Huron-Bruce MPP's private member's motion secures all-party support

Thursday, Oct. 8, in the Ontario Legislature, Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson saw her private member's motion "Growing Agri-Food Jobs," receive support from all three parties.

Industry stakeholders and politicians united in their agreement that all students in Ontario should be aware of the tremendous career opportunities linked to a key sector of the province's economy.
 

In her debate, Thompson encouraged education minister Liz Sandals to work with Ontario Agri-Food Education Inc. (OAFE).

 

The overwhelming support shared during the debate solidified the consensus that agri-food careers should be embedded into the existing Grade 9 and 10 career and guidance curriculum. 

 

"This is not about creating a new program," said Thompson. "It's about utilizing the expertise at Ontario Agri-Food Education and building on the curriculum already in place."



Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson (L) is joined by OAFE executive director Colleen Smith to discuss the importance of including agri-food careers in the existing Grades 9 and 10 career and guidance curriculum; photo courtesy of Thompson's office