It takes many perspectives to see a picture clearly, and it takes a wide range of skills and experiences to tackle complex situations. This is how we approach our work: together with those who are impacted and those who fight for change. This is how we understand the problems we set forth to address, and how we undertake the action required for meaningful impacts.

This is why we work tirelessly to support food systems that foster the local creation of long-term solutions that are custom-made for specific challenges. This includes the intimate understanding of lived-experience and the wisdom of generations’ old cultural solutions, paired together with academic research and technical expertise.

This is why we focus not just on the projects themselves, but also on the people who dare to make change happen. By investing in people, we create capacity, support the development of leaders, foster the success of projects, and propel the momentum of food security efforts in Manitoba.

We support the leaders and change-makers of tomorrow by creating a solid foundation through education, experience, mentorship and positive relationships. Providing the ingredients for success empowers younger generations to continue the work far beyond our presence.

To make significant progress, this understanding must be evident in our work. This is why our work includes a focus on the broader social impacts that lead to food security. We believe strongly in employing the people who are part of each community to do the work, supporting ceremonies and fostering an entrepreneurial environment.

So, we build networks of support within communities, which expand and intertwine throughout regions. We connect harvesters, elders, youth, students and teachers, passionate change-makers and eager minds together, so that sparks may ignite, illuminate, inspire and guide a journey to food security.