The Canadian General
Standards Board requires sector consultation and charges a fee for updates.
“This announcement means
the organic industry in Canada can breathe a sigh of relief,” said Simon
Jacques, a board member for the Organic Council of Ontario.
“Without the review, the
Canada Organic brand would be on a very shaky foundation. We’re all pleased to
hear that this government is willing to support and improve what we have all
worked so hard to create and maintain,” he said.
He is Ontario’s representative
to the national organic-industry body.
