Worker welfare at centre of Canada-Caribbean Seasonal Agricultural Workers Programme annual review meeting

November 9, 2026

The welfare of workers is among key issues to be discussed at the Canada-Caribbean Seasonal Agricultural Workers Programme annual review meeting being held in Ocho Rios, St. Ann.

The event started yesterday and will run until November 12.

The meeting brings together representatives of participating Caribbean countries, Canada, employers and other programme stakeholders to review operations and advance discussions on the programme’s future.

The event also marks the 60th anniversary of the programme.

Speaking at yesterday’s opening ceremony Minister of Labour and Social Security Pearnel Charles Junior said the welfare of workers must be evident as the programme continues.

He said wage, access to health-care and other concerns will be addressed at the meeting.

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The Labour Minister said the meeting will also take into consideration all other concerns of workers and employers.

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