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What does it mean to buy local?
At farmers markets, u-pick farms and commu- nity stores, it’s increasingly common for consumers to favour local products, especially when it comes to fruits, vegetables and other foods. But what does buying local really mean? Here’s an overview. THE PRACTICES For starters, there isn’t an o ffi cial de fi ni ঞ on of the term “buying local.” Rather, the phrase en- compasses a number of consumer and bu- siness prac ঞ ces such as: • Shopping at independent businesses in your neighbourhood • Op ঞ ng for products grown or made in your region, province or country •Working with local suppliers and commercial partners when opera ঞ ng a business • Favouring regional companies when awar- ding service contracts
It should be noted that shopping at a super- market or big-box store in your neighbourhood generally isn’t considered buying local. While it does help keep jobs in the community, most of the revenue goes elsewhere. THE BENEFITS The posi ঞ ve e ff ects of buying local are unde- niable. First o ff , it allows you to bolster the re- gional economy, thereby helping to create and maintain jobs in your area. It also helps you lower carbon emissions since locally made goods don’t need to be transported over long distances. Plus, when you buy local, you tend to support independent businesses that commit to safe and responsible working condi ঞ ons. If you want to make more of an e ff ort to buy local, look for s ঞ ckers and logos that indicate a product was grown or made in your region.
Small-scale cra [ alcohol producers across the country are thriving — and with good reason. Their carefully concocted, high-quality beverages o ff er more variety, a richer taste and the opportunity to support local businesses.
Here are just some of the cra [ beverages you can serve at your next dinner, barbecue or game night:
• Wine • Beer • Cider • Gin • Whisky • Vodka • Liqueur • Mead
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ARE YOU A LOCAVORE? The term “locavore” refers to someone whose diet consists mostly or en ࢼ rely of food that’s grown or produced locally, usually within about 160 kilometres. This o [ en involves shopping at farmers markets, learning to preserve seasonal foods and ea ࢼ ng at restaurants that use local ingredients.
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From aperi ঞ fs to diges ঞ fs and beyond, there’s something for everyone at your local microbreweries, dis ঞ lleries, cideries and vineyards. And thanks to the passion and innova ঞ on of local producers, you can indulge in a variety of re fi ned, fascina ঞ ng fl avours.
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