food access guide
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City of Hamilton 2013 Food Access Guide Produced for Health and Social Service Providers to refer clients to free or low cost food or meals Ontario CanadaTRANSCRIPT
City of Hamilton 2013Food Access Guide
Produced for health and social service providers to refer clients to free or low-cost food or meals.
Public Health Services
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contentsCommunity Gardens3Community Kitchens4Congregate / Group Dining10Food Banks / Emergency Food16Free Meals27Good Food Box36
Prenatal Nutrition Project41
Meals on Wheels Programs38
Shopping / Transportation Services46Student Nutrition Networks51
Get Involved531
City of Hamilton Food Access GuideThis guide is a comprehensive list of places in the City of Hamilton where food can be obtained, either for free or for a low cost. Public Health Services and the North Hamilton Community Health Centre (NHCHC) would like to thank all of the agencies, services and programs listed in the Guide for their input and participation in the completion of this project.You are encouraged to print copies or parts of the guide as needed. Copies can be found on the City of Hamilton website: www.hamilton.ca/nutritionFor changes or updates to this guide, please contact:City of Hamilton Public Health Services Healthy Living Division, Chronic Disease Prevention Team Phone: 905-546-2424 ext. 3574 Fax: 905-546-3658
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Community Gardens
Hamilton Community Garden Network Phone: 905-540-8787, ext. 118 Fax: 905-540-8882 Contact: Clare Wagner Email: [email protected] Website: www.hcgn.ca Address: 22 Veevers Dr., Hamilton ON L8K 5P5The Network supports Hamiltonians in building and sustaining community garden projects by providing
networking, such as an interactive online directory of gardens and garden coordinator meetingstools, such as how-to-start-a-garden guides and garden suppliestraining with workshops and consultationsoutreach to inform the public about community gardens and how to get involved
Neighbour to Neighbour Centre Community Gardens Phone: 905-574-1334 Fax: 905-574-1688 Contact: Sara Collyer Email: [email protected] Website: www.n2ncentre.com Address: 28 Athens St., Hamilton ON L9C 3K9Community garden program that operates through the growing season at several locations across the mountain according to need and interest.
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A community garden is a space where plants are grown by the community to meet that community’s needs. The garden engages community members to grow their own vegetables and herbs, to get exercise, and to meet new friends.
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Community Kitchens
A community kitchen is a public space where people get together and cook on a regular basis. Community kitchens offer the opportunity to share skills, socialize, and reduce costs by purchasing collectively.
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Bethel Community Cooking Class Phone: 905-689-7796 Fax: 905-689-9008 Contact: Alicia Hutchings Email: [email protected] Website: www.waterdownbethelcrc.ca Address: Bethel Christian Reformed Church, 616 Dundas St. E. (at Kerns Rd.), Waterdown ON L0R 2H0Basic cooking classes that emphasize cooking on a budget. Take home the food you prepare. Child minding is available. Hours: 2 hours per week for 4 consecutive weeks. Sessions held 3 times per year. Cost: None. Guidelines: Ideal for young people, single parents, and any cook on a budget.
Community Kitchens
East Kiwanis Community CentrePhone: 905-522-7770 Contact: Shari-Lee Srigley Email: [email protected] Website: www.banyancommunityservices.org Address: 785 Britannia Ave., Hamilton ON L8H 6G7The kitchen is used to provide a breakfast club for children and community dinners for people living in the McQuesten community.Hours: Call to book appointment. Cost: Assessed on a case by case basis depending on purpose and resources. Guidelines: Other uses can be negotiated.
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Community Kitchens
Hamilton Farmers’ Market Community KitchensPhone: 905-546-2424, ext. 2096 Fax: 905-546-2829 Contact: Market Staff (or Sapphire Singh, Program Coordinator) Email: [email protected] Website: www.hamiltonfarmersmarket.ca Address: 35 York Blvd., Hamilton ON L8R 1R6Inspected kitchen that is approved for food education, meetings, demonstrations, workshops, birthdays, etc. but Not for commercial food preparation, sale or distribution of any kind.Kids Cooking at the MARKETHours: Sat, 10:00 am-10:30 am. Cost: None. Guidelines: Hands on. Children ages 4-14 welcome on a first come, first served basis; must be accompanied by an adult. Cooking in the MARKETHours: Sat, 12:00 pm-12:30 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: Demonstration, family friendly, first-come first served basis.Other Uses: Available for rent by non-profit organizations/agencies/groups, private individuals, businesses.
