Mr. Speaker, I rise to present a petition in this place from constituents of Saanich—Gulf Islands who are calling on the House to consider the international plight of small family farmers, many of whom are women, who in a very work-intensive, labour-intensive activity collect and save their own seeds. The petitioners ask that the government's international aid strategies support such small family farmers, recognize their vital role in the fight against poverty, and ensure that Canadian policies and programs support the right of small family farmers to preserve, use, and freely exchange seeds.
In the House of Commons on February 28th, 2018. See this statement in context.