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Radio NL interview

Listen at the above link to hear a Radio NL interview with Addie de Candole about the movie happening tonight at TRU called Just Eat It, as well as about her involvement with Farm to School BC and the KFPC. Thanks Radio NL!
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Interview with Addie de Candole, Farm to School BC

We talked to Addie de Candole about how the KFPC network helps to support Kamloops' Farm To School BC program! The network model we have is pretty unique, and quite powerful! Check out the video HERE! For more information about Farm to…
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New report on food insecurity in British Columbia

Half a Million People Experience Food Insecurity in British Columbia, Says New Report  Northern British Columbia Especially Vulnerable TORONTO, August 31, 2016 — Almost half a million British Columbians experienced some level of household…
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We’re famous!

There has been a flurry of media coverage about our Gleaning Abundance Program, we hope this gets the word about about this fabulous program! Check out this article and TV interview we did recently. For more information about the program, check…
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News item – City of Victoria may allow produce sales by homeowners

Victoria residents could soon benefit from the fruits — and vegetables — of their labour. City council is considering letting residents sell backyard fruit and veggies at urban roadside stands to improve local food security. Here is…
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City of Kamloops Transportation Master Plan

The Kamloops Transportation Master Plan (TMP) is intended to guide the planning and implementation of transportation improvements over the next 10 to 20 years. Between now and 2035, our population is expected to grow from a population of 86,000…
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The Canadian Food Industry – A Globe and Mail Series

The Globe and Mail is publishing a 5 part weekly series on the Canadian Food Industry.  Check it out if you are interested at http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-and-wine/the-food-53-thegatekeepers/article31118114/#index
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Logan Lake Farm to School Program!

Check out this great video to learn more about what Logan Lake is doing to get their students to eat healthier and more locally! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PCIZQMWOu0&feature=youtu.be
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Bee a Citizen Scientist Workshop July 15-17

'Bee' a Citizen Scientist Friday – Sunday July 15, 16, 17 A three-day workshop with Lincoln Best. Includes 2 days in the lab at TRU, plus 1 field day collecting, identifying and photographing native bees. Cost $145, + participants…
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WSC Parade 2017

Wild Salmon Caravan

Come to the parade on June 8 starting in Riverside Park! Here is the pdf of the poster to share with your networks Wild Salmon Caravan Poster Kamloops - Print
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We’re Hiring – Summer Student!

Job Posting:Kamloops Food Action Summer Student The KFPC and the Farmers' Market are hiring a summer student this year! The job is available to any full time students returning to school in the fall. The 10-week job will be 30 hours/week…
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Network Meeting Nov 2017

Food Policy Through Collaboration

So much of the work in advancing local food policy is about relationships, partnerships, and collaborations across multiple sectors. A critical first step is to begin to reach out to people and develop relationships. Is there a community dietitian…
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“Downtown at the Market” Feasibility Study Public Open House

“Downtown at the Market” Feasibility Study Public Open House Kamloops and the surrounding region have a long history of ranching, agriculture, and indigenous food systems, as well as developing innovative approaches for food and agriculture…
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May 1 Pesticide Free Orchard Workshop

This presentation focuses on the ingredients that create a healthy environment for a backyard orchard - soil management, water use, tree and small fruit nutrition and organic tree fruit management. Tamara will also discuss management of specific…
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Kamloops Food Bank – 2015 Year in Review

This document highlights the activities of the Kamloops Food Bank and provides statistics for 2015 (and previous years for comparison) 2015 - KFB Summary
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Farm2School Meeting

Many of our KFPC board members attended a Farm2School meeting today to discuss the next steps of the program here in Kamloops. There was great energy and ideas being shared, and we at the KFPC are excited to be a part of this wonderful group…
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We’re famous!

Shaw TV did a great video summarizing our programs at our 20th anniversary celebration! Check it out here.
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$150,000 announced for the Seniors Community Kitchen!

Funding has been announced for the Centre for Seniors Information to update their kitchen to a fully functioning, large-scale community kitchen to create a hub for social inclusiveness and teach people about cooking, baking, canning and…
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