Why are We Doing This?

Food insecurity is a growing threat to community wellbeing. According to Canada's Food Price Report, grocery prices are expected to rise 5% to 7% in 2023 alone, above the 9.8% they rose in 2022. The rise in prices is primarily driven by climate change-related events such as drought and wildfires, as well as pandemic-induced supply chain issues and labour shortages. Given that food prices will continue to rise along with the frequency and duration of extreme weather events, we must take action now to build a more resilient local food system. By mapping food infrastructure, resources, and organizations in the community, we hope to: 

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• Make visible the range and diversity of food assets in our region

• Inform efforts to strengthen food security at community, household, and individual levels 

• Understand  strengths/weaknesses and opportunities/challenges in our regional food system

• Identify food-related community economic development opportunities

• Inform urban land use planning

• Help strengthen connections between local food producers and our communities 

 

How to Get Involved

To add your organization, business, or institution please reach out to us at kimcranfoodhub@gmail.com.