January 2013
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January 2013
Just Food January 2013 Newsletter Food-focused news and events in the Ottawa region See below for more information on the following: Just Food News and Events 1. Reminder: Just Food Start-up Farm Orientation Session – Monday January 14 2. A Special Just Food Members-Only Event – January 22 3. Making a Living on 1.5 acres: Techniques for Small Scale Intensive Organic Market Gardening – January 25 4. Local Food, Wine & Beer (Savour Ottawa Industry Networking Event) – January 29 For food businesses and farmers only 5. Community Gardening Network Workshops – January 22 and 29 6. Visit Just Food at the Guelph Organic Conference and Expo January 31 - February 3 7. The Community Garden Development Fund 2013 – Deadline to apply: February 4 8. Just Food Internship Opportunities – Deadline to apply: February 4 9. Just Food at St. Basil's - February 28 10. Local Savour Ottawa farmer receives the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal Please note: The initiatives in this section are available in French only 11. Vous êtes intéressé par l’agriculture? Répondez à notre sondage en ligne - date limite le 18 janvier Vous pourriez gagner un chèque cadeau de 200 $! 12. Webinaire sur la façon d'intégrer la conservation des semences dans une production maraîchère - Mardi le 15 janvier 13. Atelier sur les techniques en vue d'atteindre la rentabilité sur 1,5 acre de maraîchage biologique sur petite surface - Samedi le 26 janvier 14. Cours L’Explorateur Explorer le rêve d’exploiter une petite ferme: Le démarrage d'une entreprise agricole vous convient-il? Les 5,12 et 19 février Other Community News and Events 15. Eating Healthy Workshops at Sandy Hill Community Healthy Centre – January 15, 22, 29, February 5 16. Presenté par l'Union des cultivateurs franco-ontariens (UCFO) : Exploration des occasions à valeur ajoutée – le 15 janvier 17. Reminder: Sustain Ontario is seeking an Acting Director – Deadline January 16 18. Premier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence: Deadline January 18 19. The Table in Perth seeks a Garden Program Coordinator – Deadline January 23 20. Social Action Movie Night at Overbrook Community Centre January 30 21. Growing Healthy Communities Forum – February 15 22. Seedy Saturday in Ottawa – Call for Exhibitors 23. Nutrition and Cooking Activities and Programs at CCHC Calendar of Events If you received this monthly newsletter from someone else and would like to receive it directly – subscribe to Just Food (it’s free!) Simply, fill out the online form in the ‘Take Action’ section of our website: www.justfood.ca. You will automatically receive this newsletter once a month. If you haven’t received it after signing up, if you have a food event or issue that you would like posted on this newsletter, please email us directly ([email protected]). If you would like to be taken off this distribution list, you may unsubscribe at the bottom of this newsletter. Although all volunteers and community partners of Just Food want to ensure Ottawa has a vibrant, accessible, sustainable food system, we have many diverse perspectives on how to get there. Just Food welcomes this diversity and believes that it is through working collaboratively with different opinions that we will arrive at food security for all. Any information that Just Food sends can include information from different community members and community partners and does not necessarily reflect the opinions of Just Food. If you ever have a question about any information listed here, please do not hesitate to email [email protected] or call 613-699-6850 x10. Just Food News and Events 1. Reminder: Just Food Start-up Farm Orientation Session – January 14 A test-cropper at the Just Food Start-up Farm is someone who is interested in farming as a business, and wishes to access land, shared equipment and training focused on production and business/marketing to assist in transitioning to a successful farm start-up. A test-cropper will receive access to ¼ acre in 2013. Upon successful completion of the year and a business plan forward, a test-cropper will move to become a start-up farm with ½ acre in year 2, and a full acre in year 3. All interested are invited to an orientation session to learn the specifics of this opportunity: When: Monday, January 14, 7-8:30 pm Where: Blackburn Hamlet Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 199 Glen Park Drive (at Innes/Bearbrook) – note change of location Registration Required. Please register by emailing [email protected] or calling 613-699-6850 x10. 