The Urban Food Resilience Initiatives Society (UFRIS) helps communities grow local food.
“In tough economic times it’s more important than ever to grow even a small amount of food for good nutrition, zero carbon footprint, and economic resilience.”
~ Mary P Brooke, urban food consultant | Founding Director of Urban Food Resilience Initiatives Society
We collaborate with other groups and engage with all levels of government to help facilitate all necessary aspects of growing natural food in urban spaces:
“Individuals, neighbourhoods, non-profits and food-growing specialists are invited to connect with us. Collaboration is key.”
~ Rob Martin, Director, Urban Food Resilience Initiatives Society
When: Launching in January 2024
Where: Langford, BC and serving the Greater Victoria area
How: Info sessions, workshops, projects. Engagement with all levels of government.
Why: To support households and neighbourhoods in building their capacity for growing natural food at or close to home.
Who: The directors of this non-profit society are three leadership-minded folks in the west shore: Mary P Brooke (publisher of Island Social Trends), Rob Martin (former Colwood mayor), and Dean Ross (landscaper). But the rest of it all is you! Volunteers welcome.
Sponsors & funders: Corporate sponsors and grant opportunities welcome.