Ask a farmer, a fisher, a chef and a home cook to define ‘Canadian food’ and you’ll get four different answers. After all, the food found in Canada is as diverse as the people who live here.

A brand new documentary short film, A Nation’s Table, explores the life’s work of Anita Stewart, the “patron saint of Canadian food”. Thanks to her boundless tenacity and enthusiasm, she contributed more than ever imaginable to uncovering untold stories that celebrate Canadian cuisine, ultimately leading to the nationally recognized “Food Day In Canada.” Through her life of activism on food and the people who bring it to us, she turned crisis into opportunity, setting the table for Canada to build its culinary traditions into an evolving food system that’s the envy of the world.

Join us for a premiere screening of A Nation’s Table documentary celebrating the legacy of Anita Stewart. Your ticket will include a film screening, a panel discussion, and a post-screening reception catered by University of Guelph’s Hospitality Services. This premiere is taking place at the University of Guelph Arboretum on July 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. and will feature a panel discussion with local food systems experts following the screening. Admission is free, and registration is required via Eventbrite to reserve a seat.

Event Speakers

• Rebecca Gordon, Destination Development Specialist, Culinary Tourism Alliance
• Vijay Nair, Executive Chef, University of Guelph
• Ohemaa Boateng, Executive Director, Black Creek Community Farm
• Joyce Parslow, Consumer Marketing Director, Canada Beef Inc.
• Sandy Clipsham, Producer, Ward 1 Studios
• Garrett Smith, Director, Ward 1 Studios

About Anita Stewart

Anita Stewart was a trailblazing Canadian food champion who left an enormous impact on Canadian food and culture. As a culinary journalist, food historian, activist and University of Guelph Food Laureate, Anita brought together farmers, producers, researchers, writers, chefs and food lovers to highlight and push the boundaries of Canadian cuisine. Find more information about Anita Stewart, Food Day Canada, and how U of G is celebrating. If you have any questions about this year’s Food Day Canada event, feel free to reach out to afievents@uoguelph.ca.