Food Security

Food security is a broad concept, encompassing the safety, quality and sustainability of our food supply. 

It's not just about having enough food to eat. It's about ensuring that all people have equal access to healthy, culturally-appropriate food produced in a sustainable way.

Learn more about food security

Evaluation of VCH Community Food Action Initiative October 2011 This report presents the findings of an evaluation of the Community Food Action Initiative (CFAI), a health promotion initiative that supports community-led solutions to improve food security in VCH communities.

Food Security Progress Report 2010 An outline of our progress in addressing food security issues.

Food Security and Housing in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside An overview of the housing and food security needs of the hard to house population in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside and an outline of policy options to address these needs.

VCH Food Security Profile - July 2008 Provincial and local food security data.

Food Security: A Framework for Action (Summary) - July 2008 A summary of our food security framework plan.

Food Security: A Framework for Action (Full Report) - July 2008 An outline of how we are supporting communities to address food security.

Presentations

Basics of Micro-processing Erin Nichols, Tarragon Foods Inc, presentation - March 2009

Community Food Charters: What they are and When to Use Them Barbara Joughin, Vancouver Food Policy Council, presentation - November 2008

Local Food and You Vancouver Coastal Health presentation - June 2008