The NCI Kelowna 2026 “Are Farmers Safe In Canada” Hearings have concluded with great success!
Thank you to all!
We extend our sincere thanks to the witnesses who came forward to testify, often at personal and professional risk, and to the commissioners and lead counsel who gave their time, discipline, and attention to this hearing process.
Their contributions helped create a public record that Canadians can now examine for themselves.
Honouring Our Volunteer Team
Behind every hearing is a team of committed volunteers whose work is rarely seen but absolutely essential.
From logistics and hospitality to technical support, communications, registration, and on-site coordination, their dedication made these hearings possible. We are deeply grateful for their time, generosity, and steadfast service.
Finally thank you to all who attended in person and watched and shared the hearings on social media!
Now it is in your hands
The work continues for the NCI volunteers and commissioners who are now busy compiling all of the witness testimony, transcribing, gathering exhibits, creating video and audio and the critical Commissioners Reports for our elected representatives. Your help is also needed! Taking an active part in sharing this information on social media, at your events, and donating in small or large amounts is how we can help each other to create a better Canada. Take time to consider what action you will take now to ensure Canada’s future.
The National Citizens Inquiry convened the first special public hearing; “Are Farmers Safe in Canada” to examine urgent questions at the heart of Canada’s food legislative and regulatory system.
Henry Kissenger famously stated, “Who controls the food supply controls the people.”
Recent events, including the shutting down of agricultural research facilities and the highly publicized universal ostrich cull, have drawn international attention to the powers exercised by Canadian government authorities and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), placing a public spotlight on regulatory practices that can profoundly affect farmers, animals, and Canadians.
Join the National Citizens Inquiry as it convenes a Special Public Hearing to examine questions at the heart of Canada’s food and agricultural systems.
Hear testimony from farmers, ranchers, experts, and members of the public on food safety, regulation, enforcement practices, and the real-world impacts on livelihoods and communities.
This hearing will contribute to a public record examining how food and agricultural policies are developed, implemented, and enforced in Canada.
Canadians are invited to attend, observe, submit testimony, or support this work.
Public participation is essential to ensuring transparency, accountability, and informed public understanding.
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