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The homegrown solution supporting Canadian food self-sufficiency

Canada has a proud history of developing practical, innovative solutions to complex problems. For example, the simple genius of the Robertson screwdriver, the world-changing discovery of insulin and even the iconic design of the modern egg carton. Add to this list an innovation that supports Canadian food security: supply management.

For over 50 years, supply management has delivered reliable, consistent access to high-quality, nutritious and locally produced eggs, dairy and poultry. In light of ongoing global supply chain challenges and geopolitical tensions, this means Canadians can depend on having food produced right here at home. In fact, a 2025 KPMG survey found that, amidst ongoing cross-border tensions, 91% of Canadians are convinced of the importance of maintaining supply management.1

It is no surprise that supply management is a system that Canadians want and value. It directly supports a strong domestic food system by strengthening Canada’s food sovereignty, and egg farmers play an important role in maintaining this framework. This approach to producing staple food items is also recognized in the National Food Security Strategy as a tool to support Canada’s food self-sufficiency.2

Supply management delivers the steady supply of made-in-Canada eggs Canadians want.

Supply management ensures that the eggs enjoyed across the country are produced to rigorous Canadian food safety and animal welfare standards. It provides stability that empowers farmers to invest in their communities, innovate on their farms and contribute to a robust, predictable domestic food system that delivers eggs to Canadians throughout the country.

B Jack Farms in Abbotsford, British Columbia, is one of the 1,290 egg farms found across Canada.

As Canadians, being there for each other is a part of our social fabric. Looking out for our neighbours is just what we do. The system of supply management is an expression of those values: collaborating to keep our food system strong, sovereign and secure for generations to come, for farmers and families alike.

Learn more about how supply management works for everyone here.

 

 

1 KPMG. (2025). Two-thirds can weather a trade war that lasts more than a year.  KPMG Newsroom. kpmg.com

2 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. (2026, June 11). National Food Security Strategy. agriculture.canada.ca