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Educating Our Community

Free Community Education Programs

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Your support helps us deliver programs that foster skill development, health education, and community engagement.

​Seva Food Bank is committed to more than providing food. As a community-focused non-profit organization, our education initiatives empower individuals and communities by addressing the root causes of hunger, poverty, and food insecurity. ​

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We strive to create a society where every individual’s dignity and potential are recognized and nurtured.

We accomplish this through our education programs, which are designed to improve food security and promote self-reliance among low-income families in the Peel region.

 

With your support of our education initiatives, we deliver on our core mission through these key values: optimism, selfless service, diversity and inclusion, transparency and accountability,  ensuring the well-being of all, and a client-centric, community-informed operating model. .

Seva’s approach is based on our vision, which is a society in which every individual’s inherent divinity and sovereignty are recognized, respected and cultivated.

For inquiries about our culinary training, workshops, and commercial kitchen rental services, please feel free to Get In Touch.

Seniors Workshops:

Cooking and Connecting

Our Seniors Workshops provide more than just culinary skills—they create a space for vulnerable seniors to connect, learn, and thrive. These workshops, held in our commercial Teaching Kitchens, allow seniors to develop new cooking skills, improve their health, and foster social inclusion. Here’s what your support of our seniors workshops provides:

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  • Culinary Skills: Taught by an experienced Culinary Instructor, seniors learn to prepare healthy, culturally-appropriate meals.

  • Health Education: Some of Seva’s workshops are led by registered dietitians with a variety of health topics, such as combating diabetes, obesity, and heart disease.

  • Social Connection: Participants cook together and share a meal, building a sense of community.

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SUPPORT OUR SENIORS PROGRAMS

Your donation helps us continue providing these valuable workshops, ensuring that seniors in our community can stay healthy and connected.

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Youth Workshops:

Building Skills for the Future

Our Youth Workshops address the unique challenges faced by young people. These workshops teach essential cooking skills while promoting positive mental health, social inclusion, and employability.

 

Here’s what your support of our youth programming provides:

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  • Culinary Training: Youth learn knife skills, basic kitchen safety, and how to prepare quick, healthy, and budget-friendly meals.

  • Job Skills: Participants can use these skills for employment opportunities in the culinary field or to improve their current job prospects.

  • Mental Health: The workshops provide a safe, judgment-free environment that promotes social inclusion and positive mental health.

INVEST IN LOCAL YOUTH

Your donation helps us continue providing these valuable workshops, ensuring that seniors in our community can stay healthy and connected.

Culinary Training for Newcomers: Navigating Life in Canada

Our Culinary Training for Newcomers program is designed to help newcomers to Canada learn new culinary skills, gain employment readiness training, and acclimate to their new life in Canada and enter the Canadian job market. Your generous support will enable newcomers in the community to have access to:

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  • Culinary Skills Training: We teach participants the skills they need to work in a commercial kitchen, such as knife skills, food theory, and different recipes.

  • Employment Readiness: Participants will gain the knowledge and methodology they need to search for employment and enter the Canadian job market.

  • Referral Support: We connect newcomers with organizations that can help them with further job training and other employment services, as well as with additional services they need.

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SUPPORT NEWCOMERS IN OUR COMMUNITY

Your contribution helps newcomers, including those in low-income and BIPOC communities, access the resources and education they need to thrive in their new home.

Why your Donation Matters Today? 

 

  • Demand is at an all-time high. The demand for food assistance has never been greater. In 2023 alone, we distributed nearly 2 million pounds of food to keep our community fed. Your contributions are crucial to meeting this growing need.

  • Everyone deserves nutritious food. Donations allow us to purchase nutritious food in bulk, ensuring a steady supply of fresh fruits, vegetables, proteins, and whole grains for our clients. Many families can’t afford these healthy options without our support.

  • There are more people in need than we can serve today. Increased support will help us not only meet current demand but also expand our services to reach more people in need. Your contributions are a lifeline, enabling us to provide essential food assistance today and build a brighter future for families struggling with food insecurity. 

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FAQ - Education
  • What should I do if I am visiting the food bank for the first time or if I need an emergency hamper?
    You can walk in anytime between 4pm-7:30pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays, or from 11am-2pm on Fridays. Our team will be available to assist you with intake and provide an emergency hamper consisting of 7-10 days worth of food.
  • What happens when I arrive?
    To add a new question go to app settings and press "Manage Questions" button. On your first visit to the food bank, you will be asked to fill out an intake form, and share information about your situation including family members, income, and expenses.Identification and proof of address for all household members is required on your first visit. Documents should also be presented on a yearly basis.
  • What is the difference between the two locations?
    There is no difference between the two locations. They provide the same programs and services and are even staffed by the same team of people.
  • What if I am outside of the service area?
    On your first visit to one of our food bank locations, you should never be denied food; however if you live outside our catchment area, you will be given a referral to the food bank that serves you.
  • Do you share my information with anyone?
    Personal information is always kept confidential, and is used to better understand our client’s circumstances, and to advocate on their behalf. Personal information is not shared with other organizations outside of Seva Food Bank’s network or with the government, including Ontario Works or Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
  • How much food will I get?
    Seva Food Bank provides a 7-10 days’ worth of food, once per month, to individuals and families who live in our Mississauga catchment area: Malton – 2832 Slough St (L4V, L5S, L4T, L5T, L5P) Wolfedale – Unit 10-3413 Wolfedale Rd (L5B, L5C)
  • I have more questions. Who can I contact?
    Travis Stephens Client Services clientservices@sevafoodbank.com (905) 361-7382 ext.7 Peter Hamo Programs programs@sevafoodbank.com (905) 361-7382 ext.4 905-361-SEVA (7382) Or for General Information Contact: info@sevafoodbank.com
By supporting Seva Food Bank’s education initiatives, you are empowering individuals to build healthier lives.

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