GEOG 2040Y Lecture Notes - Lecture 13: World Food Summit, Walkerton E. Coli Outbreak, Food Security

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World food summit of 1996 defined security as existing when all people at all times have access to sufficient, safe, nutritious food to maintain a healthy and active life . Includes physical and economic access to food that meets people"s dietary needs as well as their food preferences. Globally, trade liberalization has weakened food security by reducing agricultural employment levels as communities are vulnerable to cheap imports. Climate change has the potential to dramatically increase food insecurity. Too cold for some food to grow seen now with the freezing temperatures in. In 2012, four million canadians, including 1. 15 million children, experienced some level of food insecurity (about 13% of households) In the provincial north and the artic, aboriginal food insecurity can be over 50% Food insecurity is not just a modern issue for aboriginals. High food prices, unemployment, poor quality store bought options, as well as challenges associated with pursing traditional foods all contribute to food insecurity in indigenous communities.

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