Yukon Food Security Network

Yukon Food Security Network Helping to build equitable and resilient food systems in the Yukon

Food Network Yukon is part of the Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition, and financially supported by the Yukon Energy Corporation. The YE Food Security Network Coordinator works in partnership with the Yukon Energy Corporation, United Way Yukon, and the Whitehorse Food Bank.

This week, Yukon kids are back in school! šŸAs a new school year gets underway, weā€™re taking a closer look at the state o...
08/28/2026

This week, Yukon kids are back in school! šŸ

As a new school year gets underway, weā€™re taking a closer look at the state of school food in the territory - how we got here, whatā€™s new, and what we still need to ensure every child has access to nutritious meals at school

A lot has changed over the past school year, and weā€™re hopeful for even more positive change ahead šŸ’›

Have a school food story to tell? Visit The Lunch Box (link in bio) to be part of the conversation

Itā€™s a berry exciting time!Harvest season is here and whether youā€™re heading out on the land or into the garden, thereā€™s...
08/24/2026

Itā€™s a berry exciting time!

Harvest season is here and whether youā€™re heading out on the land or into the garden, thereā€™s nothing quite like watching the seasonā€™s berries ripen and make their way from bush to basket šŸ§ŗ

We extend our gratitude to the stewards of these lands for the knowledge, teachings, and traditions that have been passed down and preserved, allowing us to continue enjoying these sweet little odes to abundance šŸ«

Here are a few of our favourite summer berries and where you might be lucky enough find them !

Whatā€™s your berry of choice this time of year?

08/12/2026

ONE YEAR since the Yukon Food Security Conference !!

On this day last year, we gathered on the land to listen to, learn from, and connect with local, regional, and national food champions. Those three special days were full of big conversations, delicious food, and the very best company šŸ’š

Missed the action? Check out the conference portal on our website to see the full event video, read the report, and watch all of our panels: https://www.yukonfoodsecurity.ca/conference

A huge thank you to TH Farm, Ihdziā€™, YukonU Mayo Campus, and NND Garden for graciously hosting us and sharing your stories, knowledge, and spaces. We remain so grateful šŸ«¶

Bringing people together in community to talk about food is our favorite thing to do, and weā€™re looking forward to doing it again soon... stay tuned!

Video credit: Shakat Media Inc.

Whatā€™s growing in the Yukon? šŸŒ± Last week, our team joined the Agriculture Branch for their annual Demonstration Day.Loca...
08/10/2026

Whatā€™s growing in the Yukon? šŸŒ±

Last week, our team joined the Agriculture Branch for their annual Demonstration Day.

Located at the Gunnar Nilsson and Mickey Lammers Research Forest, the Research and Demonstration Farm has been exploring the possibilities of northern agriculture since 1988.

Today, youā€™ll find Yukon seed potatoes, corn, lowbush blueberries, brome grass, and more - trials that are helping us understand whatā€™s possible for Yukon grown food systems šŸŒ¾

A big thank you to Randy, Erin, and Mikayla for welcoming us, providing tasty local treats, and sharing your knowledge!

Bunnies, weeds, & climate change... šŸ° But through it all, the garden keeps on growing!Check out the latest happenings in...
08/04/2026

Bunnies, weeds, & climate change... šŸ°

But through it all, the garden keeps on growing!

Check out the latest happenings in Beaver Creek in our monthly dispatch from the White River First Nationā€™s Food Sovereignty Project šŸŒ±

Happy Food Day Canada!On this day inspiring folks to shop, dine, & cook Canadian, weā€™re celebrating our incredible frien...
08/01/2026

Happy Food Day Canada!

On this day inspiring folks to shop, dine, & cook Canadian, weā€™re celebrating our incredible friends and vendors at the Fireweed Market in Whitehorse!

More than just making our summers vibrant, the market brings together regional farmers, fishers, bakers, chefs, growers, and everyday food lovers - the people who sustain us!

A BIG thank you to everyone who grows, harvests, creates, and serves the food that brings us together šŸ’š

Have you checked out Canadaā€™s National Food Security Strategy yet? Weā€™re breaking it down for you, providing some perspe...
07/09/2026

Have you checked out Canadaā€™s National Food Security Strategy yet?

Weā€™re breaking it down for you, providing some perspectives, and reflecting on what we hope to see moving forward āž”ļø

Want to talk food systems? Let us know what you think in the comments!

June moments in Mayo šŸŒ±Last week, we visited the NND Garden as part of our work on the Mayo Food Systems Indicator Projec...
07/02/2026

June moments in Mayo šŸŒ±

Last week, we visited the NND Garden as part of our work on the Mayo Food Systems Indicator Project.

Amid ripening saskatoon berries, vibrant greenhouses, and hard-working hands, itā€™s always exciting to see community gardens come to life in the summer time.

Stay tuned to learn more about the NND Garden and other pillars of Mayoā€™s food story in our project report coming September 2026!

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306 Alexander Street
Whitehorse, YT
Y1A2L6

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5am
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm

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