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A BIT ABOUT US

The Food Share Network was formed in 2013 in consultation with more than 40 community groups who recognized a need to collaborate on innovative approaches to increase food security in the Capital Region. Today, the network has grown to over 65 community agencies.

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The Food Share Network is an innovative umbrella that enhances food security in the Capital Region through collaboration and cooperation among food banks, community centers, Indigenous organizations, schools, donors, and other community organizations. Participating organizations share the common values of empowerment, dignity and respect, food and community, stewardship, and collective impact. There is a broad consensus on shifting the focus toward food security and self-reliance as a means to create a healthier and more resilient population.

ANNUAL HIGHLIGHT REELS

MEET OUR MEMBERS

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AFRICAN ART & CULTURE COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTOR SOCIETY

Provides services to improve the wellbeing of African Descent Communities living in the Capital region and across Vancouver Island.

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ANAWIM HOUSE

The Anawim Companion Society believes that poverty and its effects can only be alleviated by healing the whole person. They are dedicated to overcoming poverty by becoming compassionate companions with the poor while providing for their needs. They offer friendship for friendship. Their commitment to fulfill this mission will reduce the powerlessness, suffering and alienation of poverty.

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BC FRANCOPHONE IMMIGRANT SERVICES

The BC Francophone Immigration Program works towards attracting and facilitating the settlement and integration of Francophone immigrants, so they actively contribute to the vitality and dynamism of the Francophone community, the province of BC and Canada.

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BC HOUSING

BC Housing works in partnership with the private and non-profit sectors, provincial health authorities and ministries, other levels of government, and community groups to develop a range of housing options.

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BELMONT SECONDARY

A SD62 school that strives to be a community where people feel inspired, acknowledged and supported.
Through rich and diverse programs, within an environment of mutual respect, and in cooperation with the community, they foster the attitudes, skills and knowledge which encourage individuals to risk the untried, and to be independent, life-long learners and productive citizens.

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BURNSIDE GORGE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

The Burnside Gorge Community Association strives to lead, promote and support initiatives which encourage healthy, inclusive, and socially just living.

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COASTLINE CHURCH

Providing food for those in need through Community Mini Markets and hampers. Coastline sponsors three weekly free food Mini Markets from Victoria out to the Saanich Peninsula and provides food hampers for those with significant food insecurity.

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COMMUNITY FOOD SUPPORT

A volunteer-run mutual aid initiative that distributes free food hampers to individuals and families in the Greater Victoria area every week

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COMMUNITY FRIDGE VICTORIA

A community fridge based in Rock Bay operating under the principal “take what you need, leave what you can,” establishing a low barrier way for people to access free food.

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CONNECTIONS PLACE

A clubhouse that will provide people whose lives have been disrupted by mental illness the opportunity to recover meaningful and productive lives through integration within society.

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CAMOSUN COLLEGE STUDENT SOCIETY

The Camosun College Student Society (CCSS) was founded in 1990 by students to provide services to all students at Camosun College. The CCSS is an incorporated society and is independent from Camosun College. CCSS members are students of diverse backgrounds and all different ages, from 17-80+ that utilize their services.

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COOK STREET VILLAGE ACTIVITY CENTRE

The Cook Street Village Activity Centre is a non-profit organization offering social, educational, and recreational activities for individuals 50+ years.

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CRAIGFLOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Craigflower Elementary is a school rich in history and culture, and actively works to meet the food and nutrition needs of their students.

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THE CRIDGE CENTRE FOR THE FAMILY

The Cridge Centre for the Family is a safe place for women with or without children who are escaping violence or abuse in their homes. They serve women with children, as well as single women from ages 20s-70s.

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EDWARD MILNE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

EMCS is one of three high schools in School District 62 (Sooke) located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island.  EMCS is serving approximately 700 youth in the SD62 region.

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ESQUIMALT CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

The Esquimalt Church of the Nazarene is heartily involved in their community, cultivating a relationship with the Township of Esquimalt to achieve their common goals in providing for the people of Esquimalt.

