In this webinar, Dr. Shathi Akhter will take a closer look at how trees can play a practical role on the farm—improving soil, supporting biodiversity, and managing challenging spots in the fields. Drawing on insights from four AAFC projects, Shahti will explore strategies like planting trees along field edges, enhancing wetlands with riparian vegetation, integrating trees with pasture, and intercropping hazelnuts and berries with other crops. The goal is finding ways to improve productivity while keeping your land thriving for the long haul. Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – Living Labs program.

Join us to hear Secwépemc Knowledge Keeper Bonnie Thomas and Professor Emerita Dr. Nancy J. Turner share stories and reflections on collaboration and study of ethnobotany and ethnoecology through traditional ways. Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – Living Labs program.

Join Us and Cat Free from Trent University to learn more about Indigenous Chefs and their role in food sovereignty, and for a broader conversation on Indigenous knowledges around food. Cat Free's graduate research is looking at Indigenous Chefs across Ontario who have stepped beyond their trade certification and training, and have moved into food sovereignty for the knowledge and benefit of Indigenous communities, Indigenous individuals, and beyond. Cat Free is a PhD student in Indigenous Studies at Trent University, researching Indigenous Food Systems. She is a former Red Seal Chef and practiced for 22 years before pursuing her Bachelor's of Social Work and Master's of Social Work. Cat is a member of the Pays Plat First Nation, and lives and studies in Treaty 20, traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations. Cat Free's graduate research is looking at Indigenous Chefs across Ontario who have stepped beyond their trade certification and training, and have moved into food sovereignty for the knowledge and benefit of Indigenous communities, Indigenous individuals, and beyond. Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – Living Labs program.

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Depressional wetlands play a vital role in the Prairie agroecosystem, providing essential ecosystem services. Join us as we hear from Colin Whitfield of the Global Institute for Water Security, who will present recent research on how climate could affect these services in the future. He will also highlight the risks associated with ongoing wetland drainage in Saskatchewan and emphasize the importance of place-based management strategies. Colin will explore how beneficial management practices, examined through the Bridge to Land Water Sky project, can offer co-benefits for the health and sustainability of wetlands. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the future of Prairie wetlands and the innovative approaches to preserving their invaluable functions. Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – Living Labs program.

In this webinar, Shayla McKay, Indigenous Food Sovereignty Coordinator for Muskeg Lake Cree Nation , will prepare you for the upcoming gardening season. Shayla will discuss everything from considerations when planning your garden to starting seeds indoors and outdoors in this informative presentation. Whether you have an existing garden that you are hoping to improve or looking to start your gardening journey and don’t know where to begin, this presentation is great for gardeners of all levels. Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – Living Labs program.

Join Us and Anishinaabekwe scholar Dr. Kathy Absolon (Minogiizhigo kwe) to learn more about Indigenous ways of knowing and knowledge. Dr. Absolon's academic journey has been a pathway of unlearning, healing, re-learning and finding who she is as an Indigenous woman & what her place is in the academy. Dr. Absolon works at Wilfred Laurier University and is the Director of the Centre for Indigegogy. Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – Living Labs program.

Join Us and Sarah Carter to learn more about the history of indigenous agriculture in western Canada. Agriculture on Plains Indian reserves is generally thought to have failed because the Indigenous people lacked either an interest in farming or an aptitude for it. In our webinar Dr. Sarah Carter will reveal that reserve residents were anxious to farm and expended considerable effort on cultivation; government policies, more than anything else, acted to undermine their success. Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – Living Labs program.

Indigenous-led marketing interests resonate with consumers because they offer more than just good prices and quality. These brands can offer social and societal benefits, along with being eco-friendly. Labels like 'organic,' 'natural,' and the emerging 'regenerative' just don’t quite match up to what indigenous-led brands bring to the table. Indigenous-led brands can offer unique cultural learning opportunities as well as an emphasis on respecting and honouring the land. However, tapping into new markets for community-branded, indigenous-led food products isn't an easy or straightforward process. It takes a lot of investment to build the brand and set up production, processing, and supply chain components to turn physical products into a thriving business. This webinar will cover the steps to overcome the challenges of selling food to the public. Using bison as an example, Brenda Tjaden with Prairie Routes will walk us through everything from inspection requirements at slaughter to the information needed on price stickers, focusing on the rules and requirements for bringing products to market in Canada. Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – Living Labs program.

Explore the heart of the prairies on the Peepeekisis Bison Tour! Meet these incredible animals and learn about their cultural and ecological significance as a keystone species. Reconnect with our past and embrace the promise of a better future. Dress for the weather and join our group bus tour to explore the plains, observe the Peepeekisis, Okanese, and Standing Buffalo bison herds, and finish the day off with a hearty meal. Reserve your spot now for an unforgettable bison tour! There is no cost to attend! A bagged lunch will be provided on the bus and we will have dinner at Peepeekisis after the tour. Time: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 from 9:00 AM - 7 PM Meeting Location: Peepeekisis Cree Nation (exact location will be sent after registration) Registration: Click here to register or call 1-306-281-3272 Poster (click below to enlarge) Agenda (click below to enlarge)

Bridge to Land Water Sky Living Lab with the support of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) invites participants to learn from guest speakers from the prairies about livestock, forages, grazing 101, and fencing/watering options. This event is also great for networking with those in the industry. Time: Wednesday, March 27 from 8 AM - 5 PM Location: Leask Community Hall, 169 Railway Ave, Leask, SK Registration: Click here to register or call 1-306-281-3272 Please try and register by March 22, 2024, so we have correct lunch numbers. We will order some extra lunches for those who didn't register ahead of time. Poster (click below to enlarge) Agenda (click below to enlarge)

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