Who handles food security?
Food Security
Food security involves all levels. Federal handles food safety inspection nationally, provinces administer school nutrition and agriculture programs, and municipalities support food banks and community food programs.
⚠️ Shared Jurisdiction: This area involves multiple levels of government. The information below shows the primary responsibility at each level, but overlap is common. When in doubt, start with the level most directly related to your issue.
Federal
Parliament of Canada
- ● Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)
- ● Nutrition North Canada (northern communities)
- ● National food policy
- ● Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
💡 Example: Contact CFIA about food safety, or your MP about national food policy.
Provincial
Provincial Legislature
- ● School nutrition programs (provincial responsibility)
- ● Provincial food safety regulation
- ● Provincial agriculture and food programs
- ● Food bank coordination
💡 Example: Contact your provincial agriculture ministry about food programs.
Municipal
City / Town Hall
- ● Food banks and community kitchens
- ● Community gardens
- ● Local food programs and meal services
- ● Municipal food policy councils
💡 Example: Contact local food banks, or your councillor about community food programs.
Quick Reference — Who to Contact
🏛️ Federal
Your Member of Parliament (MP)
🏢 Provincial
Your MPP, MLA, or MNA
🏘️ Municipal
Your City Councillor
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