Thinking Differently About Food
For decades activists for a local fresh food revolution have pressed decision makers, , businesses, marketers and consumers to focus more on the need to look closer to home for […]
London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund: Pillar Nonprofit Partner Spotlight
The London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund has been created in partnership with Club House for Chefs and McCormick Canada, the Middlesex London Food Policy Council, Pillar Nonprofit Network, rTraction, Tourism London […]
London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund: Libro Credit Union Contributor Spotlight
The London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund has been created in partnership with Club House for Chefs and McCormick Canada, the Middlesex London Food Policy Council, Pillar Nonprofit Network, rTraction, Tourism London […]
Middlesex-London Restaurant Support Fund Recipient Reach
The London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund has been created in partnership with Club House for Chefs and McCormick Canada, the Middlesex London Food Policy Council, Pillar Nonprofit Network, rTraction, Tourism London […]
London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund: The Western Fair Association Partner Spotlight
The London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund has been created in partnership with Club House for Chefs and McCormick Canada, the Middlesex London Food Policy Council, Pillar Nonprofit Network, rTraction, Tourism […]
London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund: Middlesex-London Food Policy Council Partner Spotlight
The London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund has been created in partnership with Club House for Chefs and McCormick Canada, the Middlesex London Food Policy Council, Pillar Nonprofit Network, rTraction, Tourism London […]
London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund: rTraction Partner Spotlight
The London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund has been created in partnership with Club House for Chefs and McCormick Canada, the Middlesex London Food Policy Council, Pillar Nonprofit Network, rTraction, Tourism London […]
London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund: Middlesex County Contributor Spotlight
The London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund has been created in partnership with Club House for Chefs and McCormick Canada, the Middlesex London Food Policy Council, Pillar Nonprofit Network,rTraction, Tourism London and […]
London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund: McCormick Canada Partner Spotlight
The London-Middlesex Restaurant Support Fund has been created in partnership with Club House for Chefs and McCormick Canada, the Middlesex London Food Policy Council, Pillar Nonprofit Network, rTraction, Tourism London […]
Local Food and Agriculture
The Masonville and Ilderton Farmers’ Market Are Open For Bussiness
Last week the Middlesex-London community welcomed the reopenings of the Masonville and Ilderton Farmers’ market! The Masonville Farmers Market is open every Friday from 8 am to 1 pm from […]
Local Food and Agriculture
5 Local Restaurants That You Need To Try This Summer!
COVID-19 has deeply affected the way we interact, educate and work. A sector that has been increasingly dealing with the repercussions of the pandemic is the food and service sector. […]
Komoka Community Market Weekend Opening!
We’re excited to announce the opening of Komoka Community Market! Starting this weekend, the Komoka market will be open from 9 am – 2 pm. Before entering their market, please […]
Feeding Your Future – Virtual Career Fairs
Are you interested in a career in agriculture? The Ontario Federation of Agriculture is hosting multiple online career fairs. To participate, please see the details below. Dates: June 18, 2020 […]
Dietitian Recommendations for June Seasonal Produce!
There are so many reasons June is a great month, and local strawberries are one of those reasons. The delicate flavours of June produce are in stark contrast to the more aggressive Brassics we […]
Local Food and Agriculture
Resource: An inside look into a local farm
Have you ever wondered what goes on inside local egg farms? Megan Veldman, an egg farmer just north of London, Ontario describes and shares her experience. Megan is a family […]
London Food Bank Announces their “London Cares Curb Hunger Awareness Drive”
On Tuesday June 2nd 2020, the London Food Bank launched the London Cares Curb Hunger Awareness Drive. The Middlesex-London Food Policy Council would like to extend a giant thank you […]
Greenhouse Academy announces “Growing-kits” to help first-time growers
The art of growing your own produce and herbs can not only save money but can also can be a source of family bonding and community initiative. While many have […]
Food System Stewardship
Green and Inclusive Recovery Town Hall
How can London transition to a green and inclusive city as we recover from the pandemic? On Wednesday, June 3rd, join us for a “Green and Inclusive Recovery Town Hall” […]
What’s in Season and What’s It Good For?
The Covent Garden’s Outdoor Farmers’ Market opened Saturday, May 16, under a clear blue sky on a warm sunny day! During this crucial time, it’s essential to think about the […]
What You Need to Know About Covent Garden’s Outdoor Farmers’ Market
Covent Garden’s outdoor Farmers’ Market will brighten up downtown London again, starting this Saturday, May 15. Here’s how the market will focus on customer safety during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. […]
Local Food and Agriculture
Farmers’ Markets Provide a Welcome Option for Fresh Local Food!
Farmers’ markets in London and Middlesex County are open for business! While we mostly stay at home and practice physical distancing, many of us still regard an outing to gather […]
Provincial reopening of Community Gardens
On the morning of April 25th, 2020, the Province of Ontario announced an amendment to the COVID-19 emergency order permitting the use of allotment and community gardens. “Permit the use […]
Getting to Food Policy- Findings from recent research
Internationally, Food Policy Councils have increasingly become avenues for food democracy, providing a space for community members, professionals, and government to learn together, deliberate, and collectively come up with place-based […]
Food System Stewardship, Local Food and Agriculture
Community Gardens: Food, not Recreation
When the Government of Ontario closed parks, playing fields, and other “recreational amenities,” community gardens were included in the list. On behalf of the thousands of Ontarians who rely on […]
Food System Stewardship, Local Food and Agriculture
Community Gardens are Essential Food Services
The Middlesex London Food Policy Council is joining Sustain Ontario and other organizations provincewide to call on the government of Ontario to identify community gardens as essential food services during […]