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Food Justice: Setting the Table for Everyone
Grandview Woodland Food Connection 2015: A Year in Reflection
Off the Grill 2015: What do Teenagers Think About healthy Eating?
Reconciliation in Action
Grandview Woodland Food Connection 2015: A Year in Reflection
Off the Grill 2015: What do Teenagers Think About healthy Eating?
Reconciliation in Action
Canning Kits to lend
Call - 604-718-5895
Call - 604-718-5895
Help Support the Grandview Woodland Food Connection
Homesteader’s Emporium to Support Vancouver Neighbourhood Food Networks
Wanted: Grandview Woodland Food Connection Advisory Members
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
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
Events
1. GWFC COMMUNITY KITCHEN
2. NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING SERVICE
3. URBAN FARMING POLICY INFORMATION SESSION
4. HOW WILL THE WORLD EAT IN THE FUTURE?
5. EYA SPRING BREAK DAY CAMP
6. BEE TIME: LESSONS FROM THE HIVE
7. SOUTH VANCOUVER MOBILE MARKET
8. VANCOUVER FRUIT TREE PROJECT PRUNING PROGRAM
5. EYA SPRING BREAK DAY CAMP
6. BEE TIME: LESSONS FROM THE HIVE
7. SOUTH VANCOUVER MOBILE MARKET
8. VANCOUVER FRUIT TREE PROJECT PRUNING PROGRAM
9. LITTLE MOUNTAIN NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE COMMUNITY DINNER
Workshops
1. GWFC WINTER WORKSHOPS
2. HASTINGS SEASONS OF FOOD WORKSHOPS
3. HOMESTEADER'S EMPORIUM FOOD WORKSHOPS
4. FRESH CHOICE KITCHENS WORKSHOPS
Funding
1. HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM COMMUNITY GRANT
2. HEALTHY COMMUNITIES CAPACITY BUILDING FUND
3. AGRICULTURAL AWARENESS GRANTS
4. FARM TO CAFETERIA CANADA
5. VANCOUVER FOUNDATION FIELD OF INTEREST GRANTS
Jobs
1. MOUNT PLEASANT NETWORK COORDINATOR
2. RICHMOND FOOD SECURITY SOCIETY
3. BURNABY FOOD FIRST FORUM EVENT ORGANIZER
4. ENVIRONMENTAL YOUTH ALLIANCE GARDEN APPRENTICESHIP
5. ZAKLAN HERITAGE FARM - FIELD HAND
6.TSWASSEN FARM SCHOOL
7. SKY HARVEST
8. URBAN FARM SEASONAL HELPER
8. URBAN FARM SEASONAL HELPER
Volunteer
1. GRANDVIEW WOODLAND FOOD CONNECTION
2. INTERGENERATIONAL LANDED LEARNING PROJECT3. FRESH ROOTS FARM
4. LOUTET FARM
5. NEIGHBOURHOOD FOOD NETWORKS
6. GROWING CHEFS
7. FOOD 2 U
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Events
1. GWFC COMMUNITY KITCHEN
2. NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING SERVICE
Bonnie Chung is a registered holistic nutritionist with many years of experience working in the natural foods industry. She is also working with Choices Markets. She’s eager to share her nutrition knowledge with the community with a friendly approach.
Contact Bonnie Chung at 778-995-7299 or gorealnutrition@gmail.com to book an appointment. More info: http://www.gorealnutrition.com/
Appointments at Britannia Community Centre
Supported by the Grandview Woodland Food Connection
3. URBAN FARMING POLICY INFORMATION SESSION
When: Wednesday, January 27th 2016 – 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Where: Woodwards Building
111 West Hasting Street, 5th Floor
Please RSVP to James O’Neill james.oneill@vancouver.ca by January 22
Light refreshments will be available
4. HOW WILL THE WORLD EAT IN THE FUTURE?
5. EYA SPRING BREAK DAY CAMP
6. BEE TIME: LESSONS FROM THE HIVE
7. SOUTH VANCOUVER MOBILE MARKET
8. VANCOUVER FRUIT TREE PROJECT PRUNING PROGRAM
The details, in brief:
A professional pruning service with competitive rates.
