Growing smiles in Northern communities
Moments of connection remind us about the importance of community. One group bringing joy to communities in Northern BC, wherever they go, is Desert Hills Ranch. A dedicated food supplier from Ashcrof...
Food security
Thriving Indigenous food systems benefit all people, and our planet
Earth Day 2025 calls on us to recognize Our Power, Our Planet — not just in terms of renewable energy, but also the power of communities to lead climate action. As a white, settler dietitian and uni...
Nourishing positive environments for youth, food, and belonging
Growing up can be tough. Every day involves navigating changing physical, hormonal, emotional, and social situations. When a young person is worried about their access to food, is hungry, or is experi...
NH Gardening Policy delivers delicious homegrown food to LTC residents
The staff and residents at Gateway Residential Care Facility in Prince George and Vanderhoof’s Stuart Nechako Manor have something good growing. Topsoil (background) In 2020, after the start o...
Rural, Remote, and Indigenous Food Action Grant open for applications
In early 2022, Northern Health, in collaboration with the First Nations Health Authority, launched the new Rural, Remote and Indigenous Food Action Grant. Six projects across the Northern Health re...
Exploring myths and facts of rising food costs and household food insecurity
Household food insecurity (HFI) exists when factors outside a family’s or an individual’s control limit their access to enough foods that promote their wellbeing. In 2012, the Northern Health regi...
Up to $50,000 for your project: Apply to the Rural, Remote, and Indigenous Grants program by Feb. 17!
Are you looking to address food security or food sovereignty in your community? (See definitions below). Northern Health, in collaboration with the First Nations Healthy Authority, is pleased to an...
