On September 22nd, Rupa Patel, Ellen Mortfield, Josh Suppan and Mara Shaw spoke at the "Food Sustains Us" Panel, moderated by Dr. Kristen Lowitt. Food education, food insecurity and the need for a regional food system that supports local farmers were all topics of discussion. The event led to productive conversation on these issues and a wider call to action. Thank you to the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area for hosting the event. The Food Policy Council looks forward to continuing their work developing a regional food strategy.
To donate to the Food Strategy project, visit the link below (Charitable tax receipts provided): https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/north-kingston-community-health-centre/
COMMUNITY PARTNERS LAUNCH FOOD STRATEGY PROJECT
Nov 2024: The Food Policy Council of KFLA, in collaboration with the City of Kingston, Kingston Community Health Center, Frontenac County and Queens University is happy to announce the launch of our project to develop a food strategy for the KFL&A region. To that end, Ayla Fenton, formerly of Loving Spoonful, will take the role of a Community Researcher to lead the project. To assist Ayla is Dante Gbejewoh, a PhD student in the School of Environmental Studies, at Queen’s University who will serve as a Research Assistant. We would like to acknowledge funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).
We are actively collaborating with the City and Counties to move this project ahead. At this time, we welcome your suggestions on any relevant food-related groups or organizations that should be engaged for this food strategy. Please stay tuned for other important updates and opportunities to participate as we move ahead!
https://www.thewhig.com/news/food-strategy-in-the-works-for-kingston-region