Written by: Matthew Kang Doruntina Uka is helping open doors that have too often remained closed. As Business Development Specialist at The PATCH Program, she helps people with disabilities and […]
A bit about Chandany Chandany Chen is the Chef at the London Training Centre (LTC). Chandany works tirelessly to inspire culinary students, helping them build food skills while also growing […]
Written by Aida Zhang and edited by Matthew Kang At the heart of London-Middlesex’s local food movement is Amy Ford, a true Food Champion whose passion and expertise are driving […]
Written by Kathy MacKay and edited by Matthew Kang Every day in London, food that could feed families ends up in landfills. The London Food Coalition (LFC) is working to […]
By: Kathy MacKay and Edited by: Matthew Kang Greenfields Therapy Farm is rooted in the belief that healing happens through connection. Located on the grounds of Mazak Farms, it offers […]
By: Alyssa Rush, Communications Volunteer with the Middlesex London Food Policy Council, Alyssa is a PhD student at Queen’s University living in London, Ontario. Her research focuses on agroecology, sustainable […]
Frisa Farms is a shining example of what it means to be a true food system champion. Spanning three generations, this family-owned and operated farm is a labour of love […]
Written by Eunice Yidana Ironwood Kitchen and Bar is a contemporary and vibrant restaurant that started in 2022 in London, Ontario, to infuse local roots and global inspiration into their […]
Friendly Fare Specialty Food Services, led by Jay Caldwell, has been at the forefront of this effort for over 11 years, providing a vital resource for aspiring entrepreneurs in London, […]
Ellen Lakusiak (pictured in yellow) is a Registered Dietitian (RD) with the Middlesex London Public Health Unit and serves as Coordinator for the Middlesex-London Food Policy Council (MLFPC). With […]
The Lunchbox London is a registered not-for-profit organization run by Colin and Alexandra Everitt dedicated to providing food assistance to school-aged children in food insecure families throughout London, Ontario. Their […]
Katherine is a dedicated Community Development Coordinator with the Ontario Student Nutrition Program (OSNP) in London-Middlesex. With a deep passion for nutrition and education, Katherine has spearheaded an innovative program […]
Written by Eunice Yidana The Schoonders Plot is run by Carissa and Sam, a couple that is passionate about gardening on their perennial plot. Family and friends are a building […]
Type Diabeat-it is a charitable organization dedicated to supporting BPOC communities living with or at risk of Type 2 Diabetes. Founded by Mystery Furtado, the organization addresses the behavioural risk […]
Meals on Wheels London (MOWL) is a Home and Community Care provider through an agreement with Ontario Health. Since 1969, they have been delivering fresh and frozen meals to seniors […]
Lella is a committed advocate working to strengthen and sustain the local food system. As the daughter of immigrant settlers who valued food production as a cornerstone of family life, […]
Founded in 1987 by Jo Slegers, Slegers Living Organic Greens is a greenhouse operation specializing in Microgreens, Lettuce, Greens, Herbs, and Cat Grass. Located on a family farm, Slegers Greens […]
Jessica Wiles-Drake and Samara Kianfar are dedicated registered dietitians at the London Intercommunity Health Centre (LIHC), where they provide essential nutrition care to […]
Richard Bloomfield is one of the founders of Urban Roots London, a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming underused land in the City of London into vibrant urban farms. Richard has […]
Ben Wilcox serves as the Director of Farm Operations for Urban Roots London, a non-profit organization that revitalizes underused land in the City of London for agricultural purposes. The organization […]
Chris and his dedicated team of accommodating and knowledgeable farmers at Common Ground Farm, are known for their exceptional commitment to bringing the freshest, highest-quality produce to their clients every […]
New Leaf Food Truck, led by Andy Coughlin, is on a mission to change the way people think about healthy eating. They create innovative, plant-based dishes using locally sourced, organic […]
Dan Lizmore is the Landscaping Supervisor at the Western Fair District (WFD), where he goes above and beyond by introducing sustainable practices, native plantings, and pollinator-friendly landscapes to the WFD. […]
Peggy O’Neil, a passionate home economist and former MLFPC Board Member, is releasing more episodes in Season 3 of her “Food for the Future” podcast! This podcast is your gateway […]
In the heart of downtown London, there exists an urban garden that has thrived for over three decades, thanks to the dedication of Yvonne and Chris Padadakos. These two gardeners […]
