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Cookbooks Available!
Cookbooks available from the Vancouver Native Health Society The Vancouver Native Health Society (VNHS) is selling 2 cookbooks as fundraisers for their food security projects. These books are: The Elder’s of All Nations Cookbook (with diabetes friendly recipes and nutritional breakdown) Nourishing the Community – Recipes and Stories from the VNHS Garden Project These cookbooks include traditional (and non-traditional) Aboriginal recipes, shared by community members who participated in our projects. These...
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You are invited to Burnett Secondary’s Green Gala Throughout the past year, Richmond secondary schools participated in a wide range of environmental initiatives. This afternoon event showcases the projects, and celebrates the success stories! Different schools will be making short summary presentations of their contributions. A light afternoon snack will be provided. In the spirit of being Green, we will strive to make this a zero waste event. Anyone who was involved with sustainability projects in the district this year...
read moreEcology and Spirituality Presentation
Come hear a free talk on Ecology and Spirituality by Jora Young, M.S., Director of Conservation Action Training for a large nature conservation organization. She is the author of The Ecology of Hope, an influential work in sustainable communities. Jora works around the globe developing conservation action plans to protect natural areas. She has a life-long interest in spirituality and meditation. When: Saturday May 18, 7 pm Where: Meditation & Ecology Centre, 11011 Shell Rd, Richmond For further info / to register...
read moreNew Steveston Community Garden Plots
On Saturday May 4th, the Richmond Food Security Society added 14 new garden plots to our Steveston Community Garden, located at the South end of Railway Avenue and Moncton Street. This was truly a community effort, as the new plots were built by RFSS staff and friends with the enthusiastic help of a very happy bunch of new gardeners who are just starting out. The garden site was prepared in advance by the City of Richmond, and Rod’s Building Supplies pitched in with construction materials and loaned us the tools needed to build the...
read moreCommunity Forum on GMO Food
You are invited to a Community Forum on GMO food. Dr. Thierry Vrain will be speaking to the environmental and health concerns with the widespread use of GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms, also know as GM foods). Don’t know about the science? Well, come and have that explained by an expert. Do you have any questions or concerns about GMOs? Bring them and have them addressed. Come and learn what you are likely feeding your children. About the Speaker Dr. Thierry Vrain was a genetic engineer/scientist in agricultural...
read moreTHOUGHT4FOOD Series
THOUGHT4FOOD : A Three Evening Series Check out this awesome sustainable foodie event! On Tuesday May 21 (6-9pm), Copia will be presenting the second event in their dynamic THOUGHT4FOOD series, featuring innovators in the GVRD natural foodie scene. Each evening is designed to be equally educational and entertaining, bringing together thought leaders and industry disruptors who are changing the way that we eat for the better. Sponsored by Vancity, Choices Markets, Indigo Natural Products Management and Social Venture Institutes by...
read moreAugust Farm, Arts & Culinary Camp for Kids
August Farm, Arts & Culinary Camp for Kids Presented by the Centre for Arts, Ecology & Agriculture on Salt Spring Island Our five-day farm camp for children ages 7-12 offers environmental literacy experiences through the exploration of a variety of habitats: By growing, harvesting, preparing and eating organic fruits and vegetables Feeding and caring for farm animals Through nature based art, using child-centered, fun activities Each day, children will take part in farm chores such as collecting eggs, harvesting strawberries,...
read moreThe Science of Happiness
THE SCIENCE OF HAPPINESS Current Research and Spiritual Wisdom Dr. Mark Young, is Professor of Counselor Education at the University of Central Florida in Orlando. For more than 15 years he worked as a therapist in community mental health, college counseling centers, private practice and corrections. He is the author of five textbooks including the widely used techniques book, Learning the Art of Helping from Prentice Hall. Dr. Young is currently President of the Association for Spiritual, Ethical and Religious Values in Counseling. Last...
read more6 Degrees of Innovation
6 Degrees of Innovation: Celebrating Asian Change Makers We are proud to offer stories of success and transformation at this year’s Six Degrees of Innovation event. Highlights of the event are: Speakers will share their stories of personal and professional transformation in a fast-paced presentation with topics ranging from art to agriculture, business to technology. After the discussion, there is a reception and short film on the history of Chinese farming. Finally, a light reception will allow participants the chance to meet these...
read moreHealthy Eating with Low-Sodium Recipes
Healthy Eating with Low-Sodium recipes for Asian Heritage Month 2013. The City of Richmond and Richmond Food Security Society hosts Chef Ian Lai in a demonstration of healthy, fun, affordable, low-sodium and locally-sourced Asian inspired cooking. A cooking demonstration that will inspire you to create fresh and tasty food from the best Richmond and Lower mainland ingredients. This FREE event is available on a first come first served basis . Places must be booked in advance. To book your place email Colin Dring...
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