Resources for Teaching Kids Cooking and Caring
Engage Your Family
Discover various organizations throughout Canada that provide your children with meaningful opportunities to assist communities in need of nutritious food access.
Kids Cook To Care, Toronto
Join your family as volunteers at a monthly community meal, or learn how you can support the organization’s mission to broaden its reach across Canada. KCTC hosts events, including meaningful birthday celebrations for those interested in enhancing their special occasions. Kidscooktocare.com
Souper Kids, Calgary
This initiative, originated by the renowned Soup Sisters nonprofit that spans the country, invites kids aged 8 to 17 to collaborate. Through Souper Kids, youngsters acquire healthy cooking skills while preparing fresh soup for peers facing challenges. soupsisters.org/soupsiblings.php
Winnipeg Harvest Family Nights
Families comprising toddlers, teens, parents, and grandparents work together to assist this charity in its mission to combat hunger. They sort groceries, package bulk foods, and prepare meal kits for clients, all while enjoying quality time together and instilling in children the joy of helping others. winnipegharvest.org/family-nights/
Carlington Community Chaplaincy Brunch Program, Ottawa
Teens aged 16 and older, along with their families, can help organize and serve a free, nutritious brunch for up to 50 local community members during this monthly event. carlingtonchaplaincy.com
Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank, Halifax
On professional development days, children are invited to assist clients in finding the items they need within the food bank. parkerstreet.org
