Did you know 66% of Canadians are buying organic? Lots of people are taking action.
September 12th - September 18th is Canada’s National Organic Week. This annual celebration recognizes organic food, farming and products across the country.
Organic represents a vibrant alternative food system and an alternative option for clothing, personal care, and cleaning products.
Five Reasons to Choose Organic
- Organic food helps avoid pesticide exposure
- Organic keeps Genetically Engineered Organisms (GMOs) out of your food
- Organic supports a healthier farm lifestyle and community
- Organic mitigates climate change
- Organic promotes biodiversity
As a consumer, there are lots of ways to be involved all year long!
Where to Buy?
- Visit your local farmers’ market
- Check out food retailers, local grocery stores, natural and health food stores.
- Inform yourself on your local food-box delivery programs or community support agriculture
- Look for the Canada Organic logo when shopping
Do It Yourself
- Start an organic garden at home. Small Farm Canada provides many resources on how to grow various fruits and vegetables here.
- Find organic restaurants near you
- Participate in Organic Week events 2022. Find more details here.
In School
- Sprout seeds or build a cold frame as a mini greenhouse
- Invite an organic farmer to present to the classroom
In Your Community
- Sprout seeds or build a cold frame as a mini greenhouse
- Create an organic community garden
- Host an organic community barbeque