Iqaluit – Northerners know best about what it takes to combat food insecurity, and the Government of Canada is making strategic investments to improve accessibility and affordability of food in Northern communities. The most innovative solutions are often found in the community and municipal organizations that deal with these issues everyday, know their clientele, and leverage local knowledge and resources. …
Bringing food banks to Indigenous communities in Ontario
Ottawa – Everyone should have access to nutritious and affordable food, no matter where they live. Factors such as long travel distances and socioeconomic challenges make Northerners more vulnerable to food insecurity than those living in southern Canada. Recognizing the challenges that northern and isolated communities face are complex, the Government of Canada continues to work with partners to build …