Iqaluit – Everyone deserves access to healthy and affordable food, no matter where they live. Rising costs are a reality for people across Canada, and this is especially true in isolated northern communities, where food and essential items are often transported long distances. Nutrition North Canada (NNC) is an important part of the Government of Canada’s response to food security …
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 …