The better maintained your tree, the more bountiful your harvest!
Have our professional Arborist visit your fruit trees this season!
About Todd Barisky:
I have been a practicing Arborist since 2007. I received a diploma in Arboriculture Apprenticeship at Humber College in Toronto, and I am also certified with the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA).
In my view, tree pruning is a form of art; Skilled arborists are equipped both with the knowledge of optimal tree health and the imagination to craft aesthetically pleasing and durable specimen. Every tree is unique and grows in response to its environmental conditions. Mindful pruning encourages trees to develop stronger branching, yield a hardy fruit crop, and help to minimize tree defects and diseases. This is the kind of pruning I use to guide trees to grow towards their optimum form.
Many trees in the urban landscape suffer from improper pruning. When a tree has been haphazardly pruned, the tree’s future health is at stake. It is possible in some cases to restore poorly pruned and damaged trees, however nothing compares to responsible and mindful tree care from the start of a tree’s life. To achieve best results, it is always advisable to seek assistance from a certified professional Arborist.
For more information visit: https://vancouverfruittree.com/pruning-project/
9. LITTLE MOUNTAIN NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE COMMUNITY DINNER
A delicious 3 course meal for families and singles. It is a nutritious and low cost meal.Who: Community members
Every Friday evening, 5pm-6pm at LMNH
Little Mountain Neighbourhood House
Cost: $4.00 for members/ $5.00 for non-members (1/2 price for children)
Who to contact: Jennifer 604-879-7104 ext.315 or jennifer_wesman@Lmnhs.bc.ca
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Workshops
1. GWFC WINTER WORKSHOPS
registration: 604-718-5800
A Taste of Latin American – Pupusas
Discover Latin American Cuisine! Vancouver being multi-ethnic and rich multicultural the Pupusa has gained popularity in the past few years. This traditional dish has roots in Maya culture. Made from corn flour and shaped by hand, pupusas can be adapted to delight vegan, gluten-free, vegetarian and meat eaters alike. Participants will learn the basics and techniques on how to build a Pupusa from scratch with various fillings, along with special salsas and pickled veggies. You will have a chance to taste this delightful treat! Bring your aprons and your palates and join Elizabeth Cruz, former owner and chef of El Cocal restaurant for 14 years who incorporates her El Salvadoran heritage into her cooking. It will be truly a tantalizing experience.
Sun. Feb. 21
2 -5pm
Cost: $30
A Taste of Latin American – Chile Rellenos
A classic favorite! Originally from Mexico this dish is enjoyed in many variations. Each Latin country has some twist on this delicious dish which is so versatile it can be enjoyed by vegans, vegetarians and meat lovers alike. We will focus on the Salvadoran version which tones down the spice so the sauce is the primary character! Though most people opt for the canned version we will keep it traditional by making them from scratch! This casual dish is great in any setting.
Sun. Feb 28
2 -5pm
Cost: $30
Sauerkraut Fermentation
Learn how to make great tasting sauerkraut. This easy to learn method is important in providing good health. Raw sauerkraut is packed with B vitamins, more nutrients and probiotics that are required for good digestion and a strong immune system. Come learn how to make this easy and affordable health food using resources you have around the house. Participants will bring their own cabbage and take away a bucket of kraut.
March 9
6 – 9pm
Cost: $12
All workshops at Hastings Community Centre
ALL workshops only $18
Registration: 604-718-6222
Taste of India
with Sonia Dias
Thursday, Jan 21
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Learn how to make great tasting sauerkraut. This easy to learn method is important in providing good health. Raw sauerkraut is packed with B vitamins, more nutrients and probiotics that are required for good digestion and a strong immune system. Come learn how to make this easy and affordable health food using resources you have around the house. Participants will bring their own cabbage and take away a bucket of kraut.
