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Kyle Zhang

Toronto, ON

As a young community leader, Kyle is passionate about sustainable agriculture, social finance, and circular economies. Since 2018 when Kyle helped lay the groundwork for Toronto's first share and reuse hub, he has continued to embark on meaningful community projects with hopes of achieving disruptive impact. Kyle currently works in impact investing as a means to empower and mobilize local social enterprises and nonprofits.

Eco Food Box

Eco Food Box is dedicated to providing essential food items to low-income families in need. Our focus lies in supporting local and sustainable agriculture businesses, with the primary contents of each box consisting of fresh produce sourced from local farmers in Ontario. Additionally, the box may include snacks crafted from nutritious, locally sourced ingredients. Alongside each delivery, recipients will receive a brochure highlighting the significance of bolstering Canada's domestic food supply and advancements in the agriculture sector.

About this Project

Communities Served

My project will involve and/or impact the following communities:

  • Refugees & newcomers
  • Racial or visible minorities
  • LGBTQ2+ Community members
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Senior citizens

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

When it comes to community impact projects, the UN has created 17 Sustainable Development Goals. These are the Sustainable Development Goals associated with my project.

  • SDG 2: Zero hunger
  • SDG 3: Good health and Well-being
  • SDG 10: Reduced inequalities
  • SDG 11: Sustainable cities and communities
  • SDG 13: Climate action

How the project works

We package distribute the boxes to the members of the community.

Project Impact

L'impact sera non seulement visible en termes de lutte temporaire contre l'insécurité alimentaire dans le quartier, mais aussi en termes de partage des connaissances sur les solutions d'agriculture durable et locale, qui sera très important. Nous espérons que davantage de membres de la communauté achèteront des produits locaux et que nous pourrons faire un pas dans la bonne direction en termes de renforcement de la chaîne d'approvisionnement alimentaire nationale du Canada.

Project Mission

Our mission extends beyond alleviating temporary food insecurity in the neighborhood. We aim to foster knowledge sharing about sustainable and local agriculture solutions, recognizing the invaluable impact this can have. By encouraging more community members to purchase locally sourced products, we strive to contribute positively to Canada's domestic food supply chain, taking a significant step towards sustainability and resilience.

Project Team

Kyle is the sole lead on this project.