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Welcome, Friend

Collectively, we share the belief that:
  1. Food is a basic human right, and is fundamental to physical, mental, and emotional health.
  2. Everyone, regardless of their economic means, age, gender, abilities, or ethnicity, deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.
  3. A physically and emotionally safe environment is key to building strong communities.
  4. Positive social change happens one person at a time.
  5. Partnerships create strong communities.
  6. It is our responsibility to challenge inequalities and raise awareness.
  7. Creativity and innovation are to be encouraged and embraced.
  8. Engaged staff and volunteers are vital to our success
  9. Being a leader, and encouraging leadership in others, will create momentum and growth.

Volunteer Opportunities

Most of our regular shifts are Monday to Friday from 9 am to 2 pm. You may be involved in helping with any of the following activities:

  • Unloading deliveries
  • Sorting and packaging food
  • Shopping with Neighbours
  • Assisting in the kitchen
  • Welcoming Neighbours to our Community Meals and Grocery Programs

After hours, many volunteers participate in fundraising and community events.

Orientation

Our next volunteer orientation will be April 10 at 3:30pm.  

RSVP 

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Host an Event or Fundraiser

Parkdale Food Centre only gets a small amount of funding from the City of Ottawa. To be able to share healthy food, warm meals, and support to all Neighbours, we love collaboration and support from people just like you and organizations just like yours.

One of the best ways to help is to organize an event on our behalf. This not only raises support but also raises awareness of food security needs in Ottawa.

Questions? We have the answer!
Call us at (613) 722-8019 or email us at info@parkdalefoodcentre.org

Our Charitable Registration Number is: 889365003 RR 0001

Community Kitchen – 30 Rosemount Ave #2, Ottawa
Grocery Program – 5 Hamilton Ave North, Ottawa

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