We save items from going to landfills and re distribute them to those in need. Community Helping Community! ABOUT OUR PROJECT
The Saige Community Food Share is a food share that provides a safe space for Two-Spirit, Trans and Gender Diverse or q***r individuals to access healthy food, as well as support from their 2SLGBTQIA+ peers. This food share offers fresh produce and baked goods as well
as staple products. Our main sponsors are Van Whole Produce, Shoppers Drug Mart, Bread Affair, International Grocer's and Kiwassa Neighbourhood House. Many of the individuals we serve, do not have much interaction with others socially or physically, so our volunteers make the efforts to socialize with guests and make them feel welcomed. Our volunteers come from a wide range of community's with all the same intention of making sure everyone is able to receive healthy food options, with dignity, in a safe environment. WHY IT IS NEEDED
Two-Spirit, Transgender and Gender Diverse individuals are a high-risk group due to challenges regarding access to medical care, both gender-related and non-gender related. Their health is also challenged by higher levels of violence, lack of social support, difficulties obtaining employment and housing, in addition to mental health conditions and su***de, brought on by the stress of multiple experiences of discrimination. Even when they are able to gain employment, they tend to have a lower income on average than non-transgender individuals with similar education levels, due to lack of opportunities. WHERE and WHEN
Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the Month @ Kiwassa Neighbourhood House
* Low Barriers - no ID, proof of address or low income needed
SIGN UP REQUIRED: fb@saigecommunityfoodbank(dot)com
* Please bring reusable bags if possible.
* This is a wheelchair & power scooter friendly space. For more information please see our website www.saigecommunityfoodbank(dot)com
To volunteer or donate please contact - [email protected]
