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“Full Moon in Vancouver: Bathing in the Silvery Light of the Full Strawberry Moon”

Stargazers and lunar enthusiasts in Vancouver will be treated to the full moon this weekend, as the June full moon – known as the ‘full strawberry moon’ – will make its appearance at 8:41pm on Saturday, 3 June. The moon’s colour does not relate to its name, which originates from the Algonquin tribe’s use of it as “a signal to gather the ripening fruit of wild strawberries.” Similarly, Native American tribes gave special names to each full moon in association with changing seasons. Vancouver Environment Canada’s forecast currently predicts clear skies for Saturday night, offering perfect opportunities for optimal viewing conditions of the June full moon.
 
Much like the path of this strawberry moon, environmentalists continue to work to maintain the well-being of our surrounding ecosystems, in an effort to help ensure the successful ripening of this season’s strawberries, whose bloom signals a new life cycle for the fruit, and a new beginning for those eagerly awaiting their sweet arrival. 
 
The importance and benefits of locally grown seasonal produce have become a common topic of conversation among advocates of more sustainable food systems. Reduced transportation requirements, supporting local growers, and fresher, healthier food offerings have prompted a resurgence of people enjoying fruits and vegetables in season. Increasing numbers of urban farms are now part of the changing food landscape in Vancouver and other cities dotted throughout Canada, proving the growing importance of local production.
 
These trends have heightened the need for localised farming solutions that produce food to meet the changing needs of entire communities. Examples include vertical farms, which can use significantly less water and space than traditional horizontal methods, and urban farms where crops are cultivated in urban spaces, such as on rooftops. Many cities have initiated comprehensive food production strategies that encourage the growth of urban farms and locally sourced foods. As noted by Vancouver Pacific Centre for Isotopic and Geochemical Research scientist, Dominique Weis, in an article for the CBC, locally sourced food is of “critical importance” to the local food economy, the community, and the environment. 
 
The intersection of science, community, and agriculture has led to a burgeoning movement to re-establish the importance of locally grown food. Similarly, as people throughout Vancouver gather to witness the strawberry full moon, they can be reminded of the significance of sustainability in building healthy communities and ecosystems. The rise of comprehensive food production strategies, localised farm solutions, and the demand for sustainable food is not unlike the cycles of the moon that bring life-sustaining seasonal growth. 
 
This year, the strawberry full moon represents a time of growth and change, offering the possibility of another season of locally grown sustenance in Vancouver and other cities. By nurturing our environment and our communities, the harvest of that growth can cultivate deeper connections and healthier, more resilient cities.

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