March 9
6 – 9pm
Cost: $12
2. HASTINGS SEASONS OF FOOD WORKSHOPS
ALL workshops only $18
Registration: 604-718-6222
Taste of India
with Sonia Dias
Thursday, Jan 21
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Join Sonia on a journey through the aromatic and enticing world of Indian cuisine. In this workshop, we will explore popular and classic dishes that are sure to satisfy your taste buds and soul- and spice up your menus at home! Please bring an apron and a container for any leftovers.
Korean Typical
with Yunjoo Lee
Saturday, February 6
10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Korean Typical
with Yunjoo Lee
Saturday, February 6
10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Are you sick and tired of your daily meals? Then try Korean food, for an explosion of new flavours and exotic seasonings! Join Yunjoo as she guides you through a typical and delicious Korean meal of Heyn bap (steamed rice), Jap-chae (stir-fried sweet potato noodle), Kim- chi and Jjang-a-chi. You will be guided step-by-step, learn about traditional dining customs and be immersed in a whole new culinary tradition! Please bring an apron and containers for leftovers.
3. HOMESTEADER'S EMPORIUM FOOD WORKSHOPS
For more info on all these workshops below visit: http://www.homesteadersemporium.ca
Getting to Know SourdoughWednesday, January 27
From 6:15PM-7:15PM
Interested in baking sourdough bread, but unsure of how best to approach it?
Daunted by the task of keeping a starter alive?
Want to learn more about the benefits of sourdough?
Maintaining a sourdough starter does not have to be a complicated or intimidating task. It can be flexible, predictable, and very rewarding. In this introductory class you will learn how to keep a starter, different ways to use it, and about the health benefits of sourdough. Tamiae will share some of the methods she has adopted over the years of integrating sourdough baking into her life; she will offer hints and lots of encouragement to help you begin down the path of healthful grains!
No-Knead Sourdough
Sunday, January 31
From 1:00-3:30PM
Although a lengthier process than baking bread with yeast, a no-knead loaf is a thing of beauty – and nutrient rich, too! Learn the basics of creating these artisan breads with their well-developed crusts and open, flavourful crumb.
This hands-on workshop includes detailed handouts, a ready-to-take-home-and-bake demi-loaf, and of course fresh bread to taste! Please bring a tea towel and loaf pan (or a small cereal-sized bowl) to transport your unbaked loaf. Unfortunately, gluten intolerances cannot be accommodated.
Ginger Beer & Herbal Sodas
Saturday, February 6, 20106
From 11:00AM-12:30PM
Avid fermenter Andrea Potter of Rooted Nutrition teaches this fun introduction to wild fermented sodas. We’ll taste and make ginger beer, and learn how to incorporate other flavours and herbs into these refreshing, bubbly beverages.
We’ll make and bottle a seasonal one-of-a-kind soda for you to take home, ferment and enjoy! Learn about the basics of how wild yeast fermentation works, the basic equipment needed, and that wobbly line between ‘soda’ and ‘adult beverage’ so that you can get creative with your healthier sodas at home.
Intro to Mason Beekeeping
Wednesday, February 10
From 6:00-7:00PM
Join Rick Havlak in this introductory lesson to learn about native mason bees and how to keep them in your garden! Learn about bee collecting and storing coccoons, how to manage and trouble shoot your nest, and how to design your garden to attract pollinators for your fuits and veggies. Rick will introduce pests and different parts of the bees by showing you what they look like under a microscope!
Kimchi 101
Saturday, February 20
From 11:00AM-12:30PM
Join fermentation enthusiast Andrea Potter of Rooted Nutrition for this experiential cooking class. Learn how to make probiotic-rich kimchi (fermented vegetables, Korean style), and variations of kimchi. Made the oldest-fashioned way; without any heat, sugar, vinegar or canning! The recipes in this class will be all veggie-friendly (no fish sauce).
4. FRESH CHOICE KITCHENS WORKSHOPS
Community Kitchen Roundtable
This free, 2-hour roundtable is an opportunity for community kitchen leaders to meet, share and hear about others’ kitchen activities, challenges and successes.
