Welcome to issue #60 of the Grandview Woodland Food Connection E-Newsletter. This newsletter has been created to share information about food security in the Grandview Woodland and neighbouring communities. Please feel free to send us any information that you would like included.
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Check out our Blog - http://gwfoodconnection.wordpress.com/

Sustenance Festival Activities

Le Chou Senior's Harvest Bounty

2013 Urban Farming Forum - Call for Session Proposals

Vancouver Urban Farming Society Survey

Britannia School Garden Harvest

Urban Agriculture - Expression of Interest

We are also on Flickr - http://flickr.com/photos/gwfc/sets/

Le Chou Intergenerational Garden

Britannia School Garden 2013

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Interested in food security in Grandview Woodlands? Interested in creating community food programs? - Would you like to join the Grandview Woodland Food Connection Advisory Committee? This committee meets approximately every two months and helps set the strategic directions for the GWFC. This is a great opportunity to get involved in community food programming. Contact the GWFC - 604-718-5895

Canning equipment available to borrow. The GWFC has two canning kits available for community use. Includes 21 quart canner, canning rack, jar lifter, funnel, lid lifter, and bubble remover. No cost. Contact the GWFC - 604-718-5895

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Events

1. SUSTENANCE FESTIVAL
2 NEW PEOPLE / FIRST PEOPLE'S: SHARINGS HARMONIZING DANCE, MUSIC, ART AND RITUAL
3. WHO GETS SUSTENANCE? A COMMUNITY FORUM ON DIGNIFIED FOOD ACCESS TO HEALTHY FOOD FOR ALL PEOPLE
4. HOUSING AND HUNGER IN BC: A SYMPOSIUM LINKING LIVED EXPERIENCE, POLICY, RESEARCH AND PROGRAMMING
5. BRITANNIA BULK BUYING

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Workshops

1. GWFC FOOD WORKSHOPS
2. HOW TO MAKE KIMCHI
3. CANNING AND PRESERVING
4. FRESH CHOICE KITCHENS WORKSHOPS - COMMUNITY KITCHEN LEADERSHIP, FOOD SAFE, FIRST AID
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Funding

1. HEALTH AND WELLNESS SCHOOL GRANTS
2. THINK AND EAT GREEN SCHOOL GRANTS
3. VANCOUVER COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANTS - FOOD SYSTEMS

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Events

1. SUSTENANCE FESTIVAL


The 2013 Sustenance Festival, celebrating its 5th year, will include more than two dozen fun and interactive community events and a thoughtful art exhibit spurring dialogue about how individuals and communities can work together to strengthen our environment and our local food system. Join us and become part of the solution, because together and only together - will we create a Bright Green Future for our children.

October 8 through 22
Visit the Sustenance Festival website for a full listing of all the events and activities.


OCT 16th WORLD FOOD DAY: GOOD FOOD FOR ALL – EXPLORING HOW THE RIGHT TO FOOD CAN SHAPE OUR POLICIES AND ORGANIZATIONS

Oct 16th, 6-8:30pm at the Roundhouse Community Centre.
The event will explore how we can work together towards a transition to a food system based on the right to food. Presentations and discussion will focus on how public policy and community-based food organizations can contribute to a more just and sustainable food system. The event is free but spots will go fast so go togood-food-for-all.eventbrite.ca to register.

As part of Sustenance Festival, the Grandview Woodland Food Connection is pleased to present the following two engaging events. 

2  NEW PEOPLE / FIRST PEOPLE'S: SHARINGS HARMONIZING DANCE, MUSIC, ART AND RITUAL

Join us in this unique exploration of indigenous perspectives on sustenance and food security through dance, music, art and ritual. Kathara Pilipino Indigenous Arts along with artist Bert Monterona and First Nations Raven Spirit Dance together host a dance performance and interactive dance workshop exploring our human relationship to food and nature along with a sharing and making of indigenous traditional dishes.

Sat. Oct 12. 2 – 4pm
Britannia Community Centre, Upstairs Canuck Family Education Centre
1655 William St (Off Grandview Park)
Suggested Donation $10 – $15
Food Included
Info: 604-718-5895
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/225802027583538/

3. WHO GETS SUSTENANCE? A COMMUNITY FORUM ON DIGNIFIED FOOD ACCESS TO HEALTHY FOOD FOR ALL PEOPLE

Join our community forum on healthy food access and the sharing of preliminary research being conducted through the Social PLanning and Research Council of BC (SPARC) with residents of Vancouver’s Grandview Woodland neighbourhood and Bella Coola. Participants in this study are being asked to share their ideas and experiences so we can better understand the barriers to dignified access to healthy food by underserved groups. We also want to learn how to overcome those barriers and what underserved people are doing now to eat better. Come share your thoughts on how to improve food access and equity in our communities.

Sat. Oct 19. 2 – 4pm
Britannia Community Centre, Upstairs Canuck Family Education Centre
Free Event. Food Provided
Info: 604-718-5895

4. HOUSING AND HUNGER IN BC: A SYMPOSIUM LINKING LIVED EXPERIENCE, POLICY, RESEARCH AND PROGRAMMING

Nov 20, 2013
Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Richmond, BC

You’re invited to a special day-long symposium exploring the connection between social housing and food security on November 20, 2013 in Richmond, BC. Housing and Hunger in BC: A symposium linking lived experience, policy, research and programming is presented by BC Non-Profit Housing Association (BCNPHA) in partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health and the Food Security in Social Housing Working Group. Our long-term goal is to facilitate systemic change by identifying housing policies, programs, infrastructure, and design that will improve and sustain food security for social housing tenants.

The Symposium is a special, stand-alone component of BCNPHA’s Annual Non-Profit Housing Conference (Nov 18-20). Symposium sessions will explore a broad range of topics, weaving together research, practice, and lived experience. Registration for the Symposium opens on August 15th.

Sponsorship for this initiative has been generously provided by the Real Estate Foundation of BC, Vancouver Coastal Health, and Metro Vancouver.

Mark November 20, 2013 in your calendar and share this invitation with your colleagues and networks. Please post the Symposium on your organization’s event calendar. To receive updates about the Symposium, sign up for our mailing list here: http://eepurl.com/DdFo9.

5. BRITANNIA BULK BUYING

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Workshops

1. GWFC FOOD WORKSHOPS

MINDFULNESS TEA: HOW TO EAT YOUR WAY OUT OF STRESS

Stress stops the process of eating and digesting. You can use the process of eating to communicate to your body, letting it know that it can relax. You get to enjoy every bite of a variety of delicious food as you take in and acknowledge the sublime view of the exquisite table, the royalty of all who accompany it and slowly uncover the sumptuous offering with its layers of gifts to our senses.

Sunday, Oct. 20, 7- 9pm
Britannia Community Centre
Cost: $12

EIGHTFOLD EATS: GLUTEN AND SUGAR-FREE BAKING

This workshop includes a baking demo on how to bake gluten, sugar free & diabetic safe; a discussion on macrobiotics and the truth about alternative sweeteners; and a section on body cleanses and supplements. You will also get great tips on cooking, handouts, FOOD, exclusive recipes and of course a chance to ask questions. Mike Robinson (Registered Holistic Nutritionist) is the owner and head baker at Eightfold Eats Inc. http://www.eightfoldeats.com

Wed. Oct 16, 6:30-9:00pm
Britannia Community Centre
Cost: $15

2. HOW TO MAKE KIMCHI

When: Saturday, Oct 12, 2013 1-4pm
Where: Britannia Community Centre, 1661 Napier Street, Vancouver BC
$49

It’s spicy! It’s stinky! It’s spectacular!
Rated one of the world’s healthiest foods by Health magazine in 2008. Kimchi’s probiotic bacteria (lactobacilli) are good for both your gastrointestinal and immune systems – and adds a tasty kick to a variety of meals. Led by www.culinaryadventures.co founder Gloria Chang who learned how to make kimchi from her Korean mother, this hands-on workshop will teach you how to make your own Baechu Kimchi (napa cabbage) to take home and ferment at home, and a fresh Kimchi salad you’ll get to taste in class. No experience necessary! Limited to 15 participants. *A workshop on how to COOK with kimchi will follow in November. Details coming soon.

RSVP here: kimchi.eventbrite.ca

3. CANNING AND PRESERVING

Learn how to can and preserve some of the fall bounty that surrounds us at this time of the year. This workshop will focus on jam and pickles and participants will be able to take some home at the end.
Sunday Oct 21st 6:30-9:30pm
Strathcona Community Centre
Fee: $30

Registration: 604.713.1838 or in person at Strathcona Community Centre (Please Pre-register in advance)
50% subsidies are available for all workshops to low income residents of Vancouver with a Leisure Access Card.

3. FRESH CHOICE KITCHENS WORKSHOPS - COMMUNITY KITCHEN LEADERSHIP, FOOD SAFE, FIRST AID

For more information on all their workshops visit: www.communitykitchens.ca

COMMUNITY KITCHEN LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP

During this workshop you will have the opportunity to find out more about community kitchens, different ways a group can work and how you can lead or start a community kitchen. Learn the history of the community kitchen movement and the effect it has had around the province. Hear about the different kitchen models that run successfully in our communities. Experience a community kitchen first hand!
The cost to participate is $45.00. To register please contact Christopher Langer at christopherl@foodbank.bc.ca or 604-216-3073.

Thursday, December 5, 2013 – 9:00am to 3:00pm
Location TBA (In Vancouver)

FOODSAFE LEVEL 1

Come learn the basics about safe food handling in a friendly classroom environment. This is a provincially recognized course taught by qualified instructors. It is suitable for individuals who have a grade 8 or higher reading comprehension level. The cost to participate is on a sliding scale from $50.00 – $95.00 (pay what you can). To register, please contact Christopher Langer atchristopherl@foodbank.bc.ca or 604-216-3073.

Saturday, October 19, 2013 – 9:00am to 5:00pm
Location: 1150 Raymur Ave, Vancouver

FIRE SAFETY AND FIRST AID

This 1-day workshop for community kitchen (CK) leaders & participants consists of 2 components. Vancouver Fire Fighters will facilitate “Save Somebody’s Life” & afterwards Vancouver Fire & Rescue Services will come & offer “Fire Safety & Fire Extinguisher Training”. Participants must attend both components for the day. The cost to participate is $45.00. To register please contact Christopher Langer atchristopherl@foodbank.bc.ca or 604-216-3073.

Tuesday, November 5, 2013 – 10:00am to 2:00pm
Location: 1150 Raymur Ave, Vancouver
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Funding

1. HEALTH AND WELLNESS SCHOOL GRANTS

Searching for school grant opportunities can be a time consuming process and takes away from time spent in the classroom. That is why we’ve brought together a collection of various health and wellness related school grant opportunities from various organizations from all over the province into one convenient location.

Know of a grant opportunity you'd like to share with the province? Please email us at info@healthyschoolsbc.ca and we'll add it to this list. Remember to check back often, this list is updated every week.

More info: http://www.healthyschoolsbc.ca/healthy-schools-bc-resources/healthy-schools-grants/health-and-wellness-school-grants.aspx

2. THINK AND EAT GREEN SCHOOL GRANTS

What is a Think&EatGreen School and how can we use Small Grants funding?

Think&EatGreen@School has set aside $20,000 of its research funding from the Social Sciences & Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRCC) for supporting small projects in Vancouver School Board schools in the 2013-2014 school year. Your school can participate by becoming a “Think&EatGreen School” and receive a grant of up to $2,000 to initiate, expand or improve school projects in the areas of food production, food preparation, food waste management, and related teaching and learning activities. This grant is available to new applicant schools and previous Think&EatGreen Schools.­­

More info: http://thinkeatgreen.ca

3. VANCOUVER COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANTS - FOOD SYSTEMS

The categories of 2014 Community Services Grants now includes a Sustainable Food Systems Grants stream. The Sustainable Food Systems Grant is intended to support organizations providing services and programs that increase access to food, promote inclusion and participation, and build sustainable food systems at the neighbourhood level.

You can find the application forms and information sheet on our website at:
http://vancouver.ca/people-programs/sustainable-food-systems-grants.aspx

Deadline: 4:30 pm, Friday, October 18, 2013

Welcome to issue #59 of the Grandview Woodland Food Connection E-Newsletter. This newsletter has been created to share information about food security in the Grandview Woodland and neighbouring communities. Please feel free to send us any information that you would like included.
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Check out our Blog - http://gwfoodconnection.wordpress.com/

Le Chou is Growing

Corn Festival 2013

Britannia Potato Farm

Westside Mobile Food Market

The Children Raided the Garden

We are also on Flickr - http://flickr.com/photos/gwfc/sets/

Le Chou Intergenerational Garden

Britannia Potato Farm

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Interested in food security in Grandview Woodlands? - Would you like to join the Grandview Woodland Food Connection Advisory Committee?  This committee meets approximately every two months and helps set the strategic directions for the GWFC. This is a great opportunity to get involved in community food programming. If interested contact Ian - 604-718-5895

Canning equipment available to borrow. The GWFC has two canning kits available for community use. Includes 21 quart canner, canning rack, jar lifter, funnel, lid lifter, and bubble remover. No cost. Contact the GWFC - 604-718-5895

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Events

1. 10TH ANNUAL CORN FESTIVAL
2. NUTRITION COUNSELING SERVICE 
3. FROG HOLLOW HARVEST FESTIVAL
4. HOUSING AND HUNGER IN BC: A SYMPOSIUM LINKING LIVED EXPERIENCE, POLICY, RESEARCH AND PROGRAMMING
5. BRITANNIA BULK BUYING

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Workshops

1. GWFC FOOD WORKSHOPS
2. WE LOVE VEGGIES
3. PUTTING FOOD BY – PRESERVATION WORKSHOP SERIES
4. FRESH CHOICE KITCHENS WORKSHOP SERIES
Community Kitchen Roundtable 
Community Kitchen Leadership Workshop
Food Safe Level 1 
Fire Safety and First Aid 
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Jobs

1. DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR, SOLE FOOD STREET FARMS
2. BREAKFAST PROGRAM ASSISTANT – STRATHCONA COMMUNITY CENTRE
3. PROVINCIAL COORDINATOR, FARM TO SCHOOL BC
4. UBC FARM – COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR
5. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS – LEARNING LAB, FARM TO SCHOOL GREATER VANCOUVER
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Volunteer Opportunities

1. GRANDVIEW WOODLAND FOOD CONNECTION
2. THE FOOD 2 U PROGRAM

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Events

1. 10TH ANNUAL CORN FESTIVAL

Corn is a national symbol in Latin America and a symbol of cultural identity and food sovereignty. With the onslaught of GMO corn, one of 4 GMO crops now grown in Canada, we are losing traditional varieties of corn at an alarming rate. Take action and ask your grocer if your corn is GMO. Just don’t buy it.

And corn is also great tasting so join us in this very lively and tasty celebration of corn. The Corn Festival is presented by the Canadian El Salvador Action Network and hosted by Britannia Community Centre and the Grandview Woodland Food Connection, this festival invites all community members to experience the many corn foods of Latin America along with dance, music and other cultural presentations.

Sunday, Sept 1, Noon to 5pm
Britannia Community Centre
Gym D





2. NUTRITION COUNSELING SERVICE 

The GWFC and Britannia Community Centre will be hosting a new Nutrition Counseling Service with Nikoo Boroumand, a certified holistic nutritionist and herbalist. Available for under-served residents and open to all community members on a sliding scale basis. This service is aimed at helping you navigate the food choices available in our area and choose the foods that are best suited for your health, taking into consideration any health issues or goals you may have. Improved eating habits can help boost your physical and mental health. This service also aims to help connect residents to affordable, accessible, healthy food programs and options. Service available Wednesdays 6-9pm. Britannia Community Centre.

Contact Nikoo Boroumand at info@healinggardenswellness.com for more information and to book an appointment or visitwww.healinggardenswellness.com

3. FROG HOLLOW HARVEST FESTIVAL

4. HOUSING AND HUNGER IN BC: A SYMPOSIUM LINKING LIVED EXPERIENCE, POLICY, RESEARCH AND PROGRAMMING

Nov 20, 2013
Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Richmond, BC

You’re invited to a special day-long symposium exploring the connection between social housing and food security on November 20, 2013 in Richmond, BC. Housing and Hunger in BC: A symposium linking lived experience, policy, research and programming is presented by BC Non-Profit Housing Association (BCNPHA) in partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health and the Food Security in Social Housing Working Group. Our long-term goal is to facilitate systemic change by identifying housing policies, programs, infrastructure, and design that will improve and sustain food security for social housing tenants.

The Symposium is a special, stand-alone component of BCNPHA’s Annual Non-Profit Housing Conference (Nov 18-20). Symposium sessions will explore a broad range of topics, weaving together research, practice, and lived experience. Registration for the Symposium opens on August 15th.

Sponsorship for this initiative has been generously provided by the Real Estate Foundation of BC, Vancouver Coastal Health, and Metro Vancouver.

Mark November 20, 2013 in your calendar and share this invitation with your colleagues and networks. Please post the Symposium on your organization’s event calendar. To receive updates about the Symposium, sign up for our mailing list here: http://eepurl.com/DdFo9.

5. BRITANNIA BULK BUYING

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Workshops

1. GWFC FOOD WORKSHOPS

MINDFULNESS TEA: HOW TO EAT YOUR WAY OUT OF STRESS
Stress stops the process of eating and digesting. You can use the process of eating to communicate to your body, letting it know that it can relax. You get to enjoy every bite of a variety of delicious food as you take in and acknowledge the sublime view of the exquisite table, the royalty of all who accompany it and slowly uncover the sumptuous offering with its layers of gifts to our senses.
Sunday, Oct. 20, 7- 9pm
Britannia Community Centre
Cost: $12

EATING WELL: SEASONAL VEGETABLE MENUS
Learn how to create recipes for healthy indulgence! This class focuses on food that is seasonally fresh, often raw, full of flavor and loaded with nutrition. A selection off recipes are offered that are creative yet affordable and quick to prepare. This mix of vegetable and protein based foods will inspire you with the experience and methods to prepare a variety of seasonal vegetables in future cooking explorations. Chashma Heinze’s culinary forays include culinary school in France, working worldwide as a chef, owning a small foods business.
Tues, Sept 17, 6:00-9:00pm
Britannia Community Centre
$15

SAUERKRAUT AND VEGETABLE FERMENTATION
Fermented vegetables are packed with probiotics that are required for good digestion, a strong immune system, and all around great health. Fermenting vegetables allows the nutrients in the vegetables to become more available for our bodies to absorb. The microorganisms that take part in the fermentation process also increase nutrients, notably B vitamins. Come learn how to make this easy and affordable health food using resources you have around the house. Bring a jar to take away some sauerkraut and/or other fermented vegetables that we’ll be making at the workshop. $10 suggested donation.
Sat. Sept 21, 1:30-3:30pm
Britannia Community Centre
$10

EIGHTFOLD EATS: GLUTEN AND SUGAR-FREE BAKING
This workshop includes a baking demo on how to bake gluten, sugar free & diabetic safe; a discussion on macrobiotics and the truth about alternative sweeteners; and a section on body cleanses and supplements. You will also get great tips on cooking, handouts, FOOD, exclusive recipes and of course a chance to ask questions. Mike Robinson (Registered Holistic Nutritionist) is the owner and head baker at Eightfold Eats Inc. http://www.eightfoldeats.com
Wed. Oct 16, 6:30-9:00pm
Britannia Community Centre
$15

2. WE LOVE VEGGIES

The We Love Veggies program is a delicious way for families to learn more about eating vegetables. This is a program of the Reach Community Health Centre. As part of the program you will get:
An initial consultation with a nutritionist
Coupons for veggies
6 weeks of cooking classes
A follow up class 4 weeks later
A Farmer’s Market tour

Next program begins Tues, Sept. 17
Classes 9:30 – 11:30
For more information contact Reach at 604-254-1354

3. PUTTING FOOD BY – PRESERVATION WORKSHOP SERIES

Cost: $10 per workshop
Registration is required as space is limited: www.puttingfoodby.eventbrite.ca
Location: Fresh Choice Kitchens 1150 Raymur

CANNING - JELLY EDITION
Wednesday September 4, 2pm-4pm
Hands on jelly making using the water-bath technique. Leave with a jar of jelly and the knowledge to make your own at home.

FREEZING AND PRESSURE CANNING
Thursday September 12, 1pm-3pm
Make a scrumptious easy freezer jam to take home. One of the fastest and freshest jams! Also, learn about the art and science of pressure canning to preserve fish and other low acid foods.

This series is open to beginners. People from all backgrounds and ages are welcome. This workshop series is for people wanting to learn more about preserving food, and have a chance to ask lots of questions and learn hands-on. Julia Thiessen, from the Environmental Youth Alliance will be in the garden to kick things off, bringing her passion for connecting people to the natural world. Carolyn Morris will be leading the first two workshops, bringing her love of growing and eating local foods and vast teaching experience. Elizabeth Isaac will share her vast knowledge of freezing and pressure canning honed as the Community Kitchen coordinator for Vancouver Native Health.

This series is hosted by the Environmental Youth Alliance in partnership with Fresh Choice Kitchens and supported by Vancity
More info: Phone: 604-689-4446
Email: juliat@eya.ca

4. FRESH CHOICE KITCHENS WORKSHOP SERIES

For more information on all their workshops visit: www.communitykitchens.ca

COMMUNITY KITCHEN ROUNDTABLE
This free, two hour roundtable is an opportunity to meet other community kitchen leaders, to share and hear about other kitchen activities, challenges & successes. Come to our Vancouver office to participate in person or participate remotely via teleconferencing. For those calling outside the Vancouver area, a toll-free number is available for BC residents only. Teleconference information will be provided by emailed to you prior to the Roundtable. To register, please contact Christopher Langer at christopherl@foodbank.bc.ca or 604-216-3073. Please let us know if you will be calling in or participating in person.

Thursday, September 12, 2013 – 10:00am to 12:00pm
Location: 1150 Raymur Ave, Vancouver

COMMUNITY KITCHEN LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP
During this workshop you will have the opportunity to find out more about community kitchens, different ways a group can work and how you can lead or start a community kitchen. Learn the history of the community kitchen movement and the effect it has had around the province. Hear about the different kitchen models that run successfully in our communities. Experience a community kitchen first hand!
The cost to participate is $45.00. To register please contact Christopher Langer at christopherl@foodbank.bc.ca or 604-216-3073.

Thursday, October 10, 2013 – 9:00am to 3:00pm
Thursday, December 5, 2013 – 9:00am to 3:00pm
Location TBA (In Vancouver)

FOODSAFE LEVEL 1
Come learn the basics about safe food handling in a friendly classroom environment. This is a provincially recognized course taught by qualified instructors. It is suitable for individuals who have a grade 8 or higher reading comprehension level. The cost to participate is on a sliding scale from $50.00 – $95.00 (pay what you can). To register, please contact Christopher Langer atchristopherl@foodbank.bc.ca or 604-216-3073.

Saturday, October 19, 2013 – 9:00am to 5:00pm
Location: 1150 Raymur Ave, Vancouver

FIRE SAFETY AND FIRST AID
This 1-day workshop for community kitchen (CK) leaders & participants consists of 2 components. Vancouver Fire Fighters will facilitate “Save Somebody’s Life” & afterwards Vancouver Fire & Rescue Services will come & offer “Fire Safety & Fire Extinguisher Training”. Participants must attend both components for the day. The cost to participate is $45.00. To register please contact Christopher Langer at christopherl@foodbank.bc.ca or 604-216-3073.

Tuesday, November 5, 2013 – 10:00am to 2:00pm
Location: 1150 Raymur Ave, Vancouver
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Jobs

1. DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR, SOLE FOOD STREET FARMS

The Distribution Coordinator (DC) oversees farmers’ markets, restaurant, on-site produce stand and wholesale sales to distributors and retail stores, and coordinates our CSA program. The DC is responsible for the efficient marketing of produce while maintaining high standards. The DC acts as produce “traffic director” ensuring that all products find the right home, is responsible for all post harvest handling of products, consolidation from the farms, and the processing, preparation, delivery and billing of all orders. 
http://www.solefoodfarms.com
More job info - http://gwfoodconnection.wordpress.com/jobs/

2. BREAKFAST PROGRAM ASSISTANT – STRATHCONA COMMUNITY CENTRE

For the past 15 years, the Strathcona Community Centre has been providing a free Breakfast Program for children who attend Lord Strathcona Elementary School. Each day we feed 150 school aged children, their younger siblings and caregivers and provide a safe, happy and healthy place for them to start their day. We are seeking an Assistant for the Breakfast Program who will support the Breakfast Coordinator. Suitable applicants are at least 18 years of age, energetic, fun and enjoy working in an organized but busy environment teaching children leadership and food preparation skills.
More info - http://gwfoodconnection.wordpress.com/jobs/

3. PROVINCIAL COORDINATOR, FARM TO SCHOOL BC

The Public Health Association of BC is seeking proposals from consultants for a Provincial Coordinator, Farm to School BC

Farm to School programs connect schools to farms in order to bring healthy, local, and sustainably produced foods into British Columbia’s schools. Like Farm to Hospital and Farm to University, Farm to School is part of a broader Farm to Cafeteria movement – a movement that aims to bring healthy, local, and sustainably produced foods into the places where we work, learn, are healed, and play.

RFP – Farm to School Coordinator

4. UBC FARM – COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

The UBC Farm is seeking an experienced and visionary communications leader who will assist our team with two major areas of organizational growth:

1. Project leadership with the Scaling up: Bring local to a global campus project. Leveraging our experience as a working farm on an urban campus, this project aims to contribute in significant ways to the regional sustainability dialogue. The Communications Coordinator will be responsible for overall project facilitation and for communications and reporting specific to this project.

2. Communications development & coordination for the Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm. Reporting to the CSFS Director, the Communications Coordinator will help tell the story of the UBC Farm, with the goal of cultivating strong relationships with UBC Farm stakeholders. This individual will help develop and implement online and off-line communications projects and will require competency with web and media interfaces, content creation, and delivery of strategic public communications.

Full position and application details available at : http://ubcfarm.ubc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/UBCFarmCommCoord2013_FINAL.pdf

5. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS – LEARNING LAB, FARM TO SCHOOL GREATER VANCOUVER

The Public Health Association of BC (PHABC) and the Farm to School Greater Vancouver (F2SGV) Steering Committee seek a dynamic, organized team leader for a Food Procurement Learning Lab. PHABC is a voluntary, non-profit, non-government organization, whose mission is to preserve and promote the public’s health. The Association works toward this mission through its activities in disease and injury prevention, health promotion and protection, and healthy public policy.
More info - http://gwfoodconnection.wordpress.com/jobs/
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Volunteer Opportunities

1. GRANDVIEW WOODLAND FOOD CONNECTION

The Grandview Woodland Food Connection is a grassroots food security group supporting residents to access healthy and affordable food. We are developing a number of community based food initiatives, including community gardening, bulk buying groups, school gardens, canning workshops,community kitchens and more and are looking for individuals interested in hands-on project coordination. Check out our projects. Call Ian @ 604-718-5895

2. THE FOOD 2 U PROGRAM

The Food 2 U Program is a partnership between the Vancouver Food Bank and Vancouver Coastal Health. The program delivers food to homebound seniors or persons with a disability most Tuesday mornings and is looking for volunteer drivers (with their own car) and passengers. Mileage will be reimbursed for those using their vehicles. Volunteers must be able to work well with people and be physically able to lift 20-25 lb grocery bags. Familiarity with the downtown area is an asset. For further information, please contact Jan Russell at (604)301-3886.

Welcome to issue #58 of the Grandview Woodland Food Connection E-Newsletter. This newsletter has been created to share information about food security in the Grandview Woodland and neighbouring communities. Please feel free to send us any information that you would like included.
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Check out our Blog - http://gwfoodconnection.wordpress.com/

Thanks Magee Secondary Students

Pandora Community Garden Gate

Stone Soup Festival

Spring Adventures at Britannia School

Food Banks, What the F#@K Harper

We are also on Flickr - http://flickr.com/photos/gwfc/sets/

Stone Soup 2013

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• Britannia Youth Dinners Program - Come join us for a community meal. Connect with our youth. Volunteers needed to help prepare food, serve, cleanup. This new program focusing on youth inclusion is designed to connect with vulnerable Britannia youth through food and community. The meals run Tues and Thurs at Britannia Community Centre. Contact the GWFC if you can help - 604-718-5895
• Canning equipment available to borrow. The GWFC has two canning kits available for community use. Includes 21 quart canner, canning rack, jar lifter, funnel, lid lifter, and bubble remover. No cost. Contact the GWFC - 604-718-5895
• 2012 Vancouver Urban Farming Forum: Understanding Our Practices from Seed to Scrap. We are delighted to be sharing our report including 18 urban farming organizations from across Metro Vancouver who participated and worked with us to create a baseline landscape of urban farming practices throughout the region with a focus on the City of Vancouver. It was the beginning of the much larger community research process which looks even closer into the landscape of practices addressing what is working, what is not, and where the gaps are. But for now, here are what we think to be a pretty juicy nearly 40 pages:
http://www.urbanfarmers.ca/publications/reports/
In thanks and good eats,
Shelby and Zsuzsi

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Events

1. WOODLAND PARK COMMUNITY GARDEN FILM FUNDRAISER
2. NUTRITION COUNSELING SERVICE 
3. WOODLAND PARK COMMUNITY GARDEN – LE CHOU INTERGENERATIONAL GARDENING PROJECT
4. MY HEALTH MY COMMUNITY

5. FARMcamp
6. BC FOOD SYSTEMS NETWORK ANNUAL GATHERING
7. VILLAGE VANCOUVER – GRANDVIEW WOODLANDS MONTHLY POTLUCKS

Workshops

1. FERMENTATION WORKSHOP - BRITANNIA
2. EATING FOR CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH
3. GWFC FOOD WORKSHOPS
4. GWFC GARDENING WORKSHOPS

Jobs

1. FACILITATOR FOR A COMMUNITY FOOD CHARTER PROCESS IN NEW WESTMINSTER

2. SLOW FOOD CANADA COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

Volunteer

1. UBC FARM MARKET
2. GRANDVIEW WOODLAND FOOD CONNECTION

Funding

1. NEW HORIZONS FOR SENIORS PROGRAM 

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Events

1. WOODLAND PARK COMMUNITY GARDEN FILM FUNDRAISER

2. NUTRITION COUNSELING SERVICE

The GWFC and Britannia Community Centre will be hosting a new Nutrition Counseling Service with Nikoo Boroumand, a certified holistic nutritionist and herbalist. Available for under-served residents and open to all community members on a sliding scale basis. This service is aimed at helping you navigate the food choices available in our area and choose the foods that are best suited for your health, taking into consideration any health issues or goals you may have. Improved eating habits can help boost your physical and mental health. This service also aims to help connect residents to affordable, accessible, healthy food programs and options. Service available Wednesdays 6-9pm. Britannia Community Centre.

Contact Nikoo Boroumand at info@healinggardenswellness.com for more information and to book an appointment or visitwww.healinggardenswellness.com

3. WOODLAND PARK COMMUNITY GARDEN – LE CHOU INTERGENERATIONAL GARDENING PROJECT

4. MY HEALTH MY COMMUNITY

My Health My Community is a new web-based health and wellness survey that will give residents the opportunity to help influence their community’s health priorities. This innovative new initiative was created through a joint partnership between Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), Fraser Health (FHA) and the UBC Faculty of Medicine, eHealth Strategy Office.

My Health My Community will help us learn how our lifestyles, our neighbourhoods & our environment, all work together to affect our overall health and well-being. The information collected will be used in partnership with local governments, healthcare planners, academia and community stakeholders to shape future programs & community services that will benefit individuals and whole communities.

We will be launching My Health My Community at a free public forum on Thursday, June 27th, 2013. Sign up to join us at UBC Robson Square in downtown Vancouver or participate the live webcast (details on connecting via webcast will be available at http://www.myhealthmycommunity.org).

6:30 Doors open

7:00-7:30 Introduction to My Health My Community
Dr. Jat Sandhu, Regional Director for Public Health Surveillance Unit, VCH, will describe the project and the ways it can help Vancouver Coastal Health and Fraser Health communities improve the health of their residents.

