Local & Provincial Items (November)
Local
2024 Winter Farmers’ Markets:
Vernon: 1st and 3rd Saturdays at Divya Sutra on 27th Street . Check Vernon Farmer’s market for dates..
Armstrong: Every Saturday*, 10 am to 2 pm, Odd Fellows Hall Wood Avenue at Bridge St.
Armstrong Christmas Market: Dec 7th, 9 – 2 pm, Hassen Arena.
Lumby: Mon – Sat., 10 – 5 pm, indoors, Monashee Co-op. www.monasheecommunitycoop.ca
Food Security for Seniors: In an effort to become part of the solution to the growing struggles of seniors facing food insecurity, NexusBC is pleased to offer food supports to low-income seniors. If you know of anyone struggling with the cost of food, please reach out to them: 250.545.0585 ext 117 For more ways to help, go here!
Cities Thrive With Fewer Cars, Multiple Studies Reveal: Towns and cities that pursued a vision to reclaim their roads and public spaces for living, walking, and bicycling have sparked a shift with widespread benefits in public wealth, health, and happiness, new research reveals. For the full story, go here! Source: The Energy Mix
B.C. Regional Gathering in Armstrong (Nov 6th, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm): Join Organic BC and the Small Scale Meat Producers Association for a few hours of learning and socializing at Fresh Valley Farms in Armstrong. Register here!
Provincial
A "Bridge Fuel" to Hell: A new report proves LNG’s carbon footprint is 33% worse than coal. To learn more, go here (WECAN-BC) or here (Dogwood)!
School Food Grants - F2SBC: Due Nov 22th. This grant provides K-12 schools across B c with up to $1,000 in funding for their next farm-to-school initiative! The goal is to create more opportunities for B.C. students to explore, learn, and grow through food. Three ways to apply: complete an online form, schedule a call, or submit a video. For more, go here!