Pass the Home-Based Craft Food Act for cottage food producers

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British Columbia

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Oct 1, 2026

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2026 British Columbia Provincial Election platform

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Statement

Pass the Home-Based Craft Food Act to bring common sense to the regulation of small home producers and allow small sellers to sell more products tax free.

Overview

Exempt low-risk home food entrepreneurs from commercial kitchen requirements and raises sales tax exemption thresholds.

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Ready to DELIVER - Lorne Doerkson's Plan for a STRONGER BC / 2026 (Page 28) (opens in a new tab) Source

Page 28 (Main Street and small business will have a voice again): Pass the Home-Based Craft Food Act to bring common sense to the regulation of small home producers and allow small sellers to sell more products tax free.

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