Province Says Expanded Hubs Will Give More People Access To Good Food

The province will provide funding for an increased supply of affordable local food, with $7.5 million heading to the United Way British Columbia for more local food hubs.

“Everyone in B.C. needs access to food that’s healthy and affordable. But global inflation, climate disasters, and the long-lasting effects of the pandemic on supply chains have meant rapidly rising prices at grocery stores,” said Premier David Eby.

“That’s why our government is working with the United Way to expand their successful regional food hubs to help get nutritious food to more people and communities who need it most.”

The BC government is investing in the expansion of United Way regional community food hubs, including on the North Island; a network of non-profit partners, residents, businesses, all levels of government and the agricultural sector, working to give people access to food.

Programming includes food hampers and meal distribution, community gardens, food literacy and skill building, as well as funding to hire more people and improve infrastructure.

The funding will also help the implementation of a “food link”. This is an app that connects the food needs of non-profit partners and their clients to local, regional, and small-scale food organizations and suppliers, while mobilizing volunteers to transport food.

To see the full release, visit Government of British Columbia.