Engage Your Family

Explore various organizations across Canada that provide children with meaningful opportunities to assist underserved communities in accessing healthy food.

Kids Cook To Care, Toronto

Join your family for a monthly community meal or explore ways to help this organization broaden its impact across Canada. KCTC also hosts events such as birthday celebrations for those wanting to enhance their occasions with purpose. Visit Kidscooktocare.com for more information.

Souper Kids, Calgary

Targeting kids aged 8 to 17, this initiative, created by the founders of the renowned Soup Sisters nonprofit, spans the nation. Through Souper Kids, children gain healthy eating and cooking skills while preparing homemade soup for peers facing challenges. Learn more at soupsisters.org/soupsiblings.php.

Family Nights at Winnipeg Harvest

Families, from toddlers to grandparents, collaborate to support this charity in combating hunger by sorting groceries, bagging bulk items, and assembling meal kits for clients. This activity allows families to bond while discovering the joy and fulfillment of helping others. More details can be found at winnipegharvest.org/family-nights/.

Carlington Community Chaplaincy Brunch Program, Ottawa

Teens aged 16 and older, along with their families, can assist in preparing and serving a complimentary healthy brunch to about 50 community members in need during this monthly gathering. Visit carlingtonchaplaincy.com to learn more.

Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank, Halifax

During school professional development days, kids are welcomed to help clients navigate the food bank and identify their needs. For more information, check out parkerstreet.org.