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Ottawa City Councillor Marty Carr proposes a comprehensive food strategy, including urban agriculture and potential city-owned grocery stores, to address food insecurity affecting one in four residents. The motion, set for council vote this Wednesday, aims to explore feasibility and report back by July 2027. Carr emphasizes openness to various recommendations on food production, waste, and distribution, with a focus on food hubs, urban farming incentives, local business support, and expanding food sharing stands. Experts like Rebecca Dorris from the Parkdale Food Centre endorse the initiative, highlighting the citys potential role in combating hunger.

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