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Community Kitchens
Neighbour to Neighbour CentrePhone: 905-574-1334 Fax: 905-574-1688 Contact: Sara Collyer Email: [email protected] Website: www.n2ncentre.com Address: 28 Athens St., Hamilton ON L9C 3K9Community kitchen programs run throughout the year. Contact the Centre to register. The program seeks to build community through food and focuses on foods that are economical, local, and healthy. Programs are delivered in several languages. Child minding is provided.Hours: Vary. Cost: None. Guidelines: Mountain residents only.
North Hamilton Community Health Centre Seniors’ KitchenPhone: 905-523-6611, ext. 3008 Fax: 905-523-5173 Contact: Diana DeSimone Email: [email protected] Website: www.nhchc.ca Address: 438 Hughson St. N., Hamilton ON L8L 4N5Groups meet monthly to plan and prepare meals. They learn about nutrition and increase skills around budgeting and food purchasing.Hours: Call for details. Cost: None. Guidelines: Available to north-end residents only.
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Community Kitchens
Diabetes KitchenPhone: 905-523-6611, ext. 3047 Fax: 905-523- 5173 Contact: Cory Ma Email: [email protected] Website: www.nhchc.ca Address: 438 Hughson St. N., Hamilton ON L8L 4N5Participants learn to prepare healthy meals to help manage their diabetes. Hours: 1st Thu of each month, 9:30 am-12:30 pm, Sept-June. Cost: None. Guidelines: Open to those living with diabetes and their families/partners.
The Downstairs Kitchen Phone: 905-549-3068 Contact: Catherine Hughes Email: [email protected] Website: www.downstairskitchen.com Address: St. Giles Church, lower hall. 85 Holton Ave. S., Hamilton ON L8M 2L4An opportunity for neighbours to come together to develop food preparation skills and enjoy a free meal. Hours: Last Wed of every month, doors open for dinner at 5:30 pm. Cost: None. Donations of kitchen utensils, ingredients, or cash accepted. Guidelines: For Ward 3 residents. Others are welcome.
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Community Kitchens
Wesley Day CentrePhone: 905-528-5640 Fax: 905-528-9977 Contact: Frances O’Neil Email: [email protected] Website: www.wesleyurbanministries.ca Address: 195 Ferguson Ave. N., Hamilton ON L8R 2Y5Individuals will learn cooking skills. They plan, prepare, and cook a complete meal. Hours: Every Thu, 3:00 pm-5:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: This program is limited to 8 people at each session. First come, first served.
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Congregate/Group Dining
Congregate and Group Dining programs provide low-cost meals that are enjoyed in a community setting. Transportation may be provided.
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Congregate/Group Dining
Ancaster Community ServicesPhone: 905-648-6675 Fax: 905-648-8949 Contact: Karen Thomson Email: [email protected] Website: www.ancastercommunityservices.ca Address: 300 Wilson St. E., Ancaster ON L9G 2B9Congregate dining twice monthly, from Sept-June.Jerseyville United Church Address: 17 Field Rd., Ancaster ON L0R 1R0Hours: 2nd Wed of each month, 12:00 pm-1:30 pm.St. Andrew’s Church Address: 31 Sulphur Springs Rd., Ancaster ON L9G 1L8Hours: 3rd Wed of each month, 12:00 pm-1:30 pm. Cost: Nominal donation. Guidelines: All are welcome.
Flamborough Red CrossPhone: 905-689-0732 Fax: 905-689-6638 Contact: Marilyn Irish Email: [email protected] Website: www.redcross.ca Address: St. James United Church, 306 Parkside Dr., Waterdown ON L0R 2H0Once per month, participants gather at St. James Church for a meal. Hours: 3rd Thu of each month, 11:30 am-1:00 pm., Sept- May. Cost: Call for cost. Guidelines: Volunteer drivers provide transportation and clients pay for the cost of food.
