Under the new Food-Link Fund, $1 billion will be invested in a Food Terminal Fund and a Food Hub Program.

The plan includes more laboratory capacity as well as worker training in Mexico

Several horticultural enterprises including blueberries, potatoes, cranberries and greenhouses were part of the week-long tour.

The Canadian and Ontario governments are offering $2M to small businesses for tools and technologies to improve food safety. Applications open October 19.

The Food Terminal Fund and Food Hub Program are designed to support expansion of whole food terminals and regional food hubs across Canada. Applications close December 11, 2026.