GC43 or earlier GC32 Plant Breeders’ Rights Legislation (1988P416) WHEREAS the Government of Canada has indicated its intention to re-introduce legislation dealing with plant breeders’ rights; andWHEREAS such legislation may not be in the best interests of Canadian farmers and consumers and might be detrimental to developing countries:THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the 32nd General Council requests the General Secretary of General Council to request the federal government to develop a white paper for discussion purposes on the impact of plant breeders’ rights legislation on Canadian and developing countries before proceeding further. GC32 1988 ROP, p. 201 Save to PDF True Document Date October 31, 1988 Document Type Social Policy Originating Body Other Topic Environment and Ecology Latest News Commissioners for 45th General Council gathered Saturday for learning and discussion session With the theme “What is the vision/dream for United Church ministry leadership?” in mind, General Council Commissioners took part in a day of learning and discussion sessions on Saturday, June 28. Who are we, together, as the visionaries and dreamers of GC45? The constitution of the 45th General Council occurred Sunday, and by the end of the session – the theme of which was “Who are we, together, as the visionaries and dreamers of GC45?” – about 450 people participated online. Constitution of 45th General Council this Sunday Last call for nominees for Moderator to join the current five candidates.
