Ten years ago, Calgary city council embraced an ambitious plan to ensure healthy food was accessible to all residents. It was the culmination of years of advocacy and guerilla or illegal gardening by people facing food insecurity themselves. Today, pandemic-related supply chain issues and drought are driving up food prices, causing many to look again at the security of Calgary's food system. Families and individuals are having to budget and cut back on healthy food choices, sometimes for the first time. As part of CBC Calgary's High Cost of Food project, several Calgary residents have asked about collective gardening and access to land.

Source: CBC News January 07, 2022 13:23 UTC