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Congregate/Group Dining
Glanbrook Home Support Programme Inc.Phone: 905-692-3464 Fax: 905-692-9406 Contact: Carol Taylor Email: [email protected] Website: www.ghsp.ca Address: 4280 Binbrook Rd., Unit 2, Binbrook ON L0R 1C0Participants gather at various locations in the Glanbrook community for lunch and a social program. Nutritious meals are prepared by various local organizations and restaurants. Hours: 3rd Thu of each month, Sept-June, 12:30 pm. Cost: $10.00. Guidelines: Volunteer drivers provide transportation for residents in Glanbrook community.
St. Andrew’s United Church – Looney LunchPhone: 905-383-7411 Contact: Barbara Sherwood Email: [email protected] Website: www.standrewunitedhamilton.ca Address: 479 Upper Paradise Rd. (at Mohawk Rd.), Hamilton ON L9C 5E2Once a month, participants can come for a lunch of soup, sandwich, coffee, tea, and cookies. Hours: 12:00 pm-1:30 pm, 2nd Wed, Sept-May. Cost: $1 or donation. Guidelines: Mainly for those on the West Mountain.
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Congregate/Group Dining
Salvation Army Dundas, Café 55+ Phone: 905-627-0572 Fax: 905-627-5405 Contact: Shirley Molloy Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.SalvationArmy.ca Address: 150 King St. W., Dundas ON L9H 1V4Meals for seniors, 55 years of age and older.Hours: Thu, 10:00 am-2:00 pm, Sept-June. Cost: $5.00. Guidelines: For residents in Dundas, Ancaster, Flamborough, and West Hamilton only (west of highway 403).
Salvation Army Mountberry Adult Day Service Phone: 905-573-0635 Fax: 905-573-9414 Contact: Shirley King Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.SalvationArmy.ca Address: 300 Winterberry Dr., Hamilton ON L8J 1P8A planned day out for elderly and disabled clients in a structured group setting. A hot lunch is provided, and activities are designed to promote cognition, orientation, and physical functioning as they participate within a social network of friends.Hours: Mon-Fri, 9:30 am-3:00 pm. Cost: $19.60 daily includes meal, program, and transportation. Guidelines: Referral required.
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Congregate/Group Dining
Unitarian Church of Hamilton - Loonie Lunches Phone: 905-527-8441, ext. 222 Fax: 905-527-6420 Contact: Charlie Pond Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.firstunitarianhamilton.org/Address: 170 Dundurn St. S., Hamilton ON L8P 4K3 Once a month, participants can come for a lunch of soup, sandwich, coffee, tea, and cookies.Hours: 3rd Wed each month, 11:30 am-1:30 pm, from Oct-May. Cost: $1 donation (optional). Guidelines: Open to everyone.
VON Hamilton Wheels to Meals Phone: 905-529-0700 Fax: 905-527-1919 Contact: East Mountain Coordinator of Volunteers Email: [email protected] Website: www.von.ca East Team: St. Joseph’s Centre for Ambulatory Health Services Address: 2757 King St. E., Hamilton ON L8G 5E4Mountain Team: Idlewyld Manor Address: 449 Sanatorium Rd., Hamilton ON L9C 2A7Seniors are transported by volunteer drivers to enjoy a mid-day meal together.Hours: 11:30 am-2:00 pm, twice monthly. Cost: $9.50. Guidelines: Please call for information and admission details.
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Congregate/Group Dining
Welcome Inn Phone: 905-525-5824 Contact: Elizabeth Szkodziak Email: [email protected] OR [email protected] Website: www.welcomeinn.ca Address: 40 Wood St. E., Hamilton ON L8L 3Y3Seniors lunch is prepared by volunteers. A social activity will follow lunch.Hours: 12:00 pm-2:00 pm, every Tue. Cost: Suggested donation of $3.50 per meal. Guidelines: Seniors from across the City are welcome.
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Food Banks/Emergency Food
Food Banks and Emergency Food programs provide individuals and families with grocery items free of charge.