Thursday January 28th 10am-12pm
Free
Community Kitchen Leadership
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. You will learn the history of the community kitchen movement and the effect it has had on the province. You will also hear about the different kitchen model that run successfully in our communities and experience a community kitchen first hand! A delicious meal is cooked and shared during the workshop.
Friday February 5th, 9am-3pm
$45 (lunch included)
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Funding
1. HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM COMMUNITY GRANT
Vancouver Coastal Health, Healthy Living Program (HLP) is pleased to announce grant funding to support community projects in Vancouver.
Annually, the HLP provides grant funding to Vancouver community grassroots organizations for projects that address health promotion, healthy living and chronic disease prevention. Projects must focus on one or more of the following: mitigating chronic disease risk factors, healthy eating, active living and tobacco reduction. Projects must address target groups that the HLP serves, specifically adults from one of the following groups: high risk ethno-cultural groups, Aboriginal populations and those impacted by the social determinants of health.
Healthy Living Program grants of up to $4,000 are now available for the 2016 funding cycle.
2. HEALTHY COMMUNITIES CAPACITY BUILDING FUND
Visit: Plan H – Healthy communities capacity building fund
See more at: http://bcfoodsecuritygateway.ca/funding/plan-h-healthy-communities-capacity-building-fund/#sthash.mgULBtEf.dpuf
3. AGRICULTURAL AWARENESS GRANTS
Grant recipients and projects
In 2016 Metro Vancouver is providing a total of $40,000 in funding grants to non-profit organizations to help promote agriculture awareness throughout the region. Last year, 11 grants were awarded ranging in value from $500 to $5,000. Since 2008, Metro Vancouver has awarded 63 grants, totaling $270,000.
Metro Vancouver Agriculture Awareness Grants Recipients (2008-2015)
Info: http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/regional-planning/agriculture/awareness-grants/Pages/about-the-grants.aspx
4. FARM TO CAFETERIA CANADA
Grant guidelines will be posted on their website in December and the application will be available in January.
http://www.farmtocafeteriacanada.ca/2015/11/farm-to-cafeteria-canada-partners-with-whole-kids-foundation-to-put-a-local-crunch-in-students-lunch-with-farm-to-school-grants/
5. VANCOUVER FOUNDATION FIELD OF INTEREST GRANTS
In addition, there is a restricted focus to the funding available in Health and Social Development this cycle – see below for details.
Our next grant cycle will begin in fall 2015 and complete in spring 2016.
Each field of interest has its own unique deadline – so please check the key dates section of our website to make sure you don’t miss your opportunity to submit an application.
The first field to open for new applications is Environment and Animal Welfare on September 28, followed by Health and Social Development on October 13, Education and Training on December 21, and Arts and Culture on January 11 (2016).
In addition, revisions to our general funding guidelines, and field of interest guidelines have just been published, so make sure you download a copy of the latest version.
Thanks again for signing up for our email updates. We look forward to working with you over the coming months.
P.S. Is all of this new to you?
If you’ve recently discovered Vancouver Foundation’s Field of Interest Grants program, there is a quick way to learn more about how the program works. Watch our how it works video to get an idea of what grants are available, and how to submit your application.
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Jobs
1. MOUNT PLEASANT FOOD NETWORK COORDINATOR
for Mount Pleasant Food Network
Closing: February 8th, 2016
The Mount Pleasant Food Network (MPFN) is a coalition of community members, agencies, businesses and other stakeholders who work collectively to support the “right to food” philosophy: equitable access to food that’s healthy and nutritious, affordable for all, culturally appropriate and sustainably produced. The MPFN is a neighbourhood-based model that focusses on developing a localized food system which integrates local decision-making and skill-sharing about healthy and affordable food. The networks’ goal is to help resident’s access food and information through activities such as community gardens, edible landscapes, mini-farmer’s markets, food buyers’ clubs and by providing a space for education and training in growing, processing and handling, and cooking food (Mount Pleasant Food Network Steering Committee Terms of Reference, 2013).
