Food is an integral part of our culture, our health, and our vitality.
Colwood's Official Community Plan includes policies related to increasing sustainability and quality of life by supporting vibrant and robust food systems (see section B.14 Food Systems).
Colwood works with partners to support community gardens and food sharing initiatives, including:
- Colwood Garden Society
- Flourish Food Market and School Food Program
- Friday Food Stand at Church of the Advent
- Goldstream Food Bank
- Little Free Pantry by the Colwood Park & Ride
- Living Edge Market
- The Farm at Royal Roads
- Salvation Army Connection Point