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Food Banks/Emergency Food
All Nations Full Gospel Church Phone: 905-745-2407 Contact: Cloverlyn Harris Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.anfgchamilton.org Address: 1209 Main St. E., Hamilton ON L8K 1A3Community food bank.Hours: Sun, 12:30 pm-1:30 pm. Appointments for different days/times can be arranged. Cost: None. Guidelines: All are welcome.
Ancaster Community Services Phone: 905-648-6675 Fax: 905-648-8949 Contact: Karen Thomson Email: [email protected] Website: www.ancastercommunityservices.ca Address: 300 Wilson St. E., Ancaster ON L9G 2B9Emergency food support for Ancaster residents.Hours: Mon-Fri, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, by appointment only.Cost: None. Guidelines: For those living in Ancaster and some outlying areas. Must provide proof of address and income.
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Food Banks/Emergency Food
Canadian Red Cross SocietyPhone: 905-522-8499 ext. 1267 Fax: 905-522-2826 Contact: Karen Hymas Email: [email protected] Website: www.redcross.ca Address: 400 King St. E., Hamilton ON L8N 1C3Assistance for baby supplies only (including diapers and formula).Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, by appointment only.Cost: None. Guidelines: Assistance to families with children 0-3 years only.
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Food Banks/Emergency Food
Flamborough Food BanksFlamboroughPhone: 905-690-1036 Contact: Gail Bosma Email: [email protected] Address: 1432 Centre Rd., Carlisle ON L0R 1H1Registered clients must show Photo ID and documentation for proof of residency, major incomes, and expenses for all dependents. Clients may visit the food bank every 2 weeks. Hours: Wed, 1:00 pm-3:00 pm, 7:00 pm-8:30 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: For Flamborough residents only.
Food with Grace Phone: 905-689-6715 Contact: Cherry Collins Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.graceanglicanwaterdown.org/grace/ Address: 157 Mill St. N., Waterdown ON L0R 2H0Satellite location of food bank in Flamborough.Hours: Tue, 2:00 pm-7:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: Client may use Food with Grace or Flamborough food bank every 2 weeks.
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Food Banks/Emergency Food
Good Shepherd Family ServicesPhone: For information: 289-639-8199; for other inquiries, 905-528-9109, ext. 237 Fax: 905-546-1743 Contact: Christina Ferguson Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.goodshepherdcentres.ca/ Address: 120 Cannon St. E., Hamilton ON L8L 2A3Groceries provided once per month with a minimum of 30 days in between.Hours: Mon-Fri, 9:00 am-11:30 am; 1:00 pm-3:30 pm, or until quota is met for each session. Closed on holidays. Clients who cannot climb stairs should go to the back receiving door. Cost: None. Guidelines: Must be over 16 years of age and must be paying rent. Must provide photo ID, rent, income receipt, and a health card for each family member.
King’s Way Outreach CentrePhone: 905-296-9473 Fax: 905-308-7798 Contact: Shelley Clement Email: [email protected] Website: www.kingswaycenter.com Address: 649 King St. E., Hamilton, ON L8N 1E3Provides emergency grocery bag distribution.Hours: Wed, 2:00 pm-2:30 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: Must respect each other and ensure a safe environment.
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Food Banks/Emergency Food
Living Rock MinistriesPhone: 905-528-7625 Fax: 905-526-8723 Email: [email protected] Website: www.livingrock.ca/ Address: 30 Wilson St. (at Hughson St.), Hamilton ON L8R 1C5Canned goods, fresh produce, and baby supplies are available.Hours: Tue and Thu, 1:00 pm-4:00 pm; Wed, 1:30 pm-4:00 pm; Sat, 1:30 pm-6:30 pm. Closed Mon, Fri, and Sun. Cost: None. Guidelines: Must be between the ages of 13 and 25 years.
Mission ServicesPhone: 905-528-4212 Fax: 905-528-7417 Contact: Victor Cyr Email: communityservices@mission- services.com Website: http://www.mission-services.com Address: 196 Wentworth St. N., Hamilton ON L8L 5V7Emergency food program.Hours: No appointment required. Mon and Fri, 9 am-11 am; Wed, 9:00 am-11:00 am and 1:00 pm-3:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: Must bring ID for all members of the household, current income statement, rent receipts, and utilities bill. Can only use food bank once per month or every 30 days.
