VancouverFoodPolicy

The #GoC is launching a new $10M phase of the Local Food Infrastructure Fund to help increase #FoodSecurity through investments in infrastructure. Apply today! ow.ly/zhfU50Og8an #FoodPolicy4Canada

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We are hiring @CityofVancouver for a Food Systems Planner! Please spread the word about this exciting opportunity to support implementation of the Vancouver Food Strategy and other policies and programs in support of a just and sustainable food system. jobs.vancouver.ca/job/Vancouver-…

Are you interested in shaping #Vancouver #foodpolicy? We're now accepting applications for the 2023-2036 term of the @vanfoodpolcnl; apply by March 19th! vancouverfoodpolicycouncil.ca/recruitment-fo…

The new term of the @vanfoodpolcnl is underway and public meetings resume September 9th. Check vancouverfoodpolicycouncil.ca/monthly-meetin… for the fall meeting schedule. See you there!

Our team is hiring! This is a temp full time food systems planning position (July 2021-Dec 2022) supporting Vancouver Food Strategy implementation with an emphasis on the our commitments to reconciliation, equity, and anti-racism in the food system. jobs.vancouver.ca/job/Vancouver-…

Find out more about the VFPC, its mandate and composition at vancouverfoodpolicycouncil.ca/about/

The VFPC’s current term ends on April 30th and the City is accepting applications from members of the public to join the VFPC for next term (May 2021-December 2022). Apply online before March 31st at vancouver.ca/volunteer. Contact foodpolicy@vancouver.ca with any questions!

Do you have ideas on how we can contribute to a just and sustainable #localfood system by leveraging @ParkBoard land, facilities, programs, and community connections? Join the @vanfoodpolcnl mtg on Nov 12 to provide input. Register at vancouverfoodpolicycouncil.ca/november-2020-…

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LOCAL FOOD ACTION PLAN PARK BOARD UPDATE, open RFP seeking proponents to update & guide next 5 year initiatives to inform how assets & services support multiple PB & COV local food goals, issues, policy, priorities cutt.ly/7ioSkhc @vanfoodpolcnl @rebeccaleebligh

$50 million Surplus Food Rescue Program through Gov't of Canada aims to move surplus food commodities (potatoes, other horticulture, seafood & meat) through the food system as efficiently as possible to help vulnerable Canadians cutt.ly/PuMXujG

Re-opening for Non-Profits 101 Webinar VCH Community Investment team is hosting a webinar Wed June 17 1-2:30 pm to guide you through process during Phase 2 of BC’s Restart Plan Contact: community.investments@vch.ca to join

Does your non-profit community organization or childcare facility need small-scale renovations or repairs? COV Social Policy Capital Grants program is now open & provides matching funds. For application forms & further info: vancouver.ca/people-program… Deadline to apply April 9, 2020

What inspires you or brings you joy when you think about Vancouver? What keeps you up at night? @CityofVancouver wants to hear your hopes, fears & aspirations for Vancouver. Have your say in the #VancouverPlan, take the survey now vancouverplan.ca youtube.com/watch?v=7WAiSo…

CoV is offering funding for urban ag improvements/ infrastructure upgrades. Existing projects (community gardens & urban farms) on City, Parks, and non-City land eligible to apply. Please review attached files for details, contacts and link to apply. survey.vancouver.ca/s3/Urban-Agric…

Interested in Vancouver's Urban Farming Policy? For an update on the review of guidelines currently underway check out Thursday's Food Policy Council meeting for an update, feedback and next steps on this unique sector of our city vancouverfoodpolicycouncil.ca/february-meeti… vancouver.ca/people-program…

The OG street food festival is back for the 9th year! With over 20 vendors, music & free entry, come down & sample some of Vancity's best street food fare! Outside Vancouver Art Gallery Jan 17, 18, 19, 31 & Feb 1-6th 11am-3pm Weekdays & 11am-5pm on Weekends. #StreetFoodCity

Learn about urban farming in Vancouver : 8th Vancouver Urban Farming Forum, Jan. 19, 8:30-4:30pm. Urban farmers, policymakers, food security advocates, & urban ag enthusiasts from across the region; with speakers from the food/farm sector eventbrite.ca/e/8th-vancouve…