Our History

Since January 2015, project partners and stakeholders have been collaborating to address the growing issue of food insecurity in Halifax, recognizing that Nova Scotia has the highest rate of food insecurity in Canada. Through extensive community engagement, we connected with local leaders and potential partners to develop and refine the concept of Halifax's first Mobile Food Market. This engagement not only highlighted the serious and growing challenges around food access but also revealed overwhelming community support for a mobile solution to bring affordable, healthy food to those who need it most.

The program began as a 21-week pilot inspired by successful models from other Canadian cities. Over the almost 10 years since its inception, the Mobile Food Market has grown significantly, navigating challenges such as a global pandemic, rising inflation, and escalating food insecurity rates, which are now at an all-time high. Despite these obstacles, our commitment to addressing this urgent issue has only deepened.

Today, the Mobile Food Market operates three community markets each week, runs a permanent operational space in Dartmouth, and partners with over 30 community organizations. Together, we serve hundreds of individuals and families weekly, delivering healthy, affordable food in a way that prioritizes dignity and accessibility. By creating these opportunities, we strive to reduce food insecurity across HRM and beyond, building resilience and hope in the face of growing challenges.