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Advocacy in Action: Canada Organic Trade Association’s Organic Summit & Parliament Day 2024

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Advocacy in Action: Canada Organic Trade Association’s Organic Summit & Parliament Day 2024

Time: November 18, 2024 at 9am to November 19, 2024 at 4pm
Location: Delta Hotel's Ottawa city center
Street: 101 lyonst.N,
City/Town: Ottawa, Ontario
Website or Map: https://canada-organic.ca/en/…
Phone: 613-482-1717 ext. 206
Event Type: organic, summit
Organized By: Canada Organic Trade Association
Latest Activity: Nov 5, 2024

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The Canada Organic Trade Association’s (COTA) flagship event, The Canada Organic Trade Association’s (COTA) flagship event, the Organic Summit, will take place on Monday, November 18, 2024, in Ottawa, followed by a members-only Advocacy Day happening on Tuesday, November 19. Dive into this hybrid event which offers inspiring presentations, engaging talks, and networking opportunities focused on the organic market and scientific insights, with cutting edge research unveiled. 

Nine expert speakers share valuable insights tailored for Canada’s organic businesses. 

• NielsenIQ provides insights on how organic fits into the challenges of affordability
• Export Development Canada presents on the organic market opportunity
• Rodale Institute presents scientific research on nutrient density of organic 
• ...and much more!

“With this year’s Organic Summit and Parliament Day, we’re bringing together a powerful lineup of industry experts to address key challenges and growth opportunities within Canada’s organic sector. As we work toward implementing Canada’s Organic Action Plan, this event will inspire our sector to drive forward sustainable practices, support biodiversity, and enhance human and soil health through organic leadership.” - Tia Loftsgard, Executive Director of COTA.

The Organic Summit is an opportunity for all to learn about Organic farming as an impactful approach to production and processing. Organic prioritizes sustainability, actively addressing climate change and ecological health, by fostering clean waterways, enhancing biodiversity, and promoting robust human and soil health, organic practices are fundamental to a resilient environment. Certified organic products, backed by a stringent third-party regulated and audited system under the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, guarantee that rigorous, science-based production standards are upheld, offering consumers trusted assurance of quality and environmental stewardship.

To encourage widespread coverage and elevate the conversation around Canada’s growing organic sector, COTA is pleased to offer complimentary online media passes to the 2024 Organic Summit. This exclusive opportunity invites journalists, reporters, and media representatives to join industry experts and thought leaders with insights on organic market trends, scientific breakthroughs, and policy advocacy. With access to insightful presentations, data-driven sessions, and advocacy insights, media attendees can gain a deeper understanding of the industry’s challenges and advancements while contributing to the visibility and influence of Canada’s organic movement.

Learn more about the Organic Summit and see the full line-up of speakers in the Organic Summit 2024 program.
Thank you to our Gold Level Organic Summit sponsors: EDC, Nature’s Path Organic Foods, and Riverside Natural Foods Ltd.

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