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Food Banks/Emergency Food
Neighbour to Neighbour CentrePhone: 905-574-1334 Fax: 905-574-1688 Contact: receptionist Email: [email protected] Website: www.n2ncentre.com Address: 28 Athens St., Hamilton ON L9C 3K9Emergency food offered once per month.Hours: Mon-Thu, 9:15 am-12:15 pm, 1:00 pm-3:15 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: Must be a resident of Hamilton Mountain, Ancaster, Mount Hope, Stoney Creek Mountain, or Binbrook. Must have ID and current proof of address and income.
Neighbour to Neighbour Centre – Mobile Food MarketPhone: 905-574-1334 Fax: 905-574-1699 Contact: Krista D’oust Email: [email protected] Website: www.n2ncentre.comMobile Food Market for community members who cannot access the food bank due to illness, disability, or other extenuating circumstances. Must provide documentation from physician to qualify.Hours: Tue and Thu afternoon, by appointment. Cost: None. Guidelines: For residents of Hamilton Mountain only. Must call to do an intake and schedule an appointment.
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St. Matthew’s House
St. Matthew’s HousePhone: 905-523-5546 ext. 243 Fax: 905-523-5553 Contact: Jeremy Young Email: [email protected] Website: www.stmatthewshouse.ca Address: 414 Barton St. E., Hamilton ON L8L 2Y3 Hours: Mon-Fri, 9:00 am-11:30 am, 1:00 pm-3:30 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: Serves Hamilton, Dundas, and Ancaster areas.
Roxborough CentrePhone: 289-684-8716 Fax: 905-523-5553 Contact: Jeremy Young Email: [email protected] Website: www.stmatthewshouse.ca Address: 785 Britannia Ave., Hamilton ON L8H 2B6 Food assistance is offered once a month. Baby food and formula are provided as available. Hours: Mon and Thu, 9:00 am-12:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: Proof of income and two pieces of ID for each adult and one piece of ID for each child is required. Serves Ottawa St. through Stoney Creek area.
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Salvation ArmyPhone: 905-540-1888, ext. 220 Fax: 905-540-4445 Contact: Major William King Email: [email protected] OR [email protected] Website: http://www.SalvationArmy.ca Address: 80 Bay St. N., Hamilton ON L8R 3N3Emergency food program.Hours: Mon-Fri, 9:30 am-11:30 am, 1:00 pm-3:30 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: Must have ID and proof of address. Can use the services once a month.
Salvation Army, DundasPhone: 905-627-0572 Fax: 905-627-5405 Contact: Diane Dunnett Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.SalvationArmy.ca Address: 150 King St. W., Dundas ON L9H 1V4Provides food assistance.Hours: Mon-Thu, 9:00 am-11 am, 1:00 pm-3:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: For residents in Dundas, Ancaster, Flamborough, and West Hamilton only, (west of highway 403). Must have ID to show proof of address and income per family.
Food Banks/Emergency Food
Stoney Creek Food BankPhone: 905-643-2090 Contact: Susan Roger Address: 605 Highway #8 (rear entrance), Stoney Creek ON L8G 5G2Emergency food and baby formula offered once a month per family.Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu, 9:30 am-1:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: For residents of Stoney Creek only. Must bring photo ID, ID for each member of the household, and proof of address and income per family.
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Food Banks/Emergency Food
The Hamilton Dream Centre Phone: 905-527-8605 Fax: 905-527-8205 Contact: Karen Robertson Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.hamiltondreamcenter.ca Address: 627 Main St. E., Hamilton ON L8M 1J5Provides emergency food for those in need. Hours:
Tue, 9:30 am-12:30 pm for clients receiving OW or Canada Pension Plan. Tue, 5:00 pm-6:30 pm for clients receiving OSAP, EI, or low incomes. Thu, 9:30 am-12:30 pm for clients receiving ODSP.
Must call or come in to book an appointment.Cost: None. Guidelines: Serving clients living in the area of Wellington St. to Parkdale Ave N., and Cumberland St. to Burlington St. Must provide photo ID, proof of income, rent, and address.