Role Summary
Working under the general direction of the Director of Core Programs and Operations the Food Network Coordinator takes a leadership role in engaging and building a sustainable food network and information hub in the Mount Pleasant area.
More info: https://gwfoodconnection.wordpress.com/jobs/
2. RICHMOND FOOD SECURITY SOCIETY
Application deadline for both positions is January 22, 2016.
Program Coordinator Internship
This internship is for someone with extensive gardening and agricultural science background to coordinate the Richmond Community Gardens, Richmond Fruit Recovery Program and Richmond Community Seed Library.
Use this link for Program Coordinator Internship job posting details, including how to apply.
Program Coordinator
This position is for someone with experience designing and running programs with youth to coordinate the Stir It Up Youth Community Kitchen, Get Rooted Youth Leadership Program and public events.
Use this link for Program Coordinator job posting details, including how to apply.
3. BURNABY FOOD FIRST FORUM EVENT ORGANIZER
Develop a promotional strategy
Assist in developing written materials including programs, posters, invitations, meeting agendas and minutes
Work with Burnaby Food First (BFF members) to develop the forum program
Contact local media
Work with BFF members to develop a target list of participants and issue invitations
Set up a registration process and register participants
Organize catering – coffee breaks and lunch with, to the extent possible, local, healthy, organic foods
Secure venue
Contact and book PechaKucha speakers using BFF forum guidelines
Use BFF guidelines to contact and book organizations for displays
Coordinate printed materials for the forum as needed
Liaise with community partners
Coordinate event logistics, including site set-up and tear-down
Recruit, assign and orient event volunteers
Work within a defined budget and record to ensure money is spent appropriately
Establish and maintain a regular schedule of reporting with BFF focus people
Day of Forum
Coordinate A/V equipment and room set-up
Coordinate any necessary materials for the forum (e.g. flip-chart paper, markers, name tags)
Organize the registration of participants and provide name tags
Handle the logistics of display tables
Coordinate catering set-up and take-down
Post-forum
Write a final report that includes
o A brief summary of the forum
o Highlights of the day
o Overview of the displays
o Contact information of participants
o Action items
Qualifications
Experience in project coordination, events and community development
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to travel around the community
Experience in or knowledge of social marketing, media and/or communications work
Skilled in building relationships and in working collaboratively to achieve organizational goals
Experience working with community volunteers and the not-for-profit sector
Ability to organize, set priorities, meet deadlines and work under pressure of time constraints
Knowledge of the Burnaby community preferred
This is a contract position from February 1, 2016 – June 30, 2016. We expect the coordinator will work from home using their own computer.
Terms: Contract for Service – $25/hour for 180 hours in total, spread over the duration of the contract. Total contract value is $4,500.
To apply, please send a one-page letter outlining your relevant experiences with references and your contact information to us at burnabyfoodfirst@gmail.com by Sunday, January 24, 2016 at 8:00 pm.
4. ENVIRONMENTAL YOUTH ALLIANCE GARDEN APPRENTICESHIP
5. ZAKLAN HERITAGE FARM - FIELD HAND
6.TSWASSEN FARM SCHOOL
Soil Science Instructor (Richmond Farm School)Soil Science Instructor (Tsawwassen First Nation Farm School)
Plant Science Instructor (Tsawwassen First Nation Farm School)
The Richmond Farm School is a 10-month training program in small scale farming. Our agricultural philosophy emphasizes local production, processing and distribution, human-scale systems that provide sustainability to local farms; natural production methods that value ecological resources and local health. The purpose of the Farm School is to prepare people from all walks of life to engage in human scale, urban-focused agriculture enterprises including production, processing, adding value, distribution, marketing and sales. The program includes theoretical (classroom) studies and applied (field/ practical) skill development with the express objective of teaching agriculture as the applied science and art that it is. Actual farming, processing, marketing and sales learning experience are defining features of the program. More information is available at http://www.kpu.ca/science/agriculture/rfs/.
