In most provinces it’s illegal to sell the most local of meats. Jacob Richler says it’s time to rewrite the rules
XL Foods’ bad beef has affected only 15 people, and all are alive and well
The Scene. Shortly before the farce was laid bare before the House yesterday, Stephen Harper stood and offered an important clarification on the contractual obligations of the Minister of Agriculture.
Over the weekend XL Foods laid off 2,000 workers, thus bringing a halt to inspections at the plant.
Workers at the XL Foods plant were apparently aware of problems.
Last week, Environment Canada declared 60 scientists and researchers to be surplus.
UPDATE: Hey, look, it’s yesterday’s government talking points in convenient press release format!