Agriculture and food systems

THE MIGRATION — Regenerative and Sustainable Agriculture

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Date: 2026-02-09
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SUMMARY — Urban Agriculture & Community Gardens

Urban Agriculture & Community Gardens: A Civic Overview

SUMMARY — Salmon & Fisheries

Salmon & Fisheries in the Canadian Civic Context

SUMMARY — Indigenous Food Programs

Indigenous Food Programs in the Context of Food Security and Poverty

SUMMARY — Food Rescue & Waste Reduction

Overview of Food Rescue & Waste Reduction in the Canadian Civic Context

Food rescue and waste reduction are critical components of Canada’s broader efforts to address food security and poverty reduction. These initiatives focus on minimizing the amount of edible food that is discarded at the retail, wholesale, or consumer levels while simultaneously redistributing surplus food to those in need.

SUMMARY — Cannabis & Hemp Industry

Understanding the Cannabis & Hemp Industry in the Canadian Civic Context

The "Cannabis & Hemp Industry" topic within the BCification - Pacific Partnership hierarchy focuses on the development, regulation, and economic impact of cannabis and hemp cultivation, processing, and distribution in British Columbia. This niche is shaped by BC’s unique geographic, cultural, and regulatory environment, which has positioned it as a leader in Canada’s cannabis sector.

SUMMARY — Food Security and Poverty

Understanding Food Security and Poverty in Canada

Food security and poverty are interconnected social and economic challenges that shape the lived experiences of many Canadians. Food security refers to the ability of individuals and communities to access sufficient, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food to meet their dietary needs. Poverty, in turn, is a condition where individuals or households lack the financial resources to maintain a standard of living deemed acceptable in society.

SUMMARY — Agriculture and Food Systems

Agriculture and Food Systems in the Canadian Civic Context

Climate Change Doesn't Recognize Borders

The same weather systems sweep across Saskatchewan and the Dakotas. The same droughts parch the land. The same floods overwhelm the same watersheds. Climate change is already affecting the northern plains, and its impacts don't stop at the 49th parallel.

Observed Changes

Temperature:

What's in the Ground

The northern Great Plains sit atop remarkable resource wealth:

Saskatchewan:

• Potash: World's largest reserves, ~30% of global production
• Uranium: World-class deposits in the Athabasca Basin
• Oil: Significant production, particularly heavy oil
• Helium: Growing production from natural gas processing

North Dakota: