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Gardening and cooking workshops for the community * focuses on skill development and using whole foods

Community collaborator and facilitator of food related projects that promote community gardening sustainability and self-sufficiency * advice and assistance regarding the issue of food security * arranges programs including community gardens, meal planning, and healthy eating advice

Services and Programs:

• Grow, Cook, Learn
• Westview Community Garden

Assistance and advocacy for adults with intellectual disabilities

Supported Independent Living - Supports with daily living to enable people with a developmental disability to live in the community

Supports in Long-Term Care - Supports for individuals with a developmental disability who reside in long-term care

Passport Funding and Person Directed Planning - Assistance for people with a disability and their families with planning for life in the community

Community Participation Supports - Assistance for people with a disability in finding meaningful daily activities including leisure, employment and education

Centre offering a range of skills, training and certification opportunities

Topics include:

• Canadian Red Cross first aid and CPR
• instructor development program
• psychological first aid/ first responder/ basic life support
• safe food handling
• smart serve
• customer service and cash register training
• babysitting and stay safe training
• WHMIS training
• computer training (Basics, Excel, Word)
• local food skills (3 week culinary program)
• Culinary Pre Apprenticeship Program ( 6 months)

Services and Programs:

• Ontario Employment Services

Programs include Newcomer Seniors Support Group, Newcomer Women's Support Group, International cooking club and Middle Eastern women's aerobics

Variety of programming to assist children and youth with healthy development offered in various locations throughout Elgin County (St Thomas, Aylmer, Belmont, Springfield, Straffordville, Dutton, Rodney and West Lorne)

Kids Creative Cuisine - Program for children and youth ages 9-13 to learn how to safely prepare and enjoy health recipes * hygiene, kitchen safety, reading recipes, kitchen equipment, measuring ingredients, table manners, table setting, healthy choices

Red Cross Stay Safe! - Program offers basic first aid and safety skills for youth 9-13 years old * participants learn about being safe when they are without the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or trusted adult, both at home and in their communities

Red Cross Babysitting Courses - Teaches children and youth ages 11 and older the responsibilities of babysitting, safety tips for children of all ages, basic child care skills, and what to do in emergencies * Red Cross manual and completion card

S.M.A.R.T. for Girls (Stress Management and Relaxation Techniques) - Program for girls ages 8-12 years * workshops may include yoga, dance, nutrition and creative expression

Resource and drop-in space for youth * age-appropriate programming in recreation, leadership, arts and culture, education, prevention and awareness, and volunteering * daily activities that encourage self esteem, leadership, life and social skills, and job readiness

• gym equipped with sporting equipment
• kitchen housed with snacks and drinks
• computer stations
• video games
• television
• art supplies
• pool table

