The First Canadian Summit on Climate Action in Food Systems

This groundbreaking conference will bring forth the much needed conversation around how agriculture in Canada needs to change.Farming and food systems have played a role in climate change, but they can be the solution too. Re-shaping and modernizing food production, finance and distribution models offers the potential for agriculture to become a powerful positive influence on the natural environment. ————————————————EARLYBIRD TICKETS TO SEPT 9TH: http://bit.ly/2ysbVyp FULL PROGRAM LINE-UP: http://bit.ly/33KAJ2S ————————————————THE GOALOur goal is to create a safe place for stakeholders to explore the trends in global agriculture that threaten some models of farming and food distribution, and also to build on the fast-growing movement of regenerative agriculture and continue exploring how it addresses the modern challenges of the planet.Attendees of the Summit will leave feeling inspired and supported, with a new community of professional agriculturalists, evolved food innovators and many others who share the values of supporting locally-grown, safe and nutritious food for all. ————————————————DETAILS: – Opening reception: Sunday, Oct. 20th Summerhill Pyramid Winery 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. – Monday / Tuesday workshops: Oct. 21st-22nd from 8:00 – 5:00 p.m. Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort – Monday: Building Community reception Oct. 21st Upside Cider 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Tuesday: Gala Dinner at Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort by Celebrity Chef 7:00 p.m. – 10 p.m.————————————————WHO SHOULD ATTEND: – Anyone interested or involved in food production – Policymakers – Innovators and entrepreneurs – Farmers, golf courses, land owners interested in spraying less chemicals – Soil health advocates + activists – Conscious food consumers————————————————#exploreKelownawww.SustainableGrain.ca