How to Celebrate World Food Day in School and at Home
Last month, we released a calendar of events that note international days of celebration that you and your children/students can use as inspiration for learning experiences this autumn/winter. One especially important event, is World Food Day. Here are 3 ways to recognize World Food Day in and outside of the class. And if you happen to […]
How to Make Your Community Garden More Accessible
Today, our Foundation is providing easy-to-follow instructions on how you can make your sustainable community gardening system more accessible for all Canadians. Nearly 14% of all Canadians are living with some form of a disability. While many Canadian communities have come a long way in providing a supportive system for this significant group, a lot can […]
Why Community Gardens Are Important for Your Community
Have you been pondering a plot of land in your neighborhood? Have you been wanting to do something that would benefit the entire community? Thousands of Canadians (newcomers included) are involved in urban gardening projects around the country, and for a good reason. While the benefits of these programs are practically innumerable, we’ve managed to highlight the […]
The Link Between Household Food Insecurity & Health Care Costs in Canada
A recent study was released early in the summer, indcating a causation relationship between household food insecurity and increased health care costs in Canada. The data was compiled in a joint effort between the University of Toronto, the University of Illinois, and other qualified parties without endorsements or competing interests. In summation, the study evidenced that total health […]