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FSN Monthly E-News!
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NEW FSN 2011 Reports
FSN 2011 Annual Report
Released at the Food Security Network NL 2011 Annual General Meeting, this report presents the exciting work of FSN over the 2010-2011 year.
FSN 2011 Community Report
The Food Security Network of Newfoundland and Labrador (FSN) is proud to release this Community Report highlighting the great food security work happening across this province. We hope that these stories of community action inspire you to get involved with or start a food security initiative in your own community.
Profiled in this report:
- Happy Valley-Goose Bay Children’s Community Garden
- Western Environment Centre
- Kittiwake Economic Development Corporation
- Smallwood Crescent Community Centre
- GROWDAT Farms
- FEASt (Food Education Action St. John’s)
New FSN Resource Materials
FSN Fact Sheets
FSN has released two fact sheets that include a list of up-to-date statistics on the food security challenges we face in this province, information about FSN, and resources. 10 Ways to Take Action and 10 Ways to Eat Local Food.
Presentation Series with Speakers' Notes
FSN has produced 5 presentations and full speakers’ notes to aid individuals and community groups who would like to learn more or give a presentation on the following topics:
- Understanding Food Security
- Bulk Buying Clubs
- Community Gardens
- Community Kitchens
- Farmers’ Markets
Provincial Food Security Assembly 2012
In October 2007 the Food Security Network hosted its first Food Security Assembly. 117 delegates represented community centres, anti-poverty groups, government departments, Aboriginal groups, student organizations, faith groups, professional associations and those working in the agricultural and organic farming industries.
The next Provincial Food Security Assembly will take place in 2012. In order to ensure that the event is a success, we are currently in the process of establishing a planning committee that will oversee the assembly’s conceptualization and coordination.
Click here for more information and to get involved!
Best Practices Toolkits
A series of best practices toolkits, covering community kitchens, community gardens, farmers' markets, and bulk buying clubs.
Provincial Teleconference Series
Download recordings, summaries, and presentations from all of our previous Teleconferences.
Newfoundland & Labrador Nutritious Food Basket 2010 Data Released
The Regional Nutritionists and Community Dietitians in the Regional Health Authorities, in cooperation with of the Department of Health and Community Services and the NL Statistics Agency, collect pricing information for the Newfoundland and Labrador Nutritious Food Basket on an annual basis.
Visit the Nutritious Food Basket Page for data from 2010 and previous years.
Links, Resources, & Research
Visit our new Links & Resources page for an up to date list of links to local, national, and international food security organizations; resources; and research. You'll also find our Food Security Initiative Inventory - a list of Newfoundland and Labrador food security initiatives and contact information.
FSN 2009 – 2010 Annual Report
Released at the Food Security Network NL 2010 Annual General Meeting, this report presents the exciting work of FSN over the past year. Download FSN 2009 – 2010 Annual Report.
Memorial Presents: What’s for dinner? Building a Healthy, Reliable Food Supply for NL
On June 9th, 2010, three panelists, including FSN Executive Director Kristie Jameson, discussed food security in Newfoundland and Labrador. A recording of the webcast is now available.
FSN Submissions to Government
- FSN's comments on the Provincial Government's 2010 Climate Change Discussion Paper
- FSN's submission to the 2010 Provincial Pre-Budget Consultation
- FSN's presentation to the Provincial Minimum Wage Consultation Hearings, 2008
Root Cellars Rock! Blog
FSN is blogging! Click here to check out our blog - an interactive online space to learn and engage in discussion all around local food, from planting, to picking, to preparing, preserving, to purchasing!