7:30-8:30 Panel Discussion about Creating Healthier Communities
Dr. Art Hister will moderate a discussion between health and community leaders, as well as questions from the audience. Confirmed panel members (to date):
Dr Patty Daly, Chief Medical Health Officer and Vice President Public Health, VCH
Peter Fassbender, Mayor, City of Langley
Dr Kendall Ho, Professor and Director of eHealth Strategy Office, Faculty of Medicine, UBC
Dr Victoria Lee, Medical Health Officer, FHA
Richard Walton, Mayor, District of North Vancouver
Dave Semple, General Manager, Community Services, City of Richmond
Please circulate this invitation through your networks and share this event on Facebook and Twitter

We hope you can make it!

Cheers,
Vancouver Coastal Health, Fraser Health and the University of British Columbia, Faculty of Medicine, eHealth Strategy Office


5. FARMcamp

FARMcamp is a 7-day experiential summer camp for youth aged 14-18! We will incorporate workshops (such as farm skills and group decision-making), community building activities, whole-camp games, participant-led workshops, skill sharing and free-fun-time (swimming, stargazing, napping, singing, etc.) Check out the the FARMcamp handy-dandy handbook detailing: what to expect, food, what you will need to bring and travel information!

It takes place on Linnaea Farm School on beautiful Cortes Island: Klahoose, Wei We Kai, Kwaikah, Homalco and Sliammon Territories. Linnaea is a 315 acre property, covering lakes, farm animals, pasture/farmland, and forest.

This Summer! The camp will run from July 2nd to 9th, 2013.
More details and to register please visit: www.farmcamp.ca

6. BC FOOD SYSTEMS NETWORK ANNUAL GATHERING

Please join the BC Food Systems Network as we celebrate 15 years of promoting sustainability and democracy in the BC food system!

The 15th Annual Gathering will be held at George Pringle Memorial Camp in Shawnigan Lake from July 5th through July 7th. Shawnigan Lake is located on Vancouver Island, about forty-five kilometres northwest of Victoria. The theme for this year’s event is “Food from the water, food from the land”. The Network recognizes that food is a human right. It is a gift from the Creator and we must honour the food as well as its sources, whether they be land or water based. Join us as we explore a wide range of issues related to producing and gathering food in British Columbia and explore ways to celebrate and protect our abundant resources.
The Network has a holistic perspective, embracing the way food issues cross cultures, sectors, and age groups. The annual Gathering is one of the ways we share insights, initiatives, strategies and critical analysis of the food system. This year’s Gathering will provide a balance of workshops, presentations and panel discussions with outdoor activities and time for sharing and socializing.
Registration details and a call for proposals will be issued shortly. If you would like to receive regular updates regarding the 2013 Gathering, please join our listserv or Facebook Events Page (please feel free to invite your friends!).

7. VILLAGE VANCOUVER – GRANDVIEW WOODLANDS MONTHLY POTLUCKS

Join folks in your neighbourhood working toward a resilient community and future. Commercial Dr. VV holds a monthly potluck & workshop the third Thursday of every month. Most potlucks & workshops will be held in the common room of Rising Star Co-op (1556 E. 5th Ave.).
Thursday June 20th – Chickens 101
Thur. July 18th 6-8pm: Green Cleaning
Thur. Aug. 15th: Break for the summer
Thur. Sept. 19th: Canning Basics
Sign-up for our monthly potluck & workshop reminders:www.tinyurl.com/commercialdrivevillage
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Workshops

1. FERMENTATION WORKSHOP - BRITANNIA

2. EATING FOR CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH

Cardiovascular diseases are responsible for at least 40% of all deaths in North America. They include atherosclerosis, hypertension, congestive heart failure, and peripheral vascular disease. Dietary and lifestyle factors play a major role in preventing and reversing these and their related complications. Come learn the misunderstood roles of cholesterol and antioxidants in cardiovascular health, the risk factors leading to cardiovascular diseases and how to avoid them, recipe ideas, meal plans, information on helpful foods, herbs, and supplements, and tools to improve lifestyle factors.
Britannia Community Centre

June 27, 6 to 8pm       $15
Info: GWFC – 604-718-5895

Nikoo Boroumand is passionate about health and nutrition. She is a certified nutritional practitioner from the Institute of Holistic Nutrition and also a Chartered Herbalist from Dominion Herbal College.

3. GWFC FOOD WORKSHOPS

Mindflulness Tea: How to Eat Your Way Out of Stress

Stress stops the process of eating and digesting. You can use the process of eating to communicate to your body, letting it know that it can relax. You get to enjoy every bite of a variety of delicious food as you take in and acknowledge the sublime view of the exquisite table, the royalty of all who accompany it and slowly uncover the sumptuous offering with its layers of gifts to our senses.
Sunday, July 28, 3 -5pm
LRC
Cost: $12

Canning Basics

Learn the basics of canning and preserving food. No experience necessary. You will learn all the basics including supplies and kitchen prep, how to prep fruits & veggies, safe canning methods, and other tips & strategies for canning at home! All participants will walk away with their own canned treat made during the evening.
Monday, July 15, 6:30 – 9pm
Pre-teen Centre
Cost: $10

                                           All About Sprouts

Come learn about the amazing benefits of living sprouts and how to incorporate them into your daily diet for just pennies a day. This workshop will cover the health benefits of sprouting, methods and recipe ideas for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Cost includes one sprout starter kit, sample snacks and lots of fun.
Sat, Aug 10, 3 – 5pm
Pre-teen Centre
Cost $12






4. GWFC GARDENING WORKSHOPS

All workshops in the Britannia Garden (NW Corner of Britannia School)
All Workshops $15

