1) Read labels in the grocery store: compare products and always try to purchase produce that are grown in your local area or province.


2.) Visit a farmers market: Not only is an adventure for your senses - with all of the colors and smells of fresh ripe produce, but it's a great way to interact with the farmers who have put in their passion into growing the food that will be on your table.


3) Pick your own: it's a great family outing and way to teach children where food is grown.

4) Look for restaurants that use local food: There are some amazing Canadian Chefs that are focusing on creating dishes using only seasonal and local ingredients.

 

To find out which foods are in season in your area go to:
http://www.eatwellguide.org/i.php?id=Seasonalfoodguides

For more information on the Canada Guide go to:
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/food-guide-aliment/index-eng.php