Connecting Regional Food Systems
The Kootenay Food Council brings people, ideas, and information together to build connections across our regional food system. We turn isolated efforts into shared understanding and practical collaboration that enables stronger, more resilient communities.
How do we build a strong regional food system?
We build it by taking part, connecting with the people and places behind our food, strengthening local networks, and working together on shared challenges.
Explore the four pathways below to see how each action supports the whole.
A stronger regional food system
Four ways to take part. Every action strengthens the whole.
Work Together — Food-system challenges require coordination.
Bring people, knowledge, and resources together to create practical regional solutions.
For residents and community members:
- Find local food
- Explore the directory
- Learn about the regional food system
- Read stories and resources
- Get Involved
- Attend events
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For farms, businesses, organizations, institutions, governments, and funders:
- Add or update a directory listing
- Explore regional initiatives (our projects and partner projects)
- Join a network – Links to Grow & Connect networks (a concept we are exploring)
- Council Meetings and Members
- Support the work
● Our Impact
Real human connection drives real results
A few compelling indicators showing what is happening across the region. View the full Report Card.
Since 2016
A concise view of what the Council has helped convene, connect, research, or advance.
Connect & Research
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Fruit Creek Farms
Meet the Farmers
Farm & Food Directory
Discover food grown, made, and shared across the Kootenays.
The following link to a main directory page
Turning Connection Into Action
Strengthening Regional Coordination
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Improving Access To Local Food
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Building Knowledge & Shared Understanding
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Turning Connection Into Action
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Strengthening Regional Coordination
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Improving Access To Local Food
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Building Knowledge & Shared Understanding
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You Can Make A Difference
Be part of a stronger regional food system
Whether you are a resident, farmer, food business, community organization, institution or local government, there is a place for you in this work.
Stay Connected To Your Food
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