The Revelstoke Local Food Initiative is announcing the appointment of a new coordinator.

Jodi Kay joined the team in October 2017, replacing Jenna Fraser, who is pursuing her roles and responsibilities as the Community Food Outreach Coordinator with Community Connections.

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Kay moved to Revelstoke in the spring of 2016, coming from her role as a baker and cook in Morzine, France. While in Revelstoke she has worked closely with the LFI through contract and volunteer positions.

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At the moment the LFI is preparing for their spring programs, planning for the Annual General Meeting on March 14th, and organizing several events for early 2018.

The Food Security Coordinator, a position with Community Connections, works to implement recommendations within the 2014 Revelstoke Food Security Strategy in an effort to increase food security in our community. Food Security exists when all people, at all times, have access to safe, affordable, nutritious foods to meet their needs.

The recommendations in the Food Security Strategy encompass programs, policies and economic opportunities to strengthen our local food system. One such recommendation is for the Food Security Coordinator to support the LFI and its programs through capacity building and resource sharing.

In 2017 the LFI was able to donate 500kg of locally produced food to the food bank with the help of more than 150 community volunteers and over 50 community events.

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If you would like to learn more about the Local Food Initiative, please visitto check out their programs and events, to donate, or to become a member.