You can use your smart phone to browse stories in the comfort of your hand. Simply browse this site on your smart phone.

    Using an RSS Reader you can access most recent stories and other feeds posted on this network.

    SNetwork Recent Stories

S Agriculture

IndigenousText

Federal-provincial support helping disaster-affected farmers

Oct. 20, 2023 VICTORIA – After an intense summer of wildfires and drought, B.C.’s farmers and ranchers are receiving additional support to repair or replace damaged infrastructure and to help with the expenses they incurred to keep their animals fed, sheltered and safe during these emergencies. The support is provided through the 2023 Canada-British Columbia […]

by ahnationtalk on October 20, 2023269 Views

Read More
IndigenousText

B.C. increases food security, agricultural resiliency during emergencies

Sept. 18, 2023 VICTORIA – The Province is supporting B.C.’s farmers, communities and First Nations with a new fund to help with increased planning and preparation for agricultural emergencies, while strengthening food security for British Columbians. “We continue to see the impacts of a changing climate on our agriculture community, and we are proactively helping […]

by ahnationtalk on September 19, 2023154 Views

Read More
IndigenousText

B.C. strengthens food supply for people in rural communities

Sept. 14, 2023 VICTORIA – A new fund will help improve the availability and affordability of food in B.C.’s remote, rural and Indigenous communities by strengthening the food supply chain and streamlining logistics, storage and transportation options. “British Columbians rely on strong, local food systems and it is imperative that we look at ways to help […]

by ahnationtalk on September 14, 2023125 Views

Read More
IndigenousText

New funding expands support for Indigenous food sovereignty

July 27, 2023 VICTORIA – More Indigenous communities will benefit from increased funding for food sovereignty, food security and Indigenous-led agriculture. “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 […]

by ahnationtalk on July 27, 2023151 Views

Read More
IndigenousText

Water-management program turns on taps for more B.C. farms

June 27, 2023 VICTORIA – A new program will help B.C.’s agricultural producers improve water management and water supply for crops and livestock, resulting in more agricultural production and strengthened food security. “Access to water is crucial for food production and ensuring we have sustainable, resilient local food systems,” said Pam Alexis, Minister of Agriculture […]

by ahnationtalk on June 28, 2023149 Views

Read More
IndigenousText

Now hiring: the next generation of B.C. agriculture, food workers

June 26, 2023 VICTORIA – A new workforce initiative will support British Columbia’s agriculture and food industry in recruiting and retaining the workers who will help provide a stable food supply for a growing population in B.C. and around the world. “The demand for B.C. food and beverage products continues to grow, and we need […]

by ahnationtalk on June 27, 2023124 Views

Read More
IndigenousText

Food security increases with improved Fraser Valley flood resiliency

June 20, 2023 ABBOTSFORD – Farmers and communities in the Fraser Valley, particularly those most affected by the 2021 atmospheric river, will receive support to increase their resiliency to floods and restore local ecosystems. “We know climate change is expected to bring more frequent and intense flooding to the biggest agricultural growing region in our […]

by ahnationtalk on June 22, 2023176 Views

Read More
IndigenousText

New program protects B.C.’s ocean, coastal communities

May 24, 2023 VICTORIA – A new program will focus on preventing the effects of climate change on B.C.’s oceans and watersheds, and protecting seafood and marine life. “The impacts of climate change are affecting our province’s coastal waters, and we are working closely with Indigenous communities, the federal government and conservation organizations to look at […]

by ahnationtalk on May 24, 2023206 Views

Read More
Mainstream Aboriginal Related NewsText

Five Indigenous-led Food Security Projects in the North Receive Fresh Provincial Funds – CFNR Network

May 17, 2023 Five Indigenous-led food security and agriculture projects are among 15 splitting more than $1 million in fresh Provincial funding. Just over $78,000 will help the Gitxaala Nation develop a food security system, expand community gardens, and establish a backyard garden and community kitchen. Haida Wild will get $80,000 to go towards the […]

by pmnationtalk on May 18, 2023139 Views

Read More
IndigenousText

Indigenous-led projects support food sovereignty, food security in B.C.

May 16, 2023 VICTORIA – Indigenous governments, communities and businesses are increasing their food sovereignty and food security through projects that strengthen their food systems and success within the agriculture and food sector. “Our government is supporting Indigenous communities with their food security, food sovereignty and economic development goals and it is important we work […]

by ahnationtalk on May 16, 2023173 Views

Read More

NationTalk Partners & Sponsors Learn More