About Us

Dedicated to documenting, celebrating, and preserving Canada's rich culinary heritage.

Our Mission

Chronicles of Canadian Food Culture exists to document and celebrate the diverse culinary traditions that define Canada. From Indigenous food systems to immigrant contributions, from regional specialties to modern innovations, we preserve the stories, recipes, and knowledge that make Canadian cuisine unique.

Through education, research, and community engagement, we ensure that Canadian food heritage is documented, understood, and passed to future generations. Our platform serves as a comprehensive resource for anyone interested in Canadian culinary history, traditions, and contemporary food culture.

What We Do

Our Team

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Dr. Catherine Beaumont

Director & Food Historian

Ph.D. in Canadian Cultural History with focus on culinary traditions. 20+ years researching Quebec and Maritime food heritage.

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James Chen

Research Coordinator

Specializes in multicultural food traditions and immigrant foodways. Documentary filmmaker capturing food stories across Canada.

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Sarah Whitehorse

Indigenous Food Specialist

Anishinaabe elder and educator focused on Indigenous food sovereignty and traditional knowledge preservation.

Milestones

2021 - Project Launch

Chronicles of Canadian Food Culture launched with mission to document national culinary heritage.

2022 - Oral History Initiative

Began collecting oral histories from Canadian cooks, chefs, and food producers. Over 200 interviews conducted.

2023 - Museum Archive

Digital museum launched featuring historical photographs, vintage menus, and culinary artifacts.

2024 - Regional Expansion

Extended research to all Canadian regions, documenting Indigenous, immigrant, and regional food traditions.

2025 - Educational Programs

Launched educational resources for schools and community groups teaching Canadian food heritage.

2026 - Present Day

Continuing our mission with expanded team, growing archive, and increasing community engagement nationwide.

Join Our Mission

Help us document and celebrate Canadian food culture. Share your stories, contribute recipes, or support our research.