Welcome Inn Community Centre Phone: 905-525-5824 Contact: Laurie Remillard Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.welcomeinn.ca/ Address: 40 Wood St. E., Hamilton ON L8L 3Y3Emergency food assistance. Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 am-2:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: Food bank can be used once per month. One piece of ID required.
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Free Meals
Meals are provided free of charge in the community through volunteer labour and donations.
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Free Meals
Boys and Girls Clubs of Hamilton – Ontario Early Years Centres (OEYC) Phone: 905-549-8441; Program Rm: 905-549-2814, ext. 230 Fax: 905-549-2313 Contact: Gayle Reece Email: [email protected] Website: www.kboysandgirlsclub.com Address: 45 Ellis Ave., Hamilton ON L8H 4L8Parents, caregivers, and children (age 0 to 6 years) who attend and participate in our programs are offered free lunch and snacks in the morning and afternoon. Sites:OEYC Main (East Kiwanis) Address: 45 Ellis Ave., Hamilton ON L8H 6W2 Hours: Mon-Thu, 9:00 am-3:30 pm (lunch at 11:30 am); Fri, 9:00 am-12:00 pm (lunch at 11:30 am); Sat, 9:00 am-1:00 pm (no food provided).OEYC Hillcrest Address: 40 Eastwood St., Hamilton ON L8H 6R7 Hours: Mon-Thu, 8:45 am-3:30 pm (lunch at 11:30 am); Fri, 8:45 am-12:00 pm; Cultural Family Time and Drop In (lunch is prepared with the participants).OEYC Elizabeth Bagshaw Address: 350 Albright Rd., Hamilton ON L8K 5J4 Hours: Tue, Wed, Thu, 8:45 am-3:30 pm (lunch at 12:00 noon).OEYC Sanford Address: 735 King St. E., flr. 1A, Hamilton ON L8M 1A1 Hours: Fri, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Cultural Family Time and Drop In (lunch is prepared with the participants).
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OEYC Congress Address: 20 Congress Cres., Hamilton ON L8K 5H7 Hours: Tue, Thu, 5:30 pm-7:30 pm (snack only provided).Hamilton Beach Rescue Unit Address: 316 Beach Blvd., Hamilton ON L8H 6W2 Hours: Wed, 10:00 am-2:00 pm (lunch at 11:30 am).MENtoring – OEYC (East Kiwanis) Address: 45 Ellis Ave., Hamilton ON L8H 6W2 Hours: 5:30 pm-7:30 pm, 1st Wed of every month, Sept -June.A light supper is provided from 5:30 pm-6:00 pm for all dads, uncles, grandpas, friends, and children, ages 2 to 6 years, who participate in our programs. MENtoring with Babies – OEYC (East Kiwanis) Address: 45 Ellis Ave., Hamilton ON L8H 6W2 Hours: 6:00 pm-7:30 pm, 3rd Wed of every month, Sept-June.A light supper is provided from 6:00 pm-6:30 pm for all dads, uncles, grandpas, and friends, who come with their babies and participate in our programs.
Good Shepherd Centre Phone: 905-528-9109 Fax: 905-546-1743 Contact: Reception Email: [email protected] Website: www.goodshepherdcentres.ca Address: 135 Mary St., P.O.Box 1003, Hamilton ON L8N 3R1 (between Wilson and Cannon St.)A free hot meal is available. Families are welcome. Hours: Mon-Sat, 3:30 pm-5:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: The use of alcohol and drugs, violence, threats, and other inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. Anyone not following this policy will be asked to leave or be escorted from the Centre. 29
Free Meals
Hamilton Urban Core Community Health CentrePhone: 905-522-3233 Fax: 905-522-3706 Contact: Carrie Coward Email: [email protected] Website: www.hucchc.com Address: 71 Rebecca St., Hamilton ON L8R 1B6Street drop-in. Refreshments and healthy snacks are available.Hours: Mon and Thu, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Pancake Tuesday: 3rd Tue of each month, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Dinner and Movie: 3rd Fri of each month, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm. Family Saturday: 3rd Sat of each month, 9:00 am-1:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: All are welcome.
