North Shore Table Matters Program
About Us
At Table Matters we aim to support and grow sustainable food systems and food security on the North Shore. We envision the North Shore as a place with an increasingly integrated, vibrant and resilient food system.
Table Matters facilitates a community hub for food providers on the North Shore to come together to collaborate on projects and initiatives and share best practices.
What We Do
We Connect
We work to engage diverse sectors of the community and support the development of partnerships and projects to address community needs and align with the North Shore Community Food Charter.
We Support
We support and connect local food providers, governments and organizations with a focus on local food systems and food security on the North Shore.
We Grow
We cultivate leadership and support collective action so we can learn and grow together as a community through events, partnerships and initiatives.
Who are North Shore Food Providers?
Organizations or businesses that offer:
- Free or low-cost groceries
- Prepared meals
- Food services for seniors
- Food services for children & schools
- Support services & food recovery
The North Shore Food Providers meet quarterly to share best practices, highlight successes and collaborate on projects, initiatives and events.
Looking for more information about the North Shore Food Providers? Please email coordinator@tablematters.ca
What is food security?
Food security is when all people have physical, social and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food – food that meets their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life.
What is a food system?
Food systems, including the way food is produced, processed, distributed, consumed, and disposed of, have direct impacts on the lives of Canadians and are integral to the well-being of communities.
A resilient food system is...
one that can withstand and recover from disruptions to ensure a sufficient supply of acceptable and accessible food for everyone. A resilient food system is important because of the world’s changing climate, increasing population, and complex supply chains.
