Canada: Fort McPherson, N.W.T., residents celebrate successful harvest at community greenhouse
Alexie said the biggest obstacle for the greenhouse is the short season.
By Dez Loreen
CBC News
September 1, 2026
Excerpt:
Located just off the Dempster Highway in the Beaufort Delta, the community of more than 700 residents has seen hunger and food insecurity rise along with food prices. Fort McPherson’s first food bank opened earlier this year and grocery stores have at times struggled to keep food on the shelves during Arctic winter months.
Dinjii Zhuh Solutions — a local not-for-profit — has operated the greenhouse for the last four years. Dinjii Zhuh grows produce to sell to the community and opens the greenhouse to residents so they can grow their own food.
Friday’s celebration included smoked tea, fresh doughnuts and refreshments, and guided tours of the greenhouse.
Roberta Alexie, the greenhouse co-ordinator, said hosting events is a way to share with the community and encourage new growers to get involved.
Currently, 13 residents have plots in the greenhouse, including three children, Alexie said.
“The youngest one is three years old, and she comes in every couple of days,” she said.
Jennifer Greenland has had a plot at the greenhouse for three years now. She said her five-year-old daughter has been instrumental in keeping the plants alive.
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Source: https://cityfarmer.info/canada-fort-mcpherson-n-w-t-residents-celebrate-successful-harvest-at-community-greenhouse/
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