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TAKE A Deep Breath Can We Implement A Just And Sustainable Food System In Calgary? We can be leaders in municipal and regional food-related policies and programs • we can support regional farmers and food producers • we can expand urban agriculture and food recovery opportunities • we can promote composting and the preservation of healthy soil • we can encourage humane treatment of animals raised for food • we can support sustainable agriculture and preserve farm land resources • we can improve access to healthy and affordable foods • we can increase the health of all members of our city • we can talk together and teach each other about food • we can celebrate the diverse food cultures of our city.	YOUR Food Policy What Is A Food Policy Council? Food Policy Councils (FPCs) are comprised of individuals from all aspects of a local food system. They are often officially sanctioned through a government action such as a City Council motion or they can ALSO be a grassroots effort. A Food Policy Council is an innovative collaboration between citizens and government officials.

PRINCIPLES Of Our Food System Community Economic Development Locally-based food systems enhance Calgary’s economy. Greater reliance on local food systems strengthens our local and regional economies, creates employment, and increases food security. Ecological Health A whole-system approach to food protects our natural resources, reduces and redirects food waste, and contributes to the environmental stability and well-being of our local, regional, and global communities. Social Justice Food is a basic human right. All residents need accessible, affordable, healthy, and culturally appropriate food. Children in particular require adequate amounts of nutritious food for normal growth and learning. Collaboration and Participation Sustainable food systems encourage civic engagement, promote responsibility, and strengthen communities. Community food security improves when local government collaborates with community groups, businesses, and other levels of government on sound food system planning, policies and practices. Celebration Sharing food is a fundamental human experience. Food brings people together in celebrations of community and diversity.	MORE Information Calgary Food Policy Wiki Calgary Food Policy Blog Calgary Food Policy Facebook Group Calgary Food Charter Facebook Group Calgary Food Security Facebook Group Calgary Urban Agriculture Facebook Group Calgary Urban Agriculture Blog Urban Agriculture Wiki On Activist.ca From The Prime Minister A letter from the Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper about the Calgary Food Summit. Click the letter to magnify.