Carrot Cache

Funding to support regional food system in Ontario

[The Big Carrot @the_bigcarrot]

We're excited to announce that Unpacked by The Big Carrot is OPENING SOON!⁠
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Complete with unpackaged products from Bulk, Eco-Home, Grocery, Dispensary and Body Care - we're here to make shopping sustainably easier than ever. ⁠

Stay tuned for more details!
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[Carrot Cache @CarrotCache]

Applications still open until May 10!

[Paul Taylor @PaulTaylorTO]

It's a huge privilege to work alongside brilliant, committed and supportive folks like @RobertsMelana of @FoodSecureCAN, Anan Lololi of @AfriCanFoodBskt, @am_amponsah of @BCCFarm and @ChefBashirMunye, as we collectively work to advance food justice.

https://t.co/1gC5Pwgm7M

[Melana Roberts @RobertsMelana]

1 more sleep until #CultivatingChange2020! Incredibly proud to be showcasing this stellar lineup of speakers, tools, approaches & discussions centring reconciliation, #decolonization, #racialjustice & trauma informed practice in #foodsystems & #foodpolicy work in Canada #canpoli

[Carrot Cache @CarrotCache]

@PaulTaylorTO Thanks - some excellent points in here, looking forward to applying them in our upcoming search.

[Toronto Food Policy Council (TFPC) @TOfoodpolicy]

James Whetung from Curve Lake First Nation and Jana-Rae Yerxa from Couchiching First Nation will discuss manoomin (wild rice) cultivation and harvesting in relation to Anishinaabe food systems, governance and the reclamation of land and waters on Oct 27! https://t.co/0j1ZrwMiRX

[Carrot Cache @CarrotCache]

Join us for these essential conversations!

[Food Secure Canada @FoodSecureCAN]

Registration is open for our virtual gathering Nov 12-18! Join us for Cultivating Change, an event centring the voices of Indigenous & racialized communities to build capacity for anti-racist and decolonized approaches to food systems and policy processes. https://t.co/CPQzNt4iFz

[Melana Roberts @RobertsMelana]

For #UrbanAgricultureWeek I'll be moderating a discussion feat. some incredible Black & Indigenous growers from NYC, the UK & TO. Join us to hear how they built resilience in their communities during #COVID19: https://t.co/UHSj982Fr0 #growingforresilience

[Melana Roberts @RobertsMelana]

.@farmernjau from @zawadifarm connects issues of food insecurity & regenerative agriculture. Tune in Sept 18 at 10AM to find out how he built resilience in his community. Register at https://t.co/ETBoX6XLMF @greenthumbgrows @Capital_Growth @TOurbangrowers #growingforresilience

[Melana Roberts @RobertsMelana]

The next #growingforresilience speaker is @IsaacCrosby Indigenous land steward and Lead Hand at @EGBrickworks in Toronto. Isaac is working to Indigenize the Brick Works through a process of "sharing space and sharing power" @TOurbangrowers @greenthumbgrows @Capital_Growth

[Food Secure Canada @FoodSecureCAN]

New funding is available for community-based, not-for-profit organizations to improve their food systems through investments in infrastructure that are directly related to addressing food insecurities. @AAFC_Canada More here: https://t.co/52oWpGreFx

[Carrot Cache @CarrotCache]

@PaulTaylorTO Thank you, as always @PaulTaylorTO

[Green Economy London @GreenEconomyLDN]

1/2 Chippewas of the Thames First Nation's Community Composting Project!! Read all about it in our newest blog post! https://t.co/T6dKBm0Y9J ♻️🌳 @OfficialCottfn @LondonEnviroNet @CityofLdnOnt @rfldn @enviro_stewards @Convertusgroup @CarrotCache

[Carrot Cache @CarrotCache]

Glad to see some urban farm coverage today! Check out @sundanceharvest on IG https://t.co/Sb9krqippU

[Wastenot Farms @WastenotWorm]

We found our pivot! Residential compost pickup + soil delivery in the GTA. Check out https://t.co/NeJYdRoof5 to get started! #earthday2020 #covidpivot #feedtheworms

[Toronto Food Policy Council (TFPC) @TOfoodpolicy]

Do you have a creative food idea that would create new opportunities and visibility for Indigenous-led arts and culture? The Indigenous Arts and Culture Partnerships Fund is now accepting applications! Deadline to apply is Thursday, May 14. @cityoftoronto https://t.co/86vSzIgJmV

[FoodShare @FoodShareTO]

In this time of crisis, we recognize that not everyone is affected equally and that the most vulnerable include migrant agricultural workers. @MigrantRightsCA is taking action https://t.co/CGtrBmEUUg #COVIDー19 #Covid19 #COVIDCanada #pandemic #Crisis

[Canadian Organic Growers @CanadianOrganic]

With many Seedy Saturdays cancelled this month, there are still ways to support local seed keepers across the country including by purchasing your seeds online!

Seeds of Diversity Canada has a list of all the seed companies in Canada! 👏

https://t.co/L7LozYVaLO

[Carrot Cache @CarrotCache]

Excited to learn about this program to help growers transition to certified organic!

[Canadian Organic Growers @CanadianOrganic]

Our GEOO program is now accepting new applicants!

Are you a farmer in Eastern Ontario looking to transition to certifed organic production? We offer a wide variety of support to help farmers succeed.

Application period open until April 1st.

https://t.co/uWkcAHKZTM

[Toronto Food Policy Council (TFPC) @TOfoodpolicy]

Do you have a creative food idea that would create new opportunities and visibility for Indigenous-led arts and culture? The Indigenous Arts and Culture Partnerships Fund is now accepting applications! Deadline to apply is Thursday, May 14. @cityoftoronto https://t.co/86vSzIgJmV