Fruit Tree Pruning

Help your trees produce better crops through summer pruning. We'll discuss the art and science of shaping trees to increase fruit size, color and taste. This workshop offers a hands-on look into techniques that have been used for generations to enhance fruiting in apples, pears and plums. Led by Tree City Executive Director David Tracey
Thursday, July 18, 6:30-8pm

Sheet Mulching and Edge Garden Integration

Anytime is a good time to start a garden, and it is especially fun in the sun. We will be finding nooks and edges to start a big new plot. A lasagna garden is easy to make by layering organic matter, allowing time to break down the grass underneath, and all the matter we layer on top. If can dig soil from pathways that can be a good way to get extra soil. We will plant field peas and other nitrogen fixers to fix nitrogen naturally.
Wednesday July 3, 5-7pm

Winter Garden

Summer is the time to plant a winter garden! “And don’t think the garden loses it’s ecstasy in winter. The roots down there are riotous!” – cabbages, onions, leeks, carrots, brussels, broccoli and many more can be in your garden to feed you through even the coldest seasons in our climate. Come join your community in preparing for a year round harvest, and take home some plants for your garden, patio or kitchen.
Wednesday July 17, 5-7pm

Soil Building and caring for Worm Boxes 

Soil can be made from many different types of organic matter. We can help it decompose in many ways, and also find a lot around in ‘waste streams’ though it can still be organic and ready to use. What do worms love? How can we make monstrous veggies and harvest year round? This workshop will also have an introduction to your local food network, a place to really get in touch with your community, food and environment.
Wednesday July 10, 5-7pm

Fertilizing Naturally

Would you like to produce healthy vegetables from scratch? Without the use of commercial fertilizers, we can still grow big veggies, and they will be healthier, too. With a few tried and true techniques, using natural systems and plants and ‘Dynamic Activators’. We can feed our plants and ourselves naturally and organically, promoting healthy body systems, and a healthy mind.
Wednesday July 24, 5-7pm

Jill Whitelaw is a local permaculture farmer and educator, involved with Permaculture Vancouver, the Hastings Sunrise Community Food Network, Seasons of Food and Cascadia North.
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Jobs

1. FACILITATOR FOR A COMMUNITY FOOD CHARTER PROCESS IN NEW WESTMINSTER

Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV), on behalf of the New Westminster Community Food Action Committee (NWCFAC), is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants to work with the committee to guide the development of a Community Food Charter for New Westminster. We are seeking consultants that have:
- Experience with community outreach, facilitating processes with diverse stakeholders, and events planning;
- A background and/or an understanding of food systems, community food charters, nutrition, public health or environmental studies;
- Knowledge and/or familiarity with the local food systems landscape; and,
- Ability to develop promotional materials that are easily understood by different literacy levels and ages that are visually appealing.
We invite appropriate candidates to submit a proposal to FSGV by June 21, 2013 for consideration.

More info:
http://www.bcfoodsecuritygateway.ca/modules.php?name=Content&pa=showpage&pid=13024

2. SLOW FOOD CANADA COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

Slow Food in Canada is looking to hire a bilingual part time communication officer to coordinate the communications of the Canadian network of Slow Food convivia from coast to coast. The candidate will also be responsible to manage the different communication tools of the Canadian executive board. The Communication officer will be working closely with the Canadian executive secretary and Slow Food in Canada co-leaders.
The ideal candidate will be fully bilingual in French and English on the spoken and written form and have an extensive knowledge of the Slow Food Movement and it’s values.
All candidates have to submit their resume and letter to the Canadian executive Secretary by July 7th 2013.
For more information: RFP for the Slow Food in Canada Canadian Communications Coordinator
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Volunteer

1. GRANDVIEW WOODLAND FOOD CONNECTION

The Grandview Woodlands Food Connection is a grassroots food security group supporting residents to access healthy and affordable food. We are developing a number of community based food initiatives, including community gardening, bulk buying groups, school gardens, canning workshops,community kitchens and more and are looking for individuals interested in hands-on project coordination. Check out our projects. Call Ian @ 604-718-5895

2. UBC FARM MARKET

The UBC Farm Market is back for another season, starting Saturday, June 22nd. This weekly event is made possible by a diverse and dedicated group of volunteers. If you are passionate about local, organic food and want to help us share our harvest with the community, then join the Market Crew! Orientations are happening now, so sign up on our volunteer site today. Please note, in order to volunteer at the market you must attend a Market Orientation. Our next orientation is July 13th. Once you have attended the orientation, you will then be able to access the Market Crew shifts. Have any questions? Then email ubcfarm.market@ubc.ca. We look forward to welcoming a new crop of volunteers soon!
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Funding

1. NEW HORIZONS FOR SENIORS PROGRAM

We are pleased to announce Service Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) is holding another Call for Proposals (CFP) for Community based Projects. The program offers grants of up to $25,000 for projects that encourage seniors to share their skills and experiences with others and help communities increase their capacity to address local issues.

Deadline for applications: Applications must be postmarked by July 5, 2013.

For full details on the Call for Proposals including the BC regional priorities and printable application package, please visit:
http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/seniors/funding/community/index.shtml

Information Sessions - please respond

We will be holding information sessions in communities throughout the Lower Mainland on best practices for the application process. If you are interested in attending one of these information sessions, please email:

W-T-LMSDP-PMTDS-BC-YT-NHSP-LM-PNHA-MV-GD@servicecanada.gc.ca

and include your name, organization, phone number.
We will respond with details of the information sessions as they are scheduled.
You can also reach us via telephone on our Program Hotline at 1-866-881-0691.
We look forward to seeing you at an information session near you!