Food security is one of the most pressing challenges facing Canada today. We must strengthen agricultural development and food processing, transforming them into pillars of the national economy. As Chair of the Rural Caucus, I was proud to represent our rural communities at the National Caucus Retreat in Nanaimo. Rural industries, like farming, fishing, and mining, are essential to our economy’s foundation. We’re working towards a united vision that connects urban and rural communities—focused on feeding our nation, housing our people, and driving sustainable growth for a resilient future. Check out our key ideas that were discussed here to learn more about the path forward.