World Food Day 2020 Quotes from Members of the Canadian Parliament

Collective action across 150 countries is what makes World Food Day one of the most celebrated days of the UN calendar. Hundreds of events and outreach activities bring together governments, businesses, NGOs, the media, and general public. They promote worldwide awareness and action for those who suffer from hunger and for the need to ensure healthy diets for all. World Food Day 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of FAO in an exceptional moment as countries around the world deal with the widespread effects of the global COVID-19 pandemic. It’s a time to look into the future we need to build together.

Below is a collection of quotes and statements from Canadian Members of Parliament on #WorldFoodDay 2020, and tweets are also captured in this Twitter moment.  

 

Sen. Rob Black [CSG - Ontario] Twitter

-          This year’s #WorldFoodDay theme is “Grow, Nourish, Sustain. Together.” Shop local to support #ONAg and #CdnAg, and recognize the producers, processors, and workers that keep Canada’s food supply chains strong. @SenateCA #AgricultureMatters

 

MP. Lianne Rood [Conservative – Lambton, Kent, Middlesex] Twitter

-          Today on World Food Day, I'd like to extend my gratitude to all who participate in the production/service process of Canada's world-class food. Wishing everyone a nutritious and delicious #WorldFoodDay!

 

MP. Heather McPherson [NDP - Edmonton Strathcona] Twitter

-          In the past 75 yrs the world has made enormous steps to reduce poverty globally. Yet, more than 2 billion people don't have regular access to safe, nutritious and sufficient food. We must grow, sustain and nourish our communities together. #Worldfoodday

  

Sen. Mohamed -Iqbal Ravalia [ISG - Newfoundland and Labrador] Twitter

-          This #WorldFoodDay marks the 75th anniversary of the @FAO. As countries around the world navigate through this challenging time, we thank our #foodheroes and use this as an opportunity to look towards the future we can build together @WFP_Canada

 

MP. Kamal Khera [ Liberal – Brampton West] Twitter

-          On #WorldFoodDay let’s thank our #FoodHeroes fighting against food insecurity, global hunger, and for providing food to victims of conflict, natural disasters, and pandemics. We also know that food insecurity and hunger are most felt by vulnerable women and girls around the

 

MP. Jagmeet Singh [NDP - Burnaby South] Twitter

-          On #WorldFoodDay, I celebrate the women behind the Nobel Peace Prize-winning World Food Programme I am inspired by women like those who have partnered with the programme to make masks & provide food for their families during these difficult times Thank you @WFP_Canada

 

MP. Gary Anandasangaree [Liberal – Scarborough-Rouge Park] Twitter

-          On #WorldFoodDay , I want to recognize the #ScarbTO - Rouge Park community members who are creating meaningful change. Projects like the Littles Road community garden are enhancing local food security, and ensuring our neighbours have greater access to safe and nutritious food.

 

Sen. Marilou McPhedran [Independent – Manitoba] Twitter

-          On today’s #WorldFoodDay, we celebrate Nobel Peace Prize winners, @WFP, combating world hunger since 1961! Eradicating hunger in Canada, especially for youth, needs to be an essential part of building back better during this pandemic.

 

MP. Neil Ellis [Liberal – Bay of Quinte] Twitter

-          #WorldFoodDay In my role as PS for @AAFC_Canada, I've seen how hard our farming community works to keep our grocery stores stocked. Today, we acknowledge the need to give every food system worker the same opportunities, and to continue growing together

 

MP. Annie Koutrakis [Liberal – Vimy] Twitter

-          These resourceful women are teaming up with the World Food Programme to make masks and feed their families. What an inspiration! On World Food Day, let's remember that eating is at the root of the human experience. @WFP_EN @WFP_Canada #WorldFoodDay

 

Sen. Mary Coyle [ISG – Nova Scotia] Twitter

-          Inspired by the resourceful women who partner with the World Food Programme to make these masks and provide food for their families. As we celebrate #WorldFoodDay let’s remember our common human connection to food. @WFP_Canada #WorldFoodDay2020 @ISGSenate @SenateCA

 

MP. Sven Spengemann [Liberal – Mississauga, Lakeshore] Twitter

-          It’s #WorldFoodDay! I connected with @WFP_Canada’s Elly Vandenberg, to congratulate the entire @WFP Team on being awarded the 2020 #NobelPeacePrize and to thank them and their partners for their extraordinary service around the world.@WFPChief #FoodHeroes #ZeroHunger #SDG2

 

Sen. Chantal Petitclerc [ISG – Quebec] Twitter

-          These hardworking women are teaming up with the World Food Programme to make masks and feed their families. On #WorldFoodDay, let's remember that behind everything we eat, there is always someone who produced, planted, harvested, fished or transported it. @WFP_Canada @WFP

 

MP. Kirsty Duncan [Liberal – Etobicoke North] Twitter

-          Today is #WorldFoodDay. Here in Canada, children should go to school hungry for knowledge, not food. Yet more than 1.2 million children are food insecure. Let’s ensure every child has a healthy start here at home and around the world. #ZeroHunger #FoodHeroes @SevaFoodBank @TFSS_

 

MP. Karina Gould [Liberal – Burlington] Twitter

-          The #COVID19 pandemic has laid bare the risks and vulnerabilities of food systems globally. Canada is committed to finding new ways to increase food productivity, reduce waste and improve health and nutrition. My statement on #WorldFoodDay https://bit.ly/37gFeq7