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Eat Local, Grow Local, Give Local in Waterloo Region

Eat Local, Grow Local, Give Local in Waterloo Region

We're excited to announce the launch of waterlooregionfood.ca. This new, free online directory lets Waterloo Region residents explore the many farms, markets, and community food organizations that make up their local food system.  Discover ways to Eat Local, from CSAs...

How community food enterprises fight inequality

How community food enterprises fight inequality

Community food enterprises (CFEs) are part of a movement to address systemic issues in the food system in a way that is dignified and redistributive.  At Open Food Network, we’ve seen the regenerative power of quality food, produced by local producers and distributed...

Community Food Enterprises: Local Businesses for Social Good

Community Food Enterprises: Local Businesses for Social Good

Have you ever heard of Community Food Enterprises? The term community food enterprises (CFEs) encompasses a diverse range of locally-owned and locally-controlled food businesses that are focused on making a positive impact for the communities they serve. Whether it’s...