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A Alexandra Presbyterian Church Provides a meal to anyone hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at:

B Bite of Brant Grade 5 students get introduced to local food sources and agriculture over a two day period in April Bountiful Brant Provides the Buy Local, Buy Fresh Map, showcasing farms in Brant County. Brant / Brantford Roundable on Poverty The Brant/Brantford Roundtable on Poverty seeks multi-sectoral solutions to eradicate poverty while increasing the prosperity of the entire community. The Roundtable believes that by working with a diverse membership leads to the best possible results. Meeting held in 2nd floor classroom. Brant Community Church Provides a meal to anyone hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at: Brant Community Garden Network Community gardens are volunteer led and managed at the local level to encourage sustainability and community capacity building. The Brant Community Garden Project is made up of a network of community gardens and work with the municipality and community organizations to manage the success of these sites. Currently the project has 14 community garden sites that are public or resident/participant specific. Brant County Federation of Agriculture Lobby group that represents farmers' concerns to all levels of government. Brant County Parks & Rec workshops Various workshops about food or cooking are listed in the current Parks and Recreation Guide Brant Food For Thought Brant Food For Thought helps children to access healthy breakfasts, meals and snacks in elementary and secondary schools. Brant Towers and Lorne Towers Gardens Communal gardens for Brant Towers and Lorne Towers Residents Brantford Blessing Centre Provides a meal to anyone hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at: Brantford Farmer's Market The Brantford Farmers’ Market has a wide range of product offerings, including; fresh produce, meats, deli cuts, dairy products, flowers, fresh baked goods, home made prepared food, fresh roasted nuts, home made candies & crafts, a breakfast & lunch counter serving hot foods and other natural products. The Farmers’ Market serves between 1500 and 3500 people each Market week. There are 49 indoor stalls open for business all year, with an additional 15 - 20 outdoor stalls which are open during the peak harvest seasons (from May to October). Brantford Parks & Rec workshops Various workshops about food or cooking are listed in the current Parks and Recreation Guide Burford Community Food Bank Provides food to those in need Burford Family Market An exciting new destination in the heart of Brant County ~ something for the whole family. Open year round Sundays from 10-5. Featuring: Collectibles, antiques, furniture, baked goods, toys, fabric, jewellery, hand-crafted gifts, bath & beauty products and much more! Spend a day and see what else this wonderful township has to offer.

C Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program We are here to help support the health of you and your baby. This free drop-in program is held at The Ontario Early Years Centre. There is no need to register, just show up and learn about a number of topics related to pregnancy and parenting, including nutrition, labour & delivery, breastfeeding and infant care. You can join the group at any time in your pregnancy and stay until your baby is 6 months old. The prenatal component of the program runs from 4:15 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. Once you have your baby, you can continue to participate in the postnatal component of this program until your baby is six months of age. You can bring one person with you as your support. Central Baptist Church Provides a meal to anyone hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at: Christmas Hamper The Christmas Food Hampers will include: * Fresh carrots, apples and potatoes * Ham for singles * Turkey appropriate for the size of the family Additional items may include: * Stuffing mix, cranberry sauce, canned fruit and vegetables * Juice, pasta, soups and other donated items If you need toys for your children, you may receive: * One new toy for each child * Other items as donated, such as knitted goods, books, games and gently recycled toys Community Food Advisor Program The Community Food Advisor (CFA) Program is a group of trained volunteers who can provide education in the following topics:healthy eating, menu planning, healthy eating on a budget, preparing quick and easy meals, cooking basics, healthy snacks, food preservation and canning, food safety, safe food handling and hand washing. Examples of CFA activities include: leading workshops on the healthy eating, safe food handling at home, presentations for community groups; facilitating community food programs such as community kitchens; and conducting cooking classes and food demonstrations. Cook Smart Series Healthy Cooking Series. To register, please contact: Anastasia Blackey at 519-752-4340

E Emergency Meal Provider Network Group that meets to share resources for emergency meal provision and to meet community priorities.

F Faith Lutheran Church Provides food to those in need. For days and hours of operation, please refer to the current food calendar at: First Baptist Church The Food Cupboard is a ministry in our community that helps to reduce hunger and provides a caring presence for those in need. Food is organized, packaged and distributed weekly on Thursday mornings. Clients may attend our Food Cupboard every two weeks. Food Bank (Community Resource Service) Food Bank & Distribution provides support to both individuals needing food, and to community-based programs that support those needing food. Individuals and families needing help could be: - Seniors - Youth - Homeless - Working two jobs to get by - Disabled - Newcomers to our community - Working mothers & fathers, with circumstances that have left them in a situation in which they have to ask for help Food Handler Training Program The Food Safety Certificate Course is designed to help you further develop your skills for working in the Food Service Industry. During the sessions, you will learn: - to recognize potential food safety hazards; - how to store foods properly; - developing better cleaning procedures that control the growth of bacteria; - how to avoid unnecessary waste; - what are food premise regulations and how they affect you. Friendship House Provides a meal and food cupboard to anyone hungry. For days and hours of operation, please refer to the current food calendar at: Friendship House After School Program The focus of our Kids Programs is on building relationships and sharing Christ's love in a caring environment. This time together provides a time for children to enjoy friendship, fun, games, crafts and healthy snacks. If you're into computers, video games, lego, woodworking, sewing, crafts - or just hanging out with your friends in the games room or quiet area - come and visit us! Friendship House Community Garden Public allotment garden. Plots available on a yearly basis. Part of the Brant Community Garden Project. Friendship House Kids Breakfast Club We provide nutritious food and companionship to elementary school children, giving them a great start to their school day! Cost is $0.25

