Food Security Letter to the Federal Party Leaders
DVCLS joined nearly 250 organizations nationwide signing on to an open letter to federal party leaders demanding action on the growing food insecurity crisis. This campaign is being led by Community Food Centres Canada.
The letter highlights the escalating economic disruption caused by the trade war that has made the cost of living issue even more urgent. Organizations across the country are preparing for the fallout and call for greater government intervention.
In 2023, a staggering 8.7 million people—including 2.1 million children—faced food insecurity, a 49% increase from 2020. This crisis disproportionately impacts Indigenous and Black communities, driven by systems rooted in colonization and racism.
The open letter outlines three core demands:
- A national strategy to eliminate food insecurity, backed by measurable targets and timelines.
- Increased investment in income supports and social programs, grounded in the understanding that poverty is the root cause of hunger.
- Recognition and support for Indigenous food sovereignty, including the protection of hunting, fishing, and harvesting rights as essential to self-determination and long-term food security.
The letter is part of a national #NoMoreScraps campaign, which draws attention to the food insecurity crisis and encourages voters to cast an informed ballot. The full text of the letter, including a list of signatories, can be accessed here.