Funding support for Indigenous food sovereignty – East Kootenay News Online Weekly

August 2, 2023

The Ministry of Agriculture and Food announced July 27 the Indigenous Food Sovereignty Program has been created to support more sustainable food production, community food security, and enhance participation in the agriculture and food sectors for Indigenous communities and businesses.

Funding will support infrastructure such as greenhouses, irrigation systems, community gardens and food storage.

Funding is also available to support a range of activities, such as boosting Indigenous-owned food and agriculture operations, community food security planning and projects, and climate change adaptation projects.

“Indigenous food sovereignty is important to the health of Indigenous Peoples and the province as a whole,” said Pam Alexis, Minister of Agriculture and Food. “By strengthening traditional Indigenous food systems, we are building a more resilient and equitable food ecosystem and reducing barriers so communities can have access to a more sustainable, secure and affordable food supply now and for future generations.”

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