Advocates are calling for long-term solutions, policy changes and increased support as Canadians go hungry.
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New Research Tackles Food Waste by Including All Stakeholders
by Chiara Grecoby Chiara GrecoPrevious research on solutions to reduce food waste predominantly centred on individual households.
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When Grocery Prices Skyrocket, What’s Left for Students to Eat?
Ease in inflation not enough to keep grocery bills in check.
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Central Toronto Food Banks See Massive Increase in Visits
St. Bartholomew’s Anglican Church is one of many food banks located in Toronto’s downtown core that has seen a big increase in the number of people coming through its doors …
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Urban Agriculture Becoming the New Trend to Fight Food Insecurity in Toronto
A city is an unsuspecting place to grow food, but now more than ever, people are turning to concrete jungles like Toronto to create food hubs. Food insecurity has become …
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On the Record – Ep.4 – Can Toronto Artists Leverage the Pandemic to Make the Industry More Liveable?
In this episode of On the Record we spoke to Toronto artists, arts workers and a mental health counsellor to discuss the fragile state of the art scene in Toronto …
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New equity-based research aims to support food insecurity in Black households and care for residents in long-term care facilities
Two Ryerson professors are leading new equity-based research to help improve patient outcomes in long-term care homes and food insecurity in Black households. Based on their previous work, both professors …
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Racialized students face higher risk of food insecurity
by Ammar Karamby Ammar KaramLack of access to nutritious foods can lead to deteriorating mental health, and performance
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Food banks not enough: experts call on Canadian Food Policy Advisory Council to address causes of food insecurity
by Pelly Shawby Pelly ShawCommunity food centres in Toronto offer potential roadmap for building a more equitable food system nationwide
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Ryerson rolls out winter food relief program
by Asmaa Toorby Asmaa ToorFresh produce is available for students experiencing food insecurity due to the pandemic