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The Atlantic Food Action Coalition (AFAC) is excited to host the second iteration of Dig In Atlantic Canada Food Systems Summit! Dig In 2.0 Atlantic Canada Food Systems Summit will take place November 22-24th, 2024 on Epekwitk – Prince Edward Island.
In November 2022, Dig In 1 gathered 200+ food systems-focused individuals and organizations from across Atlantic Canada in Debert, Nova Scotia for a first-of-its-kind (in the region), food-systems summit. After an inspiring first event, we look forward to spreading the love for local food systems across the region, with Dig In 2.0 being held in Charlottetown.
Building on lessons from Dig In 1, the theme of Dig In 2.0 shifts from education and awareness towards building collaboration and solidarity among food systems actors across Atlantic Canada. We believe in-person gatherings are invaluable in an effort to build on existing relationships, foster new collaborations, and spend time learning from each other’s successes and challenges to create stronger, more resilient food systems across the region.
Dig In 2.0 Objectives:
- Foster collaboration and the strengthening of partnerships (new and existing) among food systems actors across Atlantic Canada
- Engage food systems actors to enhance equity, resilience, and sustainability by enacting alternative models of food systems
- Amplify, scale, replicate, or leverage the work of existing food-systems projects and organizations
Food systems stakeholders from all four provinces from various sectors including farmers, fishers, processors, distributors, retailers, policymakers, nonprofits, community groups, government representatives, individuals, etc. will engage in discussions to learn about one another’s successes and challenges with a goal of breaking down silos to build stronger networks of support and cooperation. By sharing knowledge and resources, the summit seeks to foster the continued creation of more resilient and interconnected food systems that can better withstand economic, environmental, and social changes & challenges. Attendees will have the opportunity to forge new partnerships and strengthen existing ones, fostering a sense of community & mutual support.
For more information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dig-in-20-atlantic-canada-food-systems-summit-tickets-1003048142997?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1