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Our work, which operates through Seeds of Diversity<\/a><\/span>, is\u00a0focused on creating opportunities for youth to connect with food systems, learn practical skills, and explore careers in food and agriculture. Our work is carried out through a number of self-directed, inquiry-based projects led by high school age youth across Ontario. We also create and maintain gardens on school grounds throughout our home base of Waterloo Region.<\/p>\n

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Years of Impact<\/span><\/h6>\n<\/div>\n

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Young people can and should be spending time exploring food and sustainable practices in environments that are self-directed and meaningful. By providing food systems programming and garden infrastructure, we are working to empower the next generation of agriculture and food experts.<\/p>\n

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