Poster, "Come into the Garden Dad!", c. 1918. Image: Archives of Ontario
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Resource ID
7932
Access
Open
Credit Line
Archives of Ontario
Date of Creation
1918
Keywords
WW1, WWII, Industry, advertising, commercial, gardening, food production
Program Category
Marketing and Communication
Rights
Public Domain
Caption
Poster, "Come into the Garden Dad!", c. 1918. Image: Archives of Ontario
Description
During the First World War, Canadians were encouraged to grow their own vegetables as a means of supporting the war effort. By growing their own food, people on the home front were relieving pressure on the national food production chain, which had to feed soldiers on the front lines. While the Canadian government heavily promoted the rationing of household foods and encouraged resourcefulness, they also promoted home gardening. These gardens became known as 'Victory Gardens'.