EFAO Earth & Sky Indigenous Growers Gathering
Posted: November 13, 2024
Categories: Events / GoodFoodBites
On Tuesday, December 3, join the Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario (EFAO) for an all-day gathering bringing together Indigenous and non-Indigenous people to build community, share food and ideas, and get inspired by initiatives happening in other communities.
Program:
9:00am: Registration opens (tea and coffee available)
10:00am: Welcome and opening address
10:30am: Overview of the day and invitation to participate in arts-based activities
11:00am: Introductions followed by social songs and dancing
12:00pm: Buffet lunch featuring locally-produced traditional foods & Makers Marketplace
1:30pm: Panel session: Gather inspiration from three incredible panelists as they share stories of building community and coming together to support Indigenous food systems.
3:00pm: Break – Makers Marketplace (tea and coffee available)
3:30pm: Discussion: What do we need to reach our memories, hopes and dreams for thriving Indigenous food systems?
4:30pm: Closing and goodbye
Learn more and register to attend on the EFAO website.
This gathering is taking place ahead of EFAO’s Annual Conference. A reminder that early-bird registration for the EFAO 2024 Conference ends after November 15th. Learn more about the conference here.