Project

Issues

The food systems of Indigenous Peoples have existed for thousands of years and are recognized for being sustainable and respectful of nature. While Indigenous peoples have demonstrated resilience and leadership in maintaining their traditional food systems, most North American Indigenous communities face traditional food system shortages and crises.

Aim

This initiative aims to better understand the current state of traditional food systems of Indigenous Peoples in North America; support the revitalization of networks and relationships among Indigenous Peoples across North America to foster knowledge exchange and partnerships; and to raise awareness and promote the respect of Indigenous resiliency and leadership in policies, activities, and decisions affecting Indigenous Peoples’ traditional food systems.

Deliverables

• A research report on the state of Indigenous Peoples’ traditional food systems across North America, including an overview of these systems, examples, challenges, and opportunities.
• An Indigenous-led gathering on North American Indigenous Peoples’ traditional food systems which will serve as a platform for the exchange of knowledge and experiences on Indigenous Peoples’ traditional food systems
• A final project report, with a summary of activities, findings, and recommendations, including possible areas of work for the CEC on the integration of Indigenous Knowledge (IK), Indigenous perspectives, and food system resiliency.