Episode Details

In this episode of Builder By Day, host Ryan McNeil sits down with The Food Professor, Sylvain Charlebois, to unpack the real story behind Canada’s food supply chain and what’s really driving those rising grocery bills. 

We explore:

• Why 600 million to 1 billion litres of milk are dumped each year in Canada
• The shocking truth behind the China-owned baby formula plant in Ontario
• How supply management inflates food prices and blocks competition
• The fear and political pressure that keeps dairy farmers from speaking out
• Sylvain’s insight on Pierre Poilievre, Maxime Bernier, and food policy reform

Ryan and Sylvain also draw parallels between agriculture and housing, revealing how bureaucracy, regulation, and political narratives are hurting both industries. Whether you're a builder, a consumer, or someone trying to understand why everything costs more, this one pulls no punches.

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Guest – Sylvain Charlebois (The Food Professor)
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Disclaimer: 📢 This video provides vital context, images, and commentary on key issues affecting Canadians today. Our goal is to present involved parties accurately, outline significant events, and encourage viewers to consider how these actions align with Canadian values and social norms.

Source: The Star 03/31/2025
📌 Title: Liberals promise to build nearly 500,000 homes per year, create new housing entity