Engage Your Family

Explore various organizations throughout Canada that provide your children with meaningful opportunities to support high-needs communities in accessing healthy food options.

Kids Cook To Care, Toronto

Join your family in volunteering at a monthly community meal, or learn how you can assist the organization in its mission to grow nationwide. KCTC also hosts events like birthday parties for those who want to add purpose to their celebrations. Visit kidscooktocare.com.

Souper Kids, Calgary

This program, created by the founders of the acclaimed Soup Sisters charity, invites children aged 8 to 17 to unite. Through Souper Kids, participants acquire cooking skills and nutritional knowledge while preparing homemade soup for peers facing difficult circumstances. More information can be found at soupsisters.org/soupsiblings.php.

Winnipeg Harvest Family Nights

Families—toddlers, teens, parents, and grandparents—collaborate to support this charity focused on combating hunger by sorting groceries, packaging bulk foods, and assembling meal kits for those in need. This is an inspiring way to bond while teaching kids the joy of giving back. More details at winnipegharvest.org/family-nights/.

Carlington Community Chaplaincy Brunch Program, Ottawa

Parents and teens (ages 16 and up) are encouraged to assist in setting up and serving a complimentary, healthy brunch for around 50 members of the community at this monthly gathering. Visit carlingtonchaplaincy.com for more information.

Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank, Halifax

During school professional development days, children are invited to help clients navigate the food bank and find necessary items. Learn more at parkerstreet.org.