THE FUTURE HARVEST PARTNERSHIP
FHP is a multi-year research collaboration working to strengthen local food systems across the Northwest Territories. Wilfrid Laurier University, the Government of the Northwest Territories Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment, and the Territorial Agrifood Association are bringing together researchers, food producers, Indigenous partners, communities, and decision-makers, to support knowledge-sharing, innovation, and policy.
Strengthening collaboration to support local food production in the NWT
This project focuses on bringing together people involved in food growing, harvesting, research, and decision-making to share knowledge, build relationships, and co-develop solutions that support a stronger northern food system. Each partner plays a unique but key role in impacting sustainable change and long term growth.
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What We're Doing
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Research and data collection
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Workshops, webinars, and meetings
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Community engagement and collaboration
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Year 1 Highlights
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Surveys and engagement activities
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Virtual workshops and webinars
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Early research and planning work
Learn more about the soil research happening on the TAA's Hay River FIELD site
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What This Will Support
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Stronger connections between food system actors
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Better knowledge-sharing and communication
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Research that reflects community priorities
Knowledge Spotlights
Year 1
News from the Field
Key Project Objectives
Build a Community of Practice
Support collaboration and knowledge-sharing among food producers, harvesters, researchers, and decision-makers across the NWT.
Work Toward Net-Zero Agriculture
Explore how local food production can reduce emissions and contribute to Canada’s net-zero goals through sustainable practices.
Strengthen Food System Resilience
Understand how climate change and environmental disruption affect food systems and identify ways communities can adapt.
Support Participatory Research
Work with growers and harvesters to co-design and test research that responds to real northern food production needs.
Connect Producers and Consumers
Explore ways to strengthen local food networks and improve access to locally grown and harvested food.