FoodNet and Food Security in Haliburton County

FoodNet and Food Security in Haliburton County

Julie McCuaig

FoodNet Organization, Rosie Kadwell

Chris Beyers, International Development Studies

TP-660

2012

Online

Haliburton County

In 2007 the FoodNet organization was created to establish a network in Haliburton County that worked on issues related to food security. The network allows for the sharing of information and resources across these various organizations to increase the impact they have in the community. There are 17 members that make up FoodNet, whose activities range from emergency food provision to capacity building and redesign of the food system. The organizations also focus on all age demographics from infants and pregnant mothers, to seniors. This report is the conclusion of five months of intensive research and investigation into the issues FoodNet faces in Haliburton County. These issues are: defining what food insecurity is, how best to address the problem of food insecurity, and which are the best practices that network organizations use. In assessing these issues a number of methodologies were used including literature review, questionnaires, semi-structured interviews and review of the networks archived notes. The report highlights the aspects of food insecurity that are most vital to consider, as well as a review of members views on FoodNet’s activities and evaluator observations. Based on the report’s findings a list of recommendations are included to improve the performance of the food security activities undertaken and the functioning of the network