Councillors Corner – Elbow Up, Roots Down by Morgaine Griffin
When a foreign leader declares their intention to use economic weapons against us, we have a duty to strengthen our resilience — starting at home. The U.S. has made it clear that tariffs on Canadian goods are meant to weaken our economy and pave the way for annexation. These policies will ripple through our supply chains, drive up costs, and strain the food security of Canadian households. We cannot control what happens in Washington. But we can control how we prepare, adapt, and protect our communities from economic coercion. This week, I am bringing a motion to Council proposing that we replace ornamental floral plantings in our parks with edible gardens. This is a small but meaningful step toward local food security. By growing fresh produce in public spaces, we can support struggling households, reduce pressure on food cupboards, and ensure that more of our food is produced and consumed right here at home. Food security is national security. Strengthening our local capacity to grow and share food makes us less vulnerable to economic manipulation. And while this initiative is just one piece of the puzzle, I encourage all of our families, businesses, and organizations to think about the steps we can take to protect our community and everyone in it. Sovereignty isn’t just for premiers and prime ministers to defend. It’s something we all have a role in protecting. Let’s start here.
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