Activities include homework assistance, movie nights, and recreation

Healthy Eating - free cooking skills programs for youth aged 13-18

COVID19 All staff and volunteers now required to be fully vaccinated including a booster shot, in order to work directly with the public. Those accessing services are not required to show proof of vaccination. COVID19 Community Meals - Monday from 5pm - 6pm; Wednesday 'Seniors' Lunch from 11:30 - 12:30; Friday Market Cafe from 11am - 1pm The in-person, low-cost Access Market has returned to Fridays from 11am - 1pm. The Friday Market Café resumed on Fri, Jun 1, 2022. COVID19 Peer Advocacy office - if you or someone you know is in need of support services for income, access to healthy food, addictions, mental health, domestic violence, housing, tax filing, or just need someone with whom to talk - remote consults available with Community Connector Matthew by appointment. Contact by EMAIL or Ext 1005. Programs and services: Community Health Clinic Fri from 1 pm-4 pm community paramedics, addictions councilors, peer support available. Compost Club - Wed 9 am- 1 pm, learn about composting and food skills regarding food waste Contact: Lucas Tingle 519-3663 Ext 1002, EMAIL Seniors Green Team - Wed 9:30 am-11 am, start your morning by getting your hands dirty in the greenhouse Contact: Lucas Tingle 519-3663 Ext 1002, EMAIL 13 Grandmother Moons - Held on the fifth day after the new moon each month, we will learn about Indigenous ways together and make some handcrafts. Facilitated by Contact: Matthew Maynard 519-508-3663 Ext 1005, EMAIL Seed, Feed, and Lead - Fri 4 pm-7 pm, a fun hands-on program for youth 9 - 13 yrs to learn how to cook nutritious meals. Participants bring home a batch of what they've made to share with their families. Contact: Ben Ingoldsby 519-508-3663 Ext 1003, EMAIL Loving Spoonfuls - Tue 10 am-1 pm, new and expecting parents learn family-friendly recipes and cooking tips along with access to a family health nurse for any parenting questions. Kid friendly environment with activities by Stratford EarlyOn Centre Contact: Ben Ingoldsby 519-508-3663 Ext 1003, EMAIL Welcome Kitchen - Thu 3 pm-5 pm. Program is focused on cooking and eating a communal meal, get together for a small group of individuals being introduced to The Local for the first time. Contact: Erin Innis 519-508-3663 Ext 1001, EMAIL Kids can create their own pizzas cooked in the Stratford Chefs School wood-fired oven in the back garden at The Local. Families of all configurations welcome. Wed 5 pm-7 pm during the summer months. No registration required - just drop in. Contact Ben Ingoldsby EMAIL or call 519-508-3663 Ext 1003 for more information. A community kitchen to prepare community meals and to teach others how to prepare wholesome meals at home. Also provides The Storehouse that accepts large-scale donations from industry and agricultural sector to distribute to not-for-profit agencies, food banks and school nutrition programs throughout Perth County. Have a low-cost produce market, community meal program plus many other community programming around food and advocacy. For current programming schedule see the website HERE Urban Farming at Dufferin Park - Mon and Tue, 5 pm-7 pm. Program looks at urban farming techniques and participants work in teams. Teams share final produce items from the program. Contact: Lucas Tingle 519-508-3663 Ext 1002, EMAIL

Community food programs for all members of the community * programs vary based on time of year and community needs

Learn How to Garden Workshop - learn how grow vegetables * garden plots available

Good Food Box - bulk buying program offering monthly baskets of healthy, affordable produce to support more fruit and vegetables in the diet

Cooking Kids - Monthly cooking program for children aged 7-9 years * a make-and-take meal to share with family

At the Kitchen Table - Monthly program for youth aged 10-12 years where they share a homemade meal and discuss various topics

Better Bites - Seasonal food demonstration, taste test and discussion by Diabetes team

Craving Change - Small group program for adults designed to help understand the reasons why we eat and provide strategies for improving problematic eating behaviours * offered 1-2 times per year

Adult Baking Club - Teaches young adults how to bake * supported by Coordinator of Community Support Service and Program Assistant

Kitchen Kids - Monthly cooking program for parents with children ages 2 1/2 to 6 years * children prepare and try food while parents learn tips for including children in the kitchen

Krazy Kitchen - Monthly program for adults to cook, taste and bring home samples to share * children's programming available

Mens Cooking - Cooking lessons and health education program for men and an opportunity to share recipes

The kitchen offers a practical learning environment, where volunteers make all the meals from scratch * prepares food for Queen Street Commons Cafe * catering available

EarlyON Child and Family Centre

Programs include:

• parent support
• community kitchen
• baking group
• breakfast program
• drop-in
• after school program
• school age program
• focus groups for youth
• babysitting course
• sewing
• adult craft time

Support for people living with diabetes

• program provides access to a nurse, dietitian, social worker, and foot care RPN
  
• group cooking classes and support groups also available

A Free teaching hub near Sarnia's downtown core that helps to promote healthy eating habits. Youth programs include Chefs in Training for ages 7-11, Rainbow Plate which gets toddlers more involved in the kitchen, and a Teen Cuisine program. Adult programs include assisting people with diabetes, IBS, heart conditions and those who are eating for one or those on a tight budget.

ANGER SOLUTIONS

6-week program for kids and 8-week program for youth that incorporates several evidence-based therapeutic models. This program is different from traditional anger management models as it focuses on: resolving the emotion of anger rather than teaching participants to control behaviour and working to motivate participants to become internally motivated to change their responses to anger.

