By Izaiah Hill What to do with your pumpkin after Halloween It’s November 1st, Halloween has passed and now you have 1, or maybe more, pumpkins that are starting to decompose on your doorstep. You don’t want to just throw it out, because it would head to a landfill where it will be wasted. So … More What to do with your pumpkin after Halloween
Importance of composting Composting is an extremely important way you can help curb GHG emissions, feed your garden, keep unnecessary waste out of landfills, and create fertile soil to grow new food or anything your heart desires. Composting can also be a great hobby for you and your children, and it’s great for the environment, … More The where, what, when, and why, of Composting
By Izaiah Hill What is a community garden? A community garden is a place where land is gardened or cultivated to produce fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and more. A community garden is most often maintained by volunteers who believe in the cause and have the time and passion to put in the work. How do … More Community Gardens: Why they’re important and how they help fight climate change
Picture this: you’re searching through the produce section at your local grocery store looking high and low to find the perfect bunch of grapes, only to have them rot away in your fridge a few weeks later. Does this situation sound too familiar? Food waste is a big problem in Canada, amounting to 2.2 million … More Food Waste: Plan More, Waste Less
Recently, I’ve been thinking a lot about how this holiday season will be different because of COVID-19. For me, cooking with family members, sharing meals together, and passing along food traditions is a big part of the holidays. No matter which winter holiday(s) you celebrate – for example, Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, Réveillon, Christmas, and Kwanzaa – food usually plays a central role. … More Connecting Over Food While Apart
The climate is changing and “normal” is gone for good. Consumer food choices play a major role, and as individuals, we can make meaningful changes. Current predictions for global food security, including for those of us living in Canada, demonstrate an increase in the cost of food; a less stable and predictable food supply; irreversible … More Over 70 people attend Dr. Dianne Saxe’s Presentation on Climate Change & Food
Do YOU know where your food is from? It’s that time of year when many delicious, nutritious fruit and vegetables are available from within our communities. So it’s a perfect chance to highlight the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve’s Local Food Guide: Grown by the Bay. The Local Food Guide can help you find where to … More Time for Local Food
Strawberries are a beloved fruit. They are delicious and fun to pick with the family. But how well do you really know strawberries? Here are some fun facts for you to be able to enjoy this juicy fruit even more. Nutrients Strawberries are packed with nutrients. Notably, one serving (1/2 cup) of strawberries has a … More Berry Sweet Days Ahead
Guest post by Monika Hotson Why talk about seeds? Seeds represent and give life. They are able to preserve the past, and bring necessities for the future. It is important now more than ever to talk about seeds and the many disappearing varieties because of today’s climate change dilemma. Seeds: A disappearing act. NOT a magical … More SEED-The Secret Extremely Endangered Species
We hosted an event Friday December 1st to talk about food insecurity (food insecurity is defined as: inadequate or insecure access to food because of financial constraints. People experiencing food insecurity: 1) worry about having adequate amounts of food, 2) do not eat suitable quality or selections of foods, 3) and/or have inadequate amounts of … More Hungry for Change: Recap