It is the policy of the Grain Growers of Canada that mandatory labeling requirements should be based on sound science. For example, nutritional content or potential allergenic concerns.
All other labeling issues related to consumer choice or preference should be based on a voluntary system.
The Grain Growers of Canada supports the system developed through the General Standards Board of Canada that will pave the way for voluntary labeling of products that contain genetically modified commodities.
These may be positive claims, such as an indication that a product contains a GM commodity that may make it more attractive to consumers. These claims may also be negative ("does not contain").
A key component of the system developed through the General Standards Board is the concept of "truth in labeling." For example a claim that an apple "does not contain GM" would have to be accompanied by a notice that no apples in Canada contain the products of modern biotechnology.