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ESQUIMALT HIGH SCHOOL

Esquimalt High School serves approximately 700 students in grades 9 to 12.  While most students are local almost 100 students enroll at Esquimalt from many countries around the world.

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ESQUIMALT NATION

The Esquimalt Nation is a small nation on the water of Esquimalt Harbour. Their traditional name is Xwsepsum, also written Kosapsum. Their connection with the land and the resources of the territory goes back thousands of years.

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ESQUIMALT NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE

Esquimalt Neighbourhood House Society is a local charity that focuses its services on a vast population of seniors, families with children, and youth of all ages and adults.

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FAIRFIELD GONZALES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

This community organization supports any kind of household, families, individuals, seniors, people living with disabilities, and anyone who identified as food insecure. Through their various programs, they help tackle the issue of food insecurity in their community

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FATEH CARE

A Canada based ‘Care Start-up’ providing support currently in Victoria, BC area focusing on elderly, home quarantined CoViD-19 patients, specially-abled and people who are looking for a helping hand and they don’t know where to go.

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FERNWOOD NEIGHBOURHOOD RESOURCE GROUP

Fernwood NRG is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Fernwood. Aside from food literacy and food security, they offer multiple services/programs that help guide the community towards success. They provide local events, childcare, and even affordable housing and employment opportunities.

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GALIANO COMMUNITY FOOD PROGRAM

The Galiano Community Food Program strives to ensure that Galiano Island is a thriving, livable, food-secure community, where every resident feels included, welcome and empowered to build a deeper connect with their food system. Their programs seek to set an example that reaches beyond their local community and spread across the country.

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GOLDSTREAM FOOD BANK

The Community Food Bank of the Western Communities has been in operation since 1983. Their services support anyone in the Western Communities that need assistance.

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HOUSE OF SHILOH

A local church whose mission is to show love through the power of the gospel, that starts in the community and invades the city and beyond.

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JAMES BAY COMMUNITY PROJECT

A non-profit social services agency that provides a variety of programs and services to people of all ages to support their resilience through connections to their community and access to needed resources.

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JAMES BAY NEW HORIZONS

Providing accessible programs, services and volunteer opportunities to their members and to local residents in general. It is their goal to help people maintain, improve and develop new skills, interests and social opportunities, and to enhance the quality of life of members and visitors.

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LIFECYCLES

Their mission is to build a resilient food system in Greater Victoria by growing, harvesting, and sharing food. Year after year, we strive to make a difference by caring for the land, empowering our community, and building momentum within the local food movement to continue to connect people with healthy food

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LIVING EDGE

Living Edge demonstrates compassion for the needs of food insecure families in Greater Victoria by distributing groceries through local free markets on a weekly basis.

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MAYNE ISLAND FOOD BANK

The Mayne Island Food Bank was formed to assist the island's growing population. Their services help meet the nutritional needs of up to 25 clients and even more now with the ongoing Covid-19 crisis.

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THE MUSTARD SEED STREET CHURCH & FOOD BANK

The Mustard Seed is a non-profit fighting hunger and restoring faith to hurting souls in Greater Victoria.

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NORTH PARK NEIGHBOURHOOD ASSOCIATION

Playing an active role in improving the quality of life of the downtown neighbourhood through their various programs.

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OAKLANDS COMMUNITY CENTRE

The Oakland Community Association provides a welcoming, engaging and sustainable community where all members can live, learn and thrive. Their programs support everyone in the community who needs assistances.

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1UP VICTORIA SINGLE PARENT RESOURCE CENTRE

A registered charitable organization that is committed to serving the varied and changing needs of single-parent families in the Greater Victoria region.

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OUR ECOVILLAGE

OUR ECOVILLAGE is a 25-acre living forest and permaculture farm hosting a thriving experience-based learning community that builds sustainable relationships with earth and others. Their vision is sustainable well-being for the land, themselves, and our worldwide village.