News and Events

The implications of the deliberate destruction of the food system in Gaza

Dr. Ahmed Abu Shaban, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine at Al Azhar University in Gaza, presents a discussion on the long history of undermining of Gaza's food system, the impact of Israeli actions on food security in Gaza and the West Bank, the role of community-led initiatives in coping with the crisis, and the potential for rebuilding a resilient food system post-conflict through international research collaboration.

This webinar was held on December 3, 2024 and was hosted by TMU's Centre for Studies in Food Security.

Watch the webinar recording on YouTube (see above).

Urban agriculture in the city of love: Lessons from Paris for Toronto

Hear what Toronto visitors learned from exploring urban farms and gardens, from rooftops to underground garages. What is possible when a city actively supports urban agriculture?

This webinar was held on Friday January 31, 2025 and was hosted by TMU's Centre for Studies in Food Security.

Watch the webinar recording on YouTube (see above).