2. A Special Just Food Members-Only Event – January 22 A number of important gatherings in the sustainable food movement happened in Canada this past fall and Just Food Executive Director Moe Garahan was in attendance to make presentations and participate in the discussions. Moe and others will share the latest news and analysis from the Food Secure Canada and Sustain Ontario meetings, followed by a broader discussion about how this can affect our collective food and farming activities in the Ottawa region. If you haven’t already become a member of Just Food, now would be a good time! Click here: http://www.justfood.ca/membership/index.php When: January 22 Where: to be given upon registration Please register at [email protected] or 613 699 6850 x10 3. Making a Living on 1.5 acres: Techniques for Small Scale Intensive Organic Market Gardening – January 25 During this presentation, Jean-Martin will talk about their farm and introduce the ins and outs of their production system – from use of their walk-behind tractor and 30-inch permanent no-till bed system; to how they have kept their operational costs low; to intensive crop spacing that has allowed them to more than triple production over average row system yields. Since 2004, Jean-Martin Fortier and his wife have been making a good living by growing on less than 1½ acres, on their farm Les Jardins de la Grelinette in Quebec, just north of the Vermont border. Last year, they sold more than $130,000 worth of vegetables, selling at two farmers’ markets and through their 140 member, 21-week CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). How they do this is the focus of a book Jean-Martin recently authored in French called Le jardinier-maraîcher: manuel d’agriculture biologique sur petite surface. Jean-Martin’s explanation for their success is that rather than concentrating on growing bigger, they’ve focused on growing better. He is looking forward to sharing some of the strategies and techniques that he and his wife have finetuned over the years, in order to create a farm that is efficient, ecological and most importantly: profitable. When: Friday, January 25 7pm-9pm (English session) Admission free RSVP required – location given with RSVP To register for this event, please contact [email protected], 613 699-6850 x10 For more information on Jean-Martin’s book visit www.lejardiniermaraicher.com. 4. Savour Ottawa Industry Networking Event: Local Food, Wine & Beer– January 29 This event is for farmers and food businesses in the region Join local wine makers, brewers and farmers for an afternoon of tasting, sipping and networking or for an informative demonstration. Drop in anytime between 2 and 5pm tomeet, greet and set up your local food purchases for 2013. When: Tuesday January 29, 2-5 pm Where: The Canadian Room, Fairmont Chateau Laurier Information about the demonstrations will be available on the website. For more information: contact Heather at [email protected] or 613-699-6850 x13. www.savourottawa.ca 5. Community Gardening Network Workshops – January 22 and 29 Workshop: How to Apply to the Community Garden Development Fund All are welcome to attend. Free. When: Tuesday January 22, 7 – 8 pm Where: Centretown Community Health Centre at 420 Cooper St. Workshop: How to Start a Community Garden If you are interested in starting a garden in your neighbourhood, be sure to attend this FREE workshop where you will learn the steps involved in starting a community garden, the supports available, and much more. When: Tuesday, January 29, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Where: Centretown Community Health Centre at 420 Cooper St. Street parking available. Contact Jasmine at [email protected] to reserve your spot. * Note: this is a required workshop for all who are applying for project funding through the Community Garden Development Fund. Please contact Terri at [email protected] for any inquiries. 6. Visit Just Food at the Guelph Organic Conference and Expo January 31 - February 3 Organics - What's the Buzz? This annual four-day event is geared to farming and food businesses, and anyone with a professional, academic or community interest in organics. Choose from a variety of workshops, take in the tradeshow and take advantage of the networking opportunities. Be sure to visit the Just Food booth in partnership with the FarmOn Alliance. When: Thursday, January 31 - Sunday, February 3 Where: Guelph University Centre, Guelph, Ontario For more information and to register: http://www.guelphorganicconf.ca/ 7. The Community Garden Development Fund 2013 – Application Deadline February 4 Application