As a result of their deliberations committees may make recommendations which they include in their reports for the consideration of the House of Commons or the Government. Recommendations related to this study are listed below.

Recommendation 1

That the Government of Canada introduce legislation amending section 45 of the Competition Act to prohibit cartel-like practices related to the purchase of goods and services, including wage-fixing agreements between competitors.

Recommendation 2

That the Government of Canada and the Competition Bureau support provinces and territories in the establishment of codes of conduct to address inequalities in bargaining power between food producers and grocers, including by hosting a first ministers’ meeting.

Recommendation 3

That the Government of Canada provide the Competition Bureau with the resources necessary to ensure the effective enforcement of the Competition Act.