More info: https://gwfoodconnection.wordpress.com/jobs/
7. SKY HARVEST
We have 1 contract position open and 2 volunteer spots open. See below for all the detailsAbout Sky Harvest: We are a small company located in East Vancouver. We currently only grow microgreens, but plan on expanding into petite greens and have the goal of establishing a rooftop greenhouse in Vancouver. We work hard, have fun, love to ride bikes and grow amazing food.
4 month Contract Position (likely extension available)
Job Responsibilities
Active participation in harvesting
Delivery (by bicycle) of our microgreens to our fine chefs.
Other tasks include planting, watering and general maintenance of our operations.
There are also daily activities like moving soil around, cleaning the growing area and equipment.
Moving forward there may be some opportunities to get involved with business development tasks as well.
Qualifications
Strong cycling skills are required
Interest in urban agriculture activities and passionate in sustainability and local food systems
Fun and easygoing personality
Ability to work quickly, pay attention to small details and carry on a conversation simultaneously
Ability to work solo and is also very committed and reliable
Ability to partake in physical labour (some soil lifting etc. but nothing crazy!)
The candidate would have their own bike with rack (you may need to purchase a specialty rack for our hitch system) and be very comfortable pulling a small delivery trailer as well.
You must also demonstrate that you can change a flat tire as a bare minimum for bike maintenance.
Ability to take care of bike deliveries in whatever weather Vancouver hits you with (i.e. plenty of winter rain)
Farming/gardening experience is certainly an asset
**Priority will be given to existing volunteers who are well suited for this position** (we also have openings for casual volunteers at this time)
Important Details
8. URBAN FARM SEASONAL HELPER
Small, organic farming business in Vancouver is looking for a seasonal helper, (a person with gardening experience or a trained gardener), working on a hourly basis.
Starting the spring season in February, we are looking for someone who can commit to 4-8h a week (occasionally even more) for work like soil moving, seeding, planting, weeding and general maintenance of vegetable gardens of our clients. Most clients are located in Vancouver, (from Main Street to Kitsilano) and in North Vancouver. We pay $15-$20/h depending on expertise.
We are also looking for a person skilled in wood working, carpentry for the building of raised beds.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Elvira
FarmCity Food Garden Construction
http://www.farmcity.ca
ehufschmid@farmcity.ca
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Volunteer
1. GRANDVIEW WOODLAND FOOD CONNECTION
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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.
We are currently seeking community members interested in helping us boost our social media outreach, school garden fundraising event organization, wordpress web support, poster designers, food workshop leaders (paid), and experienced gardeners for our school garden program. This is a great opportunity to get involved in community food programming. Call Ian if interested @ 604-718-5895
2. INTERGENERATIONAL LANDED LEARNING PROJECT
ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT LAND, FOOD, AND COMMUNITY?
Do you want to share your passion with children?
The Intergenerational Landed Learning Project seeks individuals with interests and enthusiasm for agriculture, gardening, sustainable food practices, and the environment to become Farm Friends to elementary students during the 2015-16 school year. Farm Friend volunteers work in intergenerational teams of one elder, one younger, and 3-5 elementary students to sow, grow, harvest prepare, and eat food plants at the UBC Farm.
Volunteers commit 9 mornings (Wednesday or Thursday, approximately every other week) from January-June 2016 to work and learn with their Farm Friend teams. On-call volunteers are also sought to fill in as needed.
Want to find out more?
-Check out our website, http://m2.edcp.educ.ubc.ca/landedlearning/
-Contact Stacy at landed.learning@ubc.ca or 604-822-4842
Do you want to share your passion with children?
The Intergenerational Landed Learning Project seeks individuals with interests and enthusiasm for agriculture, gardening, sustainable food practices, and the environment to become Farm Friends to elementary students during the 2015-16 school year. Farm Friend volunteers work in intergenerational teams of one elder, one younger, and 3-5 elementary students to sow, grow, harvest prepare, and eat food plants at the UBC Farm.
