News Releases
What we’re up to, what’s happening in food security work, plus resources to help keep the community growing.
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Discussing First Nations Waste Minimization
Jordan from First Nations Waste Minimization (FNWM) talked to us about the environmental impacts of our current food system and sustainable solutions for northern Manitoba. Name: Jordan GuibocheLives: WinnipegOccupation: Community
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Conversations with Northern Partners: Billy Wavey
We had the chance to discuss with Billy about his work, what it means to him, and those who inspire him to do it daily. He also told us
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Donate to Food Matters Manitoba
Donate Now In case you don’t already follow us: Instagram & Facebook When you donate to FMM, you provide direct support to many Indigenous community in Northern Manitoba. See
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Infrastructure
We support partners with resources such as equipment and materials so that they can build the infrastructure required for their traditional harvesting, ceremony, and agricultural projects. This includes but isn’t
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Promoting Community Engagement
WHEN SEARCHING FOR SOLUTIONS TO COMMUNITY ISSUES, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO GET THE OPINIONS AND STORIES OF COMMUNITY MEMBERS THAT ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL. Olivia Boyce
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Small Scale, Big Ideas for Climate, Land & Food
This speaker series allowed us to gain a deeper understanding of how small-scale producers are responding to a changing climate and stewarding land and water. Panelists also
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COVID-19: First Wave Impacts on the Charitable Food Sector in Manitoba
Dr. Joyce Slater presents her latest research on food security in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. Moderated by Food Matters Manitoba’s Board Vice Chair, Beth Timmers. Research Summary
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Why Income Matters
Many food insecure experiences are not related to food at all, but rather insufficient income and pervasive material deprivation – when there isn’t enough food, there are often other needs
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Julie Garcia’s Profile Story
Julie Garcia introduces us to MAHE’s (Manitoba Association of Home Economists) newest project, the Home and Family website and their downloadable information guide! In terms of being practical and relevant and easy