forms for the CGDF 2013 are posted on the Just Food website Completed proposals are due by February 4 at noon. Please send your completed application to: [email protected]. If you have any questions regarding this application or the CGDF please contact Terri at 613-699-6850 x12 8. Just Food Internship Opportunities – Deadline Monday February 4 Please send your resumé and cover letter to: [email protected] before Monday, February 4, 2013 - 4:00pm For more information about Just Food and these programs, please seewww.justfood.ca Internship Conditions: The internship is for 2 or 3 days per week. Hours are flexible and some work can be done from home. We are looking for 1 internship position, for either 4 or 8 month periods. Requirements: Keen interest in, commitment to, and some knowledge of local agriculture, community-based initiatives and community economic development. • Ability to work independently in an office environment • Comfortable and confident in speaking with members of the public and initiative stakeholders • Strong organizational skills. • Ability to multi-task. • Strong attention to detail. • Ability to balance taking initiative with strong team communication skills. • Two intern positions are available: A) Savour Ottawa program B) Start-Up Farm For more details: http://www.justfood.ca/downloads/2013_January_Intern_Posting.pdf 9. Just Food at St. Basil's – February 28 As part of the St. Basil's Social Justice Lenten Film/Presentation Series, one evening will be devoted to Food Justice. Film: "Seeds of Freedom" Discussion facilitators: Moe Garahan - Just Food, Chris Bisson – Permaculture Ottawa When: Thursday, February 28, 7.30 pm Where: St. Basil's Church (Maitland and Queensway) For more information: Margaret Bott - 613 820 9595 10. Local Savour Ottawa farmer receives the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal On November 22, 2012, Pierre Poilievre, Member of Parliament for NepeanCarleton, hosted a ceremony in Kars to honour four individuals with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. These four citizens have been champions of the rural way of life, contributing to their communities in a number of inspirational ways. Mr. Paul Mussell, of Clarmell on the Rideau Farm, was recognized because of his dedication to giving back to his community. Mr. Mussell is the past president of the Ottawa Federation of Agriculture, the Carleton County Holstein Club, and the Osgoode Township Fish Game and Conservation Club – a club which he also founded. As a local comedian, he lives surrounded by material for his comedy; his farm, his family, his church – the everyday. In over a dozen years as a professional entertainer, audiences have enjoyed his blend of clean, rural humour, which pokes fun at farm life. He also recognizes the importance of giving back to the community by volunteering his time and skills for charities like the Ottawa Food Bank and Plowing for a Cure. Paul is a champion of the rural way of life. Congratulations to Paul and his family! *Please note the following training opportunities are offered in French only Please share with your networks and add to your newsletters S'il vous plaît partager avec vos réseaux et ajouter à vos bulletins 11. Vous êtes intéressé par l’agriculture? Sondage en ligne – date limite le 18 janvier Courez la chance de gagner un chèque cadeau de 200 $! Pour vous inscrire à notre concours et courir la chance de gagner un chèque cadeau de 200 $ à votre boutique préférée d'articles de ferme ou de jardinage, n'oubliez pas de noter vos coordonnées à la fin du sondage. www.alimentationjuste.ca/agriculture Il a été créé par l’Alliance Farm-ON, un partenariat provincial d’organismes dont le mandat consiste à appuyer une nouvelle génération d’exploitations agricoles et d’agriculteurs locaux et économiquement viables. Notre objectif est de déterminer les besoins de formation et de ressources didactiques dans le domaine agricole en Ontario. Merci de prendre le temps d’appuyer cette démarche! Pour de plus amples renseignements, veuillez vous adresser à Alexandra English par courriel [email protected] ou par téléphone 519.836.7056, poste 104. 