Some of the topics included are: Learning About Emotion * Coping Strategies * Communication Skills

COOKING CLASSES

Free cooking classes for youth aged 13-21. Teaches simple cooking skills, eat a meal, take home leftovers and get a free cookbook.

COVID-19 - Providing up-to-date service information for emergency food providers and grocery and meal delivery services.

Provides information on events, organizations and happenings related to food in Chatham-Kent. Information food skills opportunities, community gardens, student nutrition programs, CK Food Strategy and more can be found here. Additionally the CK Meal Calendar and Food Resource can be found on this website as well as an up to date listing on all food banks, soup kitchens, food voucher programs and other community food resources.

Leadership team and membership work with municipal authorities to handle neighbourhood concerns, promote the neighbourhood, and encourage events and services to locate nearby. Initiatives and activities include:

• potlucks
• kids camps
• community kitchen
• recreational activities
• online multifaith devotional gatherings
• Walking a Path of Service study circles
• occasional pandemic funding support

Note:

• Member of the Guelph Neighbourhood Support Coalition since Jan 2016
• Additional e-mail address: rrngcamps

COVID-19 -- Food Bank is open by appointment only. Resources are limited. Call for information; intake is required.

In an effort to combat hunger and poverty on campus and in the greater Guelph community, the Guelph Student FoodBank provides undergraduate and graduate University of Guelph students access to emergency food, anti-poverty resources, and referrals to other food security, anti-poverty and financial assistance groups.

Activities include:

• local food sourcing
• collective preparation and sharing of food
• workshops
• welcomes new community members who are interested in the baking process of firing the oven, splitting wood, making dough or baking

Programs and services offered at various locations in the Ward.
Office at Tytler Public School by appointment only

Two Rivers Neighbourhood Group Food Bank open to Ward residents on Thursdays (drop in only) from 1 pm-6 pm at 69 Huron St (please enter using the 2nd door at the side of the building - follow the signs!)

Visit/ follow the Facebook page or contact Melanie at the Neighbourhood Group for more information trngprograms@guelphneighbourhoods.org

Contact Maryann (Parent Outreach Worker) for family support 519-803-0989

Activities include outdoor programming, events throughout the year, summer camps, community garden and food access.

Member of the Guelph Neighbourhood Support Coalition

COVID-19 Update: Programs and services may impacted, contact for most recent changes and more information; during lockdown, delivery provided for food support programs. Programs include:

Food and Nutrition

• morning meal program for school age children
• emergency 2 day food support provided

Programs for Children and Youth

• preschool programs
• youth programs
• summer day camp

Other Community Supports

• free or low cost recreation activities for families
• seasonal community events
• referrals and advocacy

Assistance with food, clothing and household items during monthly client visits.

• Christmas hamper and gift programs
• referrals to other agencies and programs
• cooking classes and volunteer opportunities
• commercial kitchen shared with nonprofit groups

Donation boxes for non-perishable food and household items located at Zehrs, Freshco and Walmart stores in Fergus. Donations also accepted at the food bank. Visit website for a list of in need items.

Intercultural Community Kitchens are a space where people get together regularly to cook and eat healthy recipes and share knowledge from their cultures. Community kitchens offer the opportunity to meet others and exchange skills in a welcoming environment.

Program involving cooking lessons as well as youth-led creation and facilitated discussion on food justice topics. Recipes feature whole foods and locally sourced ingredients with vegetarian and halal options.

Cooking and culinary arts classes available in two formats:
10 month program - Teaches both practical and theoretical knowledge and techniques of professional cooking. Includes 32 weeks in-class and an 8 week work placement. Students can earn up to 8 secondary school credits upon completion.
Sep-Jun, Jan-Jan (No class July or August) Mon-Fri 8:30 am-1:30 pm
Fees: $700 includes chef uniform, set of chef knives, textbooks, workbook, and food safety certifications
6 week program - Focuses on kitchen instruction: food preparation, storage, and safe handling, cooking techniques, and knife skills. A secondary school credit provided upon completion.
See website for dates. Mon-Fri 8:30 am-1:30 pm

Programs operated through the Hamilton Wentworth Catholic District School Board (HWCDSB) and funded through the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development.