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Food security in Nunavut, Canada: barriers and recommendations
Hing Man Chan1, Karen Fediuk, Sue Hamilton
1Centre for Indigenous Peoples' Nutrition and Environment (CINE), McGill University, Canada. lchan@unbc.ca
International Journal of Circumpolar Health
|February 27, 2007
Summary
Inuit in Nunavut face challenges accessing nutritious traditional foods due to high costs and lifestyle changes. Improving food security requires economic support for hunting and better market food access.
Area of Science:
- Community health
- Food security
- Indigenous nutrition
Background:
- Nunavut's food supply comprises low-nutrient market foods and nutrient-dense traditional foods.
- Understanding community perceptions is crucial for improving dietary quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess Inuit community perceptions of traditional and market food availability and accessibility in Nunavut.
- To identify barriers and facilitators to food security in the region.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study utilizing focus group methodology.
- Focus groups conducted in six Nunavut communities in 2004.
- Information collected was analyzed to understand community perspectives.
Main Results:
- High costs of hunting and changing lifestyles are barriers to traditional food consumption.
- Participants proposed solutions including economic support for hunts, freezers, and education.
- Improved access to affordable, higher-quality market food was also suggested.
Conclusions:
- Interventions should address economic and cultural factors affecting food access.
- Enhancing both traditional and market food systems is key to improving dietary quality.
- Community-driven strategies are essential for sustainable food security in Nunavut.
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