The Halifax Food Policy Alliance (HFPA) is a partnership of individuals and organizations that represent different sectors related to the food system. Together, we are working to achieve our vision: Halifax: where no one is hungry and everyone has nutritious food that they enjoy, for generations to come, sustained by local producers.
For more information on our approach and impact click here.
Check out our new infographic on Community Food Security in HRM! It summarizes some of the local issues and raises awareness of the importance of the HRM Food Charter. We all have a role to play in shaping a healthy, just, and sustainable food system for HRM! To find out more visit https://halifaxfoodpolicy.ca/food-charter/
Some exciting food resources may be coming to the Cogswell District! The engagement report lists the following options to support food access in the area:
What food resources would you like to see in the area?
Read the engagement report here https://www.shapeyourcityhalifax.ca/cogswell-district
Did you know Canada is the only G7 country without a national school food program? Although, school food programs (primarily breakfast meals) are delivered in 93% of Nova Scotia public schools at no cost to students, these programs are currently supported by a patchwork of funding. We know schools, staff and parents are doing their best, but they need help to nourish kids while at school.
Nourish Nova Scotia, the Ecology Action Centre and partners have launched a new campaign calling for federal investment in a national school food program. All students need access to good food to fuel their minds and bodies!
You can help by signing the House of Commons e-petition. It takes less than a minute to #SpeakUp4SchoolFood.
Here are you some ways you can get involved:
For full details and access to the resources and tools click here!
On Oct. 17th, members of the Halifax Food Policy Alliance hosted an event called “Acting Together for Food Policy” in partnership with the Halifax and Chebucto West Community Health Boards. The focus of the day was to:
Graham Steele also provided helpful tips for communicating with politicians based on his book “What I Learned about Politics: Inside the Rise–and Collapse–of Nova Scotia’s NDP Government”.
There was real excitement in the room for mobilizing around the 2020 municipal elections (can never start too early!). Next steps include:
See the summary report Acting Together for Food Policy in Halifax_SummaryFinal
Graphic Harvesting by Susan MacLeod
Check out our new policy backgrounder on Food Waste Prevention for Community Food Security!
The Halifax Food Policy Alliance is pleased to finally share a summary of our Food Charter Engagement events. The report includes a summary of what we heard and next steps. Stay tuned for updates on the Food Charter and Strategy in the coming months. Thank you for your participation!
HFPA Food Charter Engagement Summary_Final_26June2018
Host a Conversation on the Draft HRM Food Charter with your community or organization!
HFPA Food Charter Discussion Guide_FINAL_March2018
