BCCF Gathers with Change-makers in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Empowering Youth, Building Resilience, and Fostering Partnerships at Black Creek Community Farm In Toronto’s Jane-Finch community, Black Creek Community Farm (BCCF) stands as a pillar of resilience and empowerment, serving as an essential hub for food justice, youth leadership, and community well-being. Each year, BCCF engages dozens of young people...

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Our ED, Ohemaa Boateng, Contributes to the 2024 Toronto Vital Signs Report

Ohemaa Boateng, Executive Director of Black Creek Community Farm, is honored to contribute to the 2024 Toronto Vital Signs Report, highlighting the deepening issues of poverty and vulnerability in Toronto. The report reveals that close to half of the city’s population now earns below a living wage, with over 2.7...

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Black Creek Community Farm Shines in the Toronto Star!

We are beyond excited to announce that Black Creek Community Farm and our Executive Director, Ohemaa Boateng, were recently featured in the Toronto Star, by Food Report Karon Liu, highlighting our farm as an urban oasis in Toronto’s northwest. The article shines a spotlight on our commitment to food justice,...

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Celebrating the Dedication of Our Summer Youth Interns

This summer, Black Creek Community Farm proudly welcomed 19 youth interns through partnerships with the Toronto District School Board (TDSB), the Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement, Canada Summer Jobs, and Focus on Youth Toronto. These passionate young individuals gained invaluable hands-on experience in urban agriculture, community engagement, and...

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12th Annual Farm Festival: A Celebration of Community, Urban Agriculture, and Sustainability

The 12th Annual Farm Festival at Black Creek Community Farm was a tremendous success, with 1,117 attendees—a notable increase from last year’s 736. The event brought together a vibrant mix of new and returning participants, fostering a deep sense of community. Attendees left glowing reviews, such as: “This event was...

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A Nation’s Table: Reflecting on Canadian Food Systems

On July 25th, I had the honor of participating in a thought-provoking event hosted by the Arrell Food Institute (AFI) at the University of Guelph. It premiered the documentary “A Nation’s Table,” highlighting the legacy of Anita Stewart, bringing together passionate voices from across the country to discuss Canadian food...

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Welcome Our New Board Members!

We are thrilled to introduce the newest members of the Black Creek Community Farm Board! Each brings a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication to our community and mission.

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BCCF Welcomes Rick Campanelli from Breakfast Television

This week our executive director, Ohemaa Boateng, and Value-Added Coordinator and in-house chef, Bashir Munye, got a chance to hang out with Rick Campanelli from Breakfast Television to promote the amazing urban agricultural work our team does throughout the year and our highly anticipated 12th Annual Farm Festival. Thank you...

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