Reports

Land access issues for Black and Indigenous people in British Columbia (BC) have been deeply rooted in historical injustices, colonization, and systemic barriers. This community-led project examined how policy affects equitable land access in the territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples (the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations) and the W̲SÁNEĆ peoples (the W̲JOȽEȽP (Tsartlip), BOḰEĆEN (Pauquachin), SȾÁUTW̲ (Tsawout), W̲SIḴEM (Tseycum), and MÁLEXEȽ (Malahat) Nations) - the District of

Researched by Nelly Jimenez, this report maps out the challenges agri-food makers face—especially underrepresented ones—and highlights opportunities to build a more inclusive local food system. It’s a tool for changemakers, policymakers, and anyone invested in food equity in the Capital Region. Download the report English: Spanish

We launched the project known as Culturally Relevant Crops for our Communities (CRCC), during which we conducted surveys to gather recommendations from culturally diverse groups about the types of crops they desired to see local farmers grow in Victoria. Culturally significant foods play a pivotal role in connecting us with ancestral foodways, contributing to overall health, and preserving cultural ties, especially for newcomers. In acknowledgment of the disconnection experie

We launched the project known as Culturally Relevant Crops for our Communities (CRCC), during which we conducted surveys to gather recommendations from culturally diverse groups about the types of crops they desired to see local farmers grow in Victoria. Culturally significant foods play a pivotal role in connecting us with ancestral foodways, contributing to overall health, and preserving cultural ties, especially for newcomers. In acknowledgment of the disconnection experie

Food insecurity is a prevalent issue amongst communities of colour in Canada. As a grassroots organization, Iyé Creative (Iyé) prioritizes community-led solutions for sustainable change. Through research, community building and cross-collaboration, Iyé works alongside communities to identify and address barriers that impede communities of color from accessing land as well as nutritious and culturally relevant food. This exploratory study, highlights community issues that lea