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Indigenous leaders came together at the Arbour in Tk’emlups te Secwépemc.
… forum. “During COVID, we’ve seen a lot of the impacts in food shortages, but it was also looking at opportunities to … second annual, third in the last two decades, Indigenous Food Forum and planning for the fourth event is already … Tk’emlups te Secwépemc, climate change, traditional food, food security, Indigenous food, Aboriginal food …
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Food exploration activities give kids hands-on experience with food in a fun and interactive way by letting them explore different foods using their five senses
… Food exploration activities give kids hands-on experience with food in a fun and interactive way by letting them explore … times. Introducing unfamiliar foods to your child using food exploration allows them to explore in a low-pressure … Food art activities should not replace a meal or snack : Food …
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This year’s forum saw more than 80 people gather in Ktunaxa territory to share stories and understand the connection between food, culture, land, and healing.
… Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage  Sign up to receive the … to share stories and understand the connection between food, culture, land, and healing. … Interior Health,IH,Stories@IH,Ktunaxa,Indigenous,Food Forum,IRIFF,ʔaq̓am,Kris Murray,Harvesting,food preservation,syilx,Secwépemc,Tŝilhqot’in,Joe …
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Summer BBQs are fun but keep in mind - warmer temperatures can turn your feast into a fast-track to food poisoning if you’re not careful. Learn how to avoid it!
… Foodborne illness is caused by eating food contaminated with bacteria, viruses and/or parasites. … appear within several hours of eating the contaminated food but can sometimes take several days.  Symptoms can … pregnant people and those with weakened immune systems, food poisoning can be more serious. …
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… storage, handling, preparation and transportation of food intended for public consumption. Services include issuing inspection and licensing of food service establishments, responding to public complaints … concerning suspected illness derived from consumption of food products, facilitating emergency food recalls, enforcing …
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Learn how you can reduce your household’s food waste and help create a healthier tomorrow.  
… at your local Farmers’ Market or growing some of your own food this season to support local food systems Purchase food that comes without, or with minimal, packaging … banana bread. Donate extra produce from your garden to a food program in your community Volunteer with a gleaning …
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Nicky Stewart, celebrating 25 years with Interior Health, helped launch an Indigenous menu at Cariboo Memorial Hospital, bringing cultural heritage to residents
… that offers a variety of nutritious, tasty and affordable food items. It’s a place where staff, patients and their … Nicky’s proudest moments was the launch of the Indigenous food menu in 2018. Before she became a supervisor, there were … the traditional way to prepare and cook the meals, to the Food Services team who went above and beyond, we launched …
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Alcohol is the most used psychoactive drug in Canada. Find more information the impacts of alcohol and recommended guidance here. 
… class.  Pace yourself:  Alternate between alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and enjoy some food to slow down. Stay hydrated: Drink water or another non-alcoholic beverage before you start drinking alcohol. For … support to redefine your relationship with alcohol, visit our  Help with Alcohol Use webpage  for more …
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Any amount of alcohol use carries health risks not just for individuals, but for the whole community. Learn about ways to prevent harm that comes from drinking.
… communities is complex. It involves many institutions, non-profit and community organizations, government agencies … liquor, liqueur, beer, spirits, wine, ethanol, cocktail, non-alcoholic, drug …
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A funding initiative is helping the Cariboo Chilcotin Métis Association (CCMA) grow food security in ways that reflect knowledge, culture and community needs.
… funding. The funding is used to support community-driven food security priorities. In the IH region, one of the ways … They shared how CAFI funding is helping them grow their food security work in ways that reflect local knowledge, … allowing members to start their own seedlings and grow food year‑round. Looking ahead, CCMA hopes to offer more …