

A new category for those working in agriculture and agri-food occupations has been added to Canada’s Express Entry immigration program, a Sept. 27 news release said. The first round of invitations for agriculture and agri-food occupations through category-based selection in Express Entry will occur this week.

“Addressing labour shortages is crucial to maintain the sector’s ability to produce and process food at this scale for Canadians and export markets around the world. This is an exciting step toward welcoming more skilled farm and food workers to our country,” Marc Miller, Canadian minister of immigration, refugees and citizenship, said in the release.

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Breakfast on the Farm - Brussels

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Join us for Breakfast on the Farm at Cranbrook Farms in Brussels on Saturday, July 25!

Hosted by the Terpstra family, this is your chance to step on the farm and experience Ontario agriculture firsthand.

?? Tour a modern dairy farm and see a rotary milking parlour.
?? See tractors and big farm equipment.
?? Get up close to farm animals.
?? Enjoy delicious ice cream and an all-Ontario breakfast.
?? Explore interactive exhibits and connect with the farmers who grow and raise your food.

Bring your family, your friends, and your curiosity for a fun-filled morning on the farm!