Issues Relating to the Horticultural Sector

On Thursday, November 2, 2023, the committee adopted the following motion:

That, in accordance with Standing Order 108(2), the committee undertake a study on the issues relating to the horticultural sector, insurance programs and federal assistance granted to the horticultural sector, which is more directly affected by climate hazards; that as part of this study, the committee address the effectiveness of insurance programs and the one-time assistance granted, as well as possible solutions to be developed for greater climate resilience, such as climate adaptation measures and programs to better support the horticultural sector in dealing with climate change; that the committee devote up to six meetings to this study; that the committee hear from witnesses on this issue; that it report its observations and recommendations to the House and that, in accordance with Standing Order 109, the committee request that the government table a comprehensive response to the report.