Food Charter

A Food Charter is a set of principles outlined by a community that articulates what they want their food systems to look like, including how they grow, harvest, process, distribute, prepare, eat and dispose of their food. Food Charters have been adopted by many communities across Canada, including small municipalities like Salmon Arm, mid-size cities like Medicine Hat, major cities like Toronto and regions such as the Shuswap. While these Charters are often presented and signed by municipalities, signatories also include businesses, public institutions (such as schools and hospitals), non-profit organizations and individuals.