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A look at the community of Gespeg: A cold storage facility project honouring Mi’gmaq traditions – FNQLEDC

by ahnationtalk on January 13, 202586 Views

January 13, 2025

Sarah Manzano, Communications & Public Relations Project Officer

In 2022, the community of Gespeg took an important step thanks to the support of the Local Food Infrastructure Fund (LFIF). With the financial support obtained from this fund, the community was able to invest in the equipment necessary for the operation of their cold storage facility, a key element for transforming and enhancing products from community hunting and fishing.

What is the LFIF?

The Local Food Infrastructure Fund (LFIF) plays a key role in strengthening food security in communities across the country. By supporting local projects, this program aims to increase access to nutritious, local and culturally appropriate foods.

The goal is clear: to equip and support initiatives that make a real difference with a special emphasis on ensuring equity for certain groups, including Indigenous and Black communities, using a concrete approach to building more just and inclusive food systems.

Read More: https://cdepnql.org/en/blog/a-look-at-the-community-of-gespec-a-cold-storage-facility-project-honouring-migmaq-traditions/

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