Volunteers commit 9 mornings (Wednesday or Thursday, approximately every other week) from January-June 2016 to work and learn with their Farm Friend teams. On-call volunteers are also sought to fill in as needed.
Want to find out more?
-Check out our website, http://m2.edcp.educ.ubc.ca/landedlearning/
-Contact Stacy at landed.learning@ubc.ca or 604-822-4842
3. FRESH ROOTS FARM
Looking to take your first steps into the world of urban farming and edible education?
This volunteer opportunity allows participants to take part in growing and harvesting food on a community engaged farm. Our innovative Schoolyard Farms, the first of their kind in Canada, engage a diversity of individuals through growing, sharing, and celebrating food. Interns will gain hands-on experience in harvesting produce, field preparation, and crop maintenance under the supervision of our farm staff. Interns will work alongside secondary school students and community volunteers on the farms, acting as leaders and role models.
Learning Opportunities
Harvest, process, and package produce for a variety of distribution channels
Crop maintenance: transplant, thin, weed, and manage pests
Field preparation: bed amendment, bed creation, and season extension
Youth and community empowerment
Application Deadline: January 31, 2016
For full position and application details, click here or visit our website.
This volunteer opportunity allows participants to take part in growing and harvesting food on a community engaged farm. Our innovative Schoolyard Farms, the first of their kind in Canada, engage a diversity of individuals through growing, sharing, and celebrating food. Interns will gain hands-on experience in harvesting produce, field preparation, and crop maintenance under the supervision of our farm staff. Interns will work alongside secondary school students and community volunteers on the farms, acting as leaders and role models.
Learning Opportunities
Harvest, process, and package produce for a variety of distribution channels
Crop maintenance: transplant, thin, weed, and manage pests
Field preparation: bed amendment, bed creation, and season extension
Youth and community empowerment
Application Deadline: January 31, 2016
For full position and application details, click here or visit our website.
4. LOUTET FARM
Volunteer internship applications are open for 2016 at Loutet Farm/Sutherland Schoolyard Market Garden. Flexible hours and great learning environment on mixed vegetable, social enterprise farms on the North Shore. Details are here:
http://ediblegardenproject.com/2015/12/07/2016-volunteer-farm-internship/
http://ediblegardenproject.com/2015/12/07/2016-volunteer-farm-internship/
5. NEIGHBOURHOOD FOOD NETWORKS
Vancouver Neighbourhood Food Networks (VNFNs) are networks of committed people inclusive of community residents, organizations, and agencies who together collaborate on food-based initiatives and programs focusing on food justice and resilience at the neighbourhood level. For more information on the VNFNs visit: www.vancouverfoodnetworks.com
We are currently seeking volunteers to help us in two key strategic planning areas
Event/Fundraising Committee
The Event/Fundraising Committee will help plan several fundraising events throughout the year. Tasks could include sponsorship outreach, marketing and event promotion, general organizing and logistics. This is a great opportunity to join a committed team to share, learn, have fun, and most of all, help raise funds for the VNFN’s work
Communications Committee
The Communications Committee will help steer the VNFN communications strategy with a specific focus on website maintenance and update, social media support, communication outreach, and development of marketing materials. This is a great opportunity to help us build our profile as a grassroots community based food organization.
We are currently seeking volunteers to help us in two key strategic planning areas
Event/Fundraising Committee
The Event/Fundraising Committee will help plan several fundraising events throughout the year. Tasks could include sponsorship outreach, marketing and event promotion, general organizing and logistics. This is a great opportunity to join a committed team to share, learn, have fun, and most of all, help raise funds for the VNFN’s work
Communications Committee
The Communications Committee will help steer the VNFN communications strategy with a specific focus on website maintenance and update, social media support, communication outreach, and development of marketing materials. This is a great opportunity to help us build our profile as a grassroots community based food organization.
6. GROWING CHEFS
7. FOOD 2 U
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.
