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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 […]
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Read MoreB.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 […]
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Read MoreB.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 […]
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Read MoreNew 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 […]
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Read MoreWater-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 […]
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Read MoreNow 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 […]
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Read MoreFood 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 […]
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Read MoreNew 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 […]
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Read MoreFive 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 […]
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Read MoreIndigenous-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 […]
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