St. John's Food Policy Council

Fresh info & ideas toward a local food system where people and place flourish #EatTheCityYYT

[Federation of Canadian Municipalities @FCM_online]

Youth have important perspectives, and their democratic participation can measurably improve their communities. This #YouthDay, we encourage you to consider creating a youth council in your municipality. Our toolkit can help you get started: https://t.co/PIpraANQl9

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

Important updates from @EHSJ709 at CoTW meeting at city hall -- thinking of findings from @proofcanada that among renters, the odds of being food insecure in NL doubled between 2011-12 and 2017-18 - and this has likely deepened with current rental and homelessness situation

[Happy City St.John's @HappyCitySJ]

Today's CotW is starting with a presentation by Simone Lilly, Manager of Community Investment at End Homelessness St. John's: https://t.co/oSEYo1urG5

[Tombolo Festival @tombolofestival]

OKAN opens St. John's Tombolo Multicultural Festival 2022 at the St. John's Arts and Culture Centre on Friday, August 5th at 7 pm.@ACCStJohns @ANC_of_NL

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

Amazing schedule of events all day in recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day!

[First Light @FirstLight_NL]

Here’s what's in store for National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations - we can’t wait to see you there! 🎉

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

Exciting role to support new food programs - deadline to apply is Tues June 21st! #EatTheCityYYT

[Food First NL @foodfirstNL]

Come join the team!

We are hiring for a full-time Regional Animator in the St. John's Metro area and a part-time Program Assistant with the Helpline. Details at: https://t.co/ghhLi0qqYb

More Regional Animator positions will be posted in the near future, so keep an eye out!

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

we call on MHAs, esp @CityofStJohns reps to access federal funds for public transit @JohnAbbottnl @SiobhanCoadyNL @bernardjdavis @JimDinn @johnjhogan @PaulLaneMHA @TomOsborneMHA @SarahlStoodley to address cost of living and climate action. media release:
https://t.co/fe5ZWa5x74

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

transportation was a huge focus in the food assessment - expanded transit options means better access to groceries, school, employment, housing, and social events!

[Rosie Mullaley @Rosie_Mullaley]

At news conference at Metrobus in St. John’s today, provincial government announces expansion of Bus Pass pilot program. More people can avail of free bus rides. It was initially for those on income support. It’s expanded to include seniors and youth involved in youth services.

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

Lots to dream and plan at @HappyCitySJ Neighborhood Summit while appreciating the busy harbour location with kale plants and scallop shells in the garden

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

St. John's food assessment found that for households making over $75k/year, 92%+ drive their own car for groceries, but less than $30k? only 25-47%.. accessible transit means better food access!

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

tonight! important discussion for food security - access to food and affordability for those working in the food system!

[Planeet Community Composting / @ViviRamirezLuna @Planeet_ZW_NL]

We're hiring! Georgestown Community Composting Program is looking for a Composter Operator. No experience required. Flexible hours. Click here for more information @SJCNL709 @mmsbnl @StellasCircle @NLZeroWaste @foodfirstNL
https://t.co/L6N7FQTV0E

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

@heidi_am @drunkweather @CityofStJohns sjfpc was not asked for any input on this piece

[Food First NL @foodfirstNL]

We're recruiting new Food Animators in St. John's! This program helps people recognize strengths, develop skills + resources, and work together on food issues. Honorarium + child care + transport + $1000 project budget. Apply by midnight Sunday! Details: https://t.co/byYDMle7tu

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

Fresh Food Policy newsletter in your inboxes or read online: https://t.co/Ap2J1B1DQA

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

exciting network development - so critical to food system workers!

[Workers' Action Network NL @WorkersActionNL]

The issue of poverty wages is only one of many faced by non-unionized, low-wage workers.

Therefore, the Workers’ Action Network of Newfoundland and Labrador will replace and build upon the advocacy of the Fight for $15 and Fairness NL campaign.

A thread. 1/8

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

From the food assessment "youth raising awareness" was a top priority! This is a great opportunity to build leadership & address food system issues - tagging members @nleats @IslandRooms and Go Getters @CSCNL

[Jess Puddister @Jess_Puddister]

.@CityofStJohns calling for ppl 18-30 who wanna make this place better & elevate youth voices!

1. Youth Engagement Working Group: formal, connects to policy! (dl- Feb 16)
2. Youth Panel: informal, feedback-based (dl- Feb 9)

Apply! Share! I'm too old 🥲
https://t.co/m1s8nASjMb

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

Big gap between minimum & living wage in our city, and it shows - St. John's has the highest rate of food insecurity among Canadian cities

[VOCM News @VOCMNEWS]

Province Forms Committee to Review Minimum Wage

https://t.co/VVPWGaws5v

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

Foods that really make a place home - love to hear Dixit's view on South Asia food in the city #EattheCityYYT @StJohnsLIP @JChair_NL @sjfm

[St. John's Food Policy Council @stjohnsfpc]

Webinar today - find out more about this program for 2022!

[Food First NL @foodfirstNL]

2022 St. John's Food Animator applications are open! Food animators are folks with a passion for food and community, and want to share it with others. We're hosting a lunch-and-learn for interested folks on the 13th at 12 PM - register at this link:
https://t.co/PpKVPbRfyn