12. Webinaire sur la façon d'intégrer la conservation des semences dans une production maraîchère Mardi 15 janvier (19 h à 20 h 30) À l’intention des agriculteurs nouveaux ou établis-peut aussi intéresser les jardiniers sérieux. Présenté par l’Alliance Farm-ON en partenariat avec Cultivons Biologique Canada Les maraîchers ont de bonnes possibilités comme semenciers. Ils sont équipés pour gérer une production diversifiée, ils savent ce qu'ils veulent dans leurs variétés de légumes et ils peuvent récolter une partie de leurs cultures de semences pour les vendre comme légumes. Bien sûr, il faut considérer la maind'œuvre, les distances d’isolement et les superficies nécessaires si vous ajoutez des cultures de semences sur votre ferme. Cela en vaut toutefois la peine, pour augmenter votre diversité agroécologique, réduire vos dépenses, garantir une source pour certaines variétés critiques et peut-être même diversifier vos sources de revenus. Daniel Brisebois est l'un des cinq fermiers de la ferme coopérative Tourne-Sol. Il est coauteur de « Crop Planning for Organic Vegetable Growers ». Daniel rédige un blogue sur la production de semences (goingtoseed.wordpress.com). Daniel siège au comité de direction du Réseau des semenciers biologique de l'Est du Canada et il est président de Cultivons Biologique Canada. Vous pouvez le contacter à [email protected] Coût : 20 $ Pour obtenir plus d’information contactez : [email protected] ou 519 836 7046, poste 104 Inscriptions : http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/1117034/Webinaire-sur-commentint-grer-la-conservation-de-semences-dans-une-production-mara-chre 13. Atélier sur les techniques en vue d'atteindre la rentabilité sur 1,5 acre de maraîchage biologique sur petite surface Samedi le 26 janvier (10h à 16h 30) Alimentation juste, 2389 Pepin Court, Ottawa À l’intention des agriculteurs nouveaux ou établis Coût : 25 $ par personne ou 40 $ pour deux personnes partageant le même rêve agricole (famille, partenaire d’affaires, etc.) Pour obtenir plus d’information et pour vous inscrire contactez: Julia Faulkner (819) 776-9693 ou [email protected] Est-il nécessaire d’augmenter la taille d’une ferme maraîchère diversifiée afin d’augmenter sa production et sa rentabilité? Y a-t-il d’autres façons d'améliorer sa rentabilité? Depuis 2004, la ferme de Jean-Martin Fortier et son épouse leur permet de subvenir à leurs besoins. Les Jardins de la Grelinette, une ferme située juste au nord de la frontière du Vermont au Québec, s'étendent sur une superficie d’une acre et demie. L'an dernier, grâce à leur participation à deux marchés publics et à un programme d’ASC de 140 membres étalé sur 21 semaines, ils ont vendu pour plus de 130 000 dollars de légumes. Cet atelier va expliquer comment ils ont réussi cet exploit, selon le thème de l’ouvrage de Jean-Martin intitulé Le jardinier-maraîcher : manuel d’agriculture biologique sur petite surface. Pour en savoir plus au sujet du livre de Jean-Martin, veuillez consulter lewww.lejardiniermaraicher.com. 14. Cours L’Explorateur : Explorer le rêve d’exploiter une petite ferme : Le démarrage d'une entreprise agricole vous convientil? Les mardi, 5,12 et 19 février (18 h à 21 h) À Oxfam, 39, avenue McArthur (salle polyvalente) Animatrice-formatrice : Geneviève Grossenbacher Coût : 30 $ par personne ou 45 $ pour deux personnes partageant le même rêve agricole (famille, partenaire d’affaires, etc.) Le cours est subventionné avec l’aide financière du fonds pour l’avenir de la Fondation Trillium de l’Ontario Pour obtenir plus d’information et pour vous inscrire contactez: Julia Faulkner (819) 776-9693 ou [email protected] Explorer votre nouveau rêve agricole est un cours destiné aux gens qui songent à démarrer une entreprise agricole commerciale (agriculture en vue d'un profit plutôt qu'à titre de loisir ou de passe-temps). Élaboré par le New England Small Farm Institute (NESFI), le cours aide les aspirants fermiers à découvrir ce dont ils ont besoin pour démarrer et gérer leur rêve agricole et déterminer si cela leur convient. Dans le cadre de trois séances de trois heures, L'Explorateur explore l'agriculture en tant que carrière à partir d'une approche axée sur l'apprenant. On y explore notamment les questions suivantes : « Le démarrage d'une entreprise agricole me convient-il? » • Quels sont les traits de personnalité et les compétences nécessaires pour divers types de production et de commercialisation? • Quels sont les traits et les compétences que je possède déjà? • Ai-je le temps, l'énergie et le niveau d'engagement requis pour gérer une entreprise agricole? • Suis-je réaliste quant aux gratifications financières d'une entreprise agricole? • Ai-je les moyens d'attendre que mon entreprise devienne rentable? • Suis-je conscient de l'investissement en capital dont je pourrais avoir besoin? • Suis-je au courant de l'environnement réglementaire dans lequel je vais travailler? • Comment puis-je m'initier en pratique au travail sur une ferme? _________________________________________________________________ Other Community News and Events 