G Good Food Box Monthly low-cost fruits and vegetables program. Grace Anglican Church Provides a meal & food cupboard to anyone hungry. For days and hours of operation, please refer to the current food calendar at: Growing Healthy Together in Brant Growing Healthy Together is the Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program that is here to help support the health of you and your baby. You can join the group at any time in your pregnancy and stay until your baby is 6 months old. The program is free of charge and is a drop-in. There is no need to register, just show up and learn about a number of topics related to pregnancy and parenting, including nutrition, labour & delivery, breastfeeding and infant care. You can bring one person with you as your support. The program is held at The Ontario Early Years Centre - Brant, 30 Bell Lane, Brantford. The prenatal component of the program runs from 4:15 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. Once you have your baby, you can continue to participate in the postnatal component of this program until your baby is six months of age.

H Heritage United Church Provides a meal to anyone hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at: Hope Christian Reformed Church Public allotment garden. Plots available on a yearly basis. Part of the Brant Community Garden Project.

I Immanuel Baptist Church Provides a meal to anyone hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at:

K Kids Zone After School Program: Burford A nutritious snack is given to students who join the Kids Zone After School Program at Burford District Elementary School. Register through Brant County Parks & Recreation: Kids Zone After School Program: Glen Morris A nutritious snack is given to students who join the Kids Zone After School Program at Glen Morris Public School. Register through Brant County Parks & Recreation: Kids Zone After School Program: Mt. Pleasant A nutritious snack is given to students who join the Kids Zone After School Program at Mt. Pleasant Public School. Register through Brant County Parks & Recreation: Kids Zone After School Program: Sacred Heart A nutritious snack is given to students who join the Kids Zone After School Program at Sacred Heart Catholic Elementary School. Register through Brant County Parks & Recreation:

M Meals on Wheels (Brantford) Hot or frozen meals delivered to homes. Orders are placed on Monday for delivery on Tuesday. Hot meals delivered Tuesday to Friday ($6.00 per meal). Frozen meals ordered on Mondays for Tuesday delivery ($35.00 for 7 frozen meals). Frozen meals can be delivered in the County of Brant for a fee. Meals on Wheels (Paris) Hot meals delivered on Wednesday and Fridays. $2.00 per meal. Meals on Wheels (St. George) Meals delivered on Thursday. Order by Tuesday. Cost $5.00 a meal.

O Outpost Ministry Provides a meal to anyone hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at:

P Paris Farmer's Market The farmers’ market will be located on the grounds of The Cedar House restaurant. Vendors will sell locally grown produce and crafts. Vendors will include producers who grow or raise their own products within 80 km of Paris and others who make foods, including preserves. Paris Presbyterian Church Provides a meal to anyone hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at: Participation House Participant garden only available to residents of Participation House.

R Registered Dietitian, Grand River Community Health Centre The Registered Dietitian at Grand River Community Health Centre provides one-on-one counselling for a variety of nutrition-related topics. By appointment only. Services available to both rostered patients of the CHC and individuals in the community. Also provides community education through cooking courses, classes and presentations. Please call 519-754-0777 ext. 234 for more information on upcoming classes or to request a group presentation/cooking class.

S Salvation Army Booth Centre Provides a meal to anyone hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at: Salvation Army Family Centre Food Bank Provides a meal to anyone hungry Salvation Army Paris Family Services Provides a meal to anyone hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at: Salvation Army Paris Family Services Provides food to those in need Seniors Resource Centre Community Garden Community Garden located at Seniors Resource Centre. Communal gardening and greenhouse. Sobeys Shopping Transportation Services Phone in order to Sobey's at anytime. Deliveries occur on Tuesday and Thursdays. The cost for delivery is $7.00, plus the cost of food. St. Andrew's United Church Provides a meal to anyone hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at: St. Jude's Anglican Church The Food Cupboard of St Jude's provides non-perishable items to those in need of food. St. Vincent De Paul Charity organization that gives emergency help to the needy in the form of food, clothing and furniture. This location is a store, but if people cannot afford to purchase, assistance is offered through the local Catholic churches (leave message with name and phone number for same-day callback). Sustainable Brant A group of residents from Brant County committed to supporting local food & healthy communities, fostering integrated rural/urban planning, protecting prime farmland & preventing urban sprawl. Sydenham United Church Provides a meal to anyone hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at:

W Wesley United Church Provides a meal to anyone hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at: Why Not Brantford Youth Centre Provides a meal to youth who are hungry. For meal times please refer to the current food calendar at:

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