QSA's Week in Food (#8, 2024)
Bill C-252 advances in Senate; Lloydminster food trade barriers eased; Indigenous food programs funded; Canadian beef sector receives investment; GST break on holiday essentials proposed.
Start Date: 2024-11-23
End Date: 2024-11-29
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Senate Committee Advances Bill C-252 to Restrict Marketing to Children
The Standing Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology met on November 27 to discuss Bill C-252, which proposes amendments to the Food and Drugs Act aimed at prohibiting the marketing of food and beverages to children. The committee, chaired by Rosemary Moodie, conducted a clause-by-clause review. All proposed amendments were agreed upon, and procedural votes determined the approval of various clauses. This legislative move could significantly impact marketing strategies for food and beverage companies targeting young demographics.
Sources: ['Transcripts: senparlvu.parl.gc.ca']
