Food Council Member Application

The Food Council, which was created in 2018, is an advisory board to the City of Charlottetown that strives to improve the existing food system in Charlottetown as guided by the Food Charter.

Over the last year the Food Council’s work has included a series of virtual Community Conversations About Food, the launch of the Charlottetown Food Asset Map, and ongoing efforts towards a municipal policy review as relates to supporting and facilitating a resilient food system.

The City aims to compose a Food Council with a diverse membership that is truly representative of the food system, and the community it serves. As such, individuals from any area of the food system are encouraged to apply. This includes, but is not limited to, the following sectors: production, food retail, food distribution, health and nutrition, institutional, emergency food providers, non-profit food related groups, food processing, culinary arts, academia, individuals having lived experience with food insecurity, and community members at large with a vested interest in food security/the food system.

In addition, the Food Council seeks equitable representation of underrepresented groups. Residents are encouraged to apply who identify as Indigenous, persons of colour, newcomers or refugees, 2SLGBTQIA+, youth (ages 16 – 30), seniors, and persons with disabilities.

Applicants are asked to demonstrate skills, knowledge, and/or lived experience that inform and guide their perspective on the food system as well as a desire to contribute to the development of a sustainable food system in Charlottetown.

Eligible individuals must be age 18 or older and must live, work, or own property in Charlottetown.

To apply to be a member of the Food Council, please fill out the form below. Alternatively, paper copies are available at City Hall (199 Queen Street). If these forms of application are a barrier to participation, please contact Katrina Cristall at [email protected] or 902-629-2594 to discuss additional options. 
Food Council Member Application

First name*

Last name*

Telephone*

Email address*

Confirm email*

Are you a resident or property owner in the City of Charlottetown? Yes No

If you answered no the the question above, please list your place of employment within the City of Charlottetown: 

Please select the sector that best reflects your background (professional/volunteer) in terms of experience, knowledge, and skills within the existing food system. . 

If you selected "Other" in the question above - please provide additional explanation: 

Do you identify as any of the following underepresented groups? (check all that apply)
Indigenous person

Person of colour

Newcomer to Canada

Person with refugee status

2SLGBTQIA+

Youth (18-30)

Senior

Person with a disability

Please provide a brief description (200 words max.) of the experience or expertise that makes you a suitable selection to sit as a member on the Charlottetown Food Council. 

Identify 3 key issues (barriers to food security) that exist within the current food system in Charlottetown (PEI) that you're passionate about.

 

I will submit a copy of my cover letter & resume to [email protected] to complete my application 

I certify that I have read and understand the Food Council: Terms of Reference

I certify that I am 18 or over and have read and understand the Public Appointment Policy

 



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