GC43 or earlier GC31 Economics of Farming and Fisheries (1986E121) WHEREAS the Committee is of the opinion that free trade with the United States in agriculture and fish products would not bring an overall net benefit to Canadian food producers and Canadian society:THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the 31st General Council requests the General Secretary of the General Council to inform the government of Canada that The United Church of Canada is opposed to a general free trade agreement with the United States, preferring a sector-by-sector approach for agriculture and fisheries. This would preserve existing trade arrangements and at the same time provide opportunities for expanded markets. GC31 1986 ROP, pp. 123 & 327 Save to PDF True Document Date August 21, 1986 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.
