Salt Spring Island’s foodways have supported people for thousands of years. Yet today, most of the food we eat is imported. Understanding how we arrived at this moment requires looking closely — and honestly — at the island’s agricultural past.

On Tuesday, January 20, join historian, archaeologist, and author Chris Arnett for a compelling journey into the deep history of Indigenous food systems on Salt Spring Island and the Gulf Islands.

Immersive, community-based program prepares new farmers with land access and mentorship