15. Healthy Eating Workshops at Sandy Hill Community Health Centre Basic Skills Cooking Group - Try some new recipes, Make some new friends When: January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Where: Sandy Hill Community Health Centre, 221 Nelson Street (corner of Rideau and Nelson) Free! Offered by: Olly Wodin, Dietitian For more information or to register: Phone Olly at 244-2792 16. Presenté par l'Union des cultivateurs franco-ontariens (UCFO) : Exploration des occasions à valeur ajoutée – le 15 janvier Tenue d'un atelier d'une journée pour les agriculteurs et les entrepreneurs ruraux qui souhaitent évaluer la possibilité de diversifier leur production/service. Date de l’atelier : le 15 janvier 2013, 10h00 à 15h30 Adresse municipale de l’atelier : 31, rue St-Paul, Alfred, ON (Campus d’Alfred de l’Université de Guelph) Local 264 Coût d’inscription : 10 $ par membre UCFO 20 $ pour les non-membres Pour vous inscrire contactez: [email protected] 17. Sustain Ontario is seeking an Acting Director – Deadline January 16 At this significant time for local, sustainable food systems, Sustain Ontario – The Alliance for Healthy Food and Farming, a Project of Tides Canada Initiatives Society, is seeking an Acting Director to provide support and mentorship while the current director is on parental leave for one year. Sustain Ontario is a province-wide, cross-sectoral alliance that promotes healthy food and farming. Sustain Ontario takes a collaborative approach to research, policy development and action by addressing the intersecting issues related to healthy food and local, sustainable agriculture. Sustain Ontario advocates for a food system that is healthy, ecological, equitable and financially viable. For more information: http://sustainontario.com/2012/12/20/13764/news/sustain-ontarioseeks-acting-director 18. Premier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence: Application Deadline January 18, 2013 The Premier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence program encourages the development of our rural communities, farms, agri-food processors and agrifood organizations by adding value to existing products, creating jobs and driving economic growth. Who can apply? A farmer, primary producer, processor, or agri-food related organizations are all eligible for recognition under this initiative. Applicants must be in compliance with all applicable federal, provincial and municipal legislation that apply to the operation of the innovation. This year’s applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 18, 2013.Eligible applications will be reviewed by two independent panels comprised of a cross-section of Ontario’s agri-food industry. Additional information, guidelines and application forms are available on the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs website (http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/premier_award/app_info.htm) or by calling the Agricultural Information Contact Centre at 1-877-424-1300. 19. The Table in Perth seeks a Garden Program Coordinator – Deadline January 23 The Table Community Food Centre offers food access through the food bank and community meals, cooking, gardening and advocacy programs. These programs aim to improve access to healthy food in a way that maintains dignity, builds community and challenges inequality. For more information: http://thetablecfc.org/ (and scroll down) 20. Social Action Movie Night: Public Discussion about Food – January 30 Transforming Communities warmly invites you to a public discussion on food through our Social Action Movie Night. When: Wednesday, January 30 Where: Overbrook Community Centre - 33 Quill St. 6-7 pm Potluck Supper (Bring something to share) 7-9 pm (or so) Film and discussion Hijacked Future: (45 mins) A Canadian film by Ashnan films that looks at the efforts of small farmers to maintain autonomy and sovereignty over their seeds and livelihoods. It also covers the industrialization of our food processes and takes a close look at the power relations between big companies and smaller farmers and the importance of maintaining diversity in the food system and of saving heritage seeds. http://www.hijackedfuture.com/ 21. Growing Healthy Communities Forum – February 15 After the success of last year’s event, the Canadian Organic Growers’ Growing Up Organicprogram is planning for the second annual Growing Healthy Communities Forum. This year, the forum will focus on healthy, local, sustainable food in schools and innovative responses to the new Ontario School Food and Beverage Policy. Several schools, in Ottawa and across Canada, have