Francis Xavier University). With more than 25 years’ experience in public health with Interior Health (Kamloops, British Columbia) in the area of food security and community development, she is an author and international speaker, having written numerous books including Building Food Security in Canada: From Hunger to Sustainable Food Systems, as well as the international bestseller Low Glycemic Meals in Minutes..In addition, Laura is the founder of the Kamloops Food Policy Council and has championed numerous projects in her community. She is a pioneer in food security and has worked across Canada assisting local governments and community groups in developing food security strategies and policies.