Migrant Labour is Essential Labour

How much do you know about the people who put food on our tables? There are the farmers yes, but I'm talking about the people who pick and package our food. Canada's agriculture system depends on temporary migrant labour to keep our stores and shelves full with fresh fruit and vegetables, but despite being integral to our food supply chain they are not treated that way. We look into the history, policies and barriers to equitable rights and access for temporary migrant workers in Canada.

Migrant rights organizations you should learn more about and support!

• Migrant Rights Network
• UFCW: Agricultural Workers Alliance
• Migrant Resource Centre Canada
• Justice for Migrant Workers

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