developed successful programs to integrate healthy sustainable food into their cafeterias and school meal programs. They hope to engage participants in a fruitful discussion to identify barriers to and strategies for overcoming the challenges of bringing healthier, more sustainable food to our schools. When: February 15, 5-8 pm Where: Heritage Academy, 207 Bayswater Ave. They welcome educators, parents, food activists, chefs, nutritionists, and anyone else interested in these issues to attend the forum! To register: http://growinghealthycommunitiesforum.eventbrite.ca/ There is a suggested donation of $10 to register for this event, or you can pay at the door. 22. Seedy Saturday Ottawa 2013 – Call for Exhibitors – Deadline February 15 Information on Seedy Saturday, the call for exhibitors, and a call for garden speakers Seedy Saturday in Ottawa will be on March 2, 2013 from 10 am to 3 pm. This popular event will take place at Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre, Britannia Beach, 102 Greenview Ave. Seedy Saturday is primarily a seed sale and exchange, however all businesses and associations of an organic, horticultural or ecological nature have a place. The fee for the day is 30$ for each space (7’ which include a 6’ table and 2 chairs) and electricity if needed. Proceeds for the day will go to Seeds of Diversity Canada. Please bring your tablecloth and whatever else you need to display and promote your products and services. A swap table will be set up; each item brought to the table allows you to exchange it for another item. As a vendor, please try to leave a few items (nothing expensive) on the table in the morning so that customers have a full table to choose from. The items can be seeds, plants, cuttings, booklets, magazines and any other garden related objects. SET-UP will begin at 8 am and should be completed before 10 am. OPEN to the Public 10 am to 3 pm TEAR-DOWN will begin at 3 pm and the premises must be vacated before 4 pm Each exhibitor will be assigned a space, including a 6' table and chairs. Food and refreshments will be available. No exhibitor may sell ready-to-eat food and beverages. The Bread Lady is taking care of the food again. If you are interested in being an exhibitor please contact Greta Kryger at [email protected] Spaces are limited. Registration deadline is February 15. They are also looking for speakers for the gardening talks that take place in the garden room every hour starting at 10:30. 23. Nutrition and Cooking Activities and Programs at CCHC The Centretown Community Health Centre is offer a variety of nutrition and cooking activities and programs. Check them out here:http://www.centretownchc.org/en/programs-and-services/seasonalprogramming-winter/cooking-nutrition.aspx Calendar of Events SUN MON TUES WED THU FRI SAT JAN 14 Just 13 Food Startup Farm Orientation Session 15 Healthy Eating Workshop -Webinaire -Exploration des occasions à valeur ajoutée 16 17 Sustain Ontario Director job application deadline 18 Premier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence: Application Deadline -Fin du Sondage en Ligne 20 22 Healthy Eating 23 The Table job 25 26 Making a Atelier sur Living on 1.5 les 21 24 19 Workshop -Just Food Members Evening -How to Apply to the CGDF application deadline Acres techniques 27 28 29 Healthy Eating Workshop -Savour Ottawa Industry Networking Event -How to Start a Community Garden 30 Social Action Movie Night 31 FEB 1 2 3 4 Community Garden Development Fund Proposal Deadline 5 Healthy Eating Workshop -Cours L’Explorateur 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Cours L’Explorateur 13 14 15 16 Growing Healthy Communities Forum 17 18 19 Cours L’Explorateur 20 21 24 25 26 27 28 St. Basil’s Social Justice Lenten Film/Presentation 22 23 Support our work: Become a member of Just Food Go to www.justfood.ca: • to read the Mission and Values of Just Food. • to read the Rights and Responsibilities of membership. • to sign up as a member of Just Food The annual membership fee is $25, with a sliding scale (pay-what-you-can). You can pay on-line, or send a cheque to: Just Food 2389 Pepin Court Ottawa, ON K2B 4Z3 Donate to Just Food If you wish to contribute more and receive a charitable receipt, Just Food is working with Achillea Endeavours on our farm and education-related projects. Donations for this work should be made out to Achillea Endeavours and mailed to: Achillea Endeavours 4464 Wildmint Square Ottawa, ON K1V 1N5 Please indicate that the donation is for Achillea’s work with Just Food and include your return mailing address for a charitable receipt. Thank you!