I live in the capital city of Canada. Visitors to Ottawa often comment on the abundance of well-cared for public spaces and the well-organized public activities and events. For many people, it's a very nice place to raise a family. However, for 28 per cent of the population Ottawa is a place where, on daily basis you must choose between buying food for your family and paying your rent. A single mother on social assistance with two children will (after she pays her housing costs) have about $100 a month left for food, clothing and transportation. Food prices in Ottawa are also high so this mother is more likely to make her food dollars stretch by choosing lower cost processed foods than the higher cost fresh fruits, vegetables and meats.
As my commitment to solving the food security problem in my community I just ( 2 seconds ago!) joined Just Food, a local organization working toward a "just and sustainable food system in Ottawa." I'm excited! Thank you, Evoke for getting me out there.
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