King’s Way Outreach CentrePhone: 905-296-9473 Fax: 905-308-7798 Contact: Shelley Clement Email: [email protected] Website: www.kingswaycenter.com Address: 649 King St. E., Hamilton, ON L8N 1E3Free meals available at scheduled times.Hours: Mon-Thu, breakfast, 11:00 am-12:30 pm; lunch, 1:30 pm-3:00 pm; Fri, pizza & donuts, 6:00 pm-9:00 pm. Guidelines: Must respect each other and ensure a safe environment.
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Living Rock Ministries Phone: 905-528-7625 Fax: 905-526-8723 Email: [email protected] Website: www.livingrock.ca Address: 30 Wilson St. (at Hughson), Hamilton ON L8R 1C5Hours: Breakfast: Mon-Fri, 7:45 am-9:30 am. Oasis Supper Program: Tue, Wed, Thu, 6:30 pm-9:00 pm. Sat Light Snack: 1:30 pm-6:30 pm, closed Sundays. Cost: None. Guidelines: Must be between 13 and 25 years of age.
Mission Services Phone: 905-528-5100, ext. 3106 Fax: 905-521-9995 Contact: Kellie Baker Email: [email protected] Website: www.mission-services.com Address: 325 James St. N., Hamilton ON L8L 1H3 (corner of James & Barton). Hours: 4th Sun of each month, 5:00 pm (In March only, dinner will be on 5th Sunday). Holiday Meals: Easter Sun and Thanksgiving Sun, 5:00 pm; Christmas meal - to be determined. Cost: None. Guidelines: Open to the community.
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Notre Dame HousePhone: 905-308-8090 Fax: 905-308-9354 Contact: Dawn Kidder Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.goodshepherdcentres.ca/programs/Youth/notredame_house.htm Address: 14 Cannon St. W., Hamilton ON L8R 2B3Hot nutritious meals for lunch and dinner are free for all youth ages 16-21 years. Youth accessing shelter beds are provided with all meals and snacks.Hours: 7 days per week: lunch, 11:30 am-12:15 pm; dinner, 4:00 pm-4:45 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: For youth between 16-21 years of age. Youth may need to present identification to confirm age.
Olive Branch Christian Centre Phone: 905-522-7482 Contact: Shawn Erb Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theolivebranchhamilton.com Address: 195 Rebecca St., Hamilton ON L8R 1C2A lunch program provided.Hours: Wed-Sat, 10:00 am-2:00 pm; Sun, 11:00 am-2:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: All are welcome.
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Out of the ColdPhone: 905-308-8447 Contact: Sister Nancy Sullivan Email: [email protected] Website: http://hamiltonoutofthecold.orgA meal program offered in churches around the downtown area.Hours: Seasonal, Nov-Mar: 4:00 pm-5:30 pm. Locations and days offeredMonday: MacNab Street Presbyterian Church 116 MacNab St. S., Hamilton ON L8P 3C3 St. Stephen of Hungary Church 130 Barton St. E., Hamilton ON L8P 2W4Tuesday: MacNab Street Presbyterian Church 116 MacNab St. S., Hamilton ON L8P 3C3 St. Stephen of Hungary Church 130 Barton St. E., Hamilton ON L8P 2W4Wednesday: Erskine Presbyterian Church 19 Pearl St. N., Hamilton ON L8R 2Y6Thursday: Central Presbyterian Church 165 Charlton Ave. W., Hamilton ON L8P 2C7Friday: Wentworth Baptist Church 120 Wentworth St. N., Hamilton ON L8L 5V7Saturday: MacNab Street Presbyterian Church 116 MacNab St. S., Hamilton ON L8P 3C3 Christ’s Church Cathedral 252 James St. N., Hamilton ON L8R 2L3Cost: None. Guidelines: Must respect the volunteers. No alcohol, weapons, drugs, or fighting. No cooked food can be taken outside of the building.
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St. Matthew’s House Senior CentrePhone: 905-523-5546 Fax: 905-523-5553 Contact: Jeremy Young, Manager of Social Services Email: [email protected] Website: www.stmatthewshouse.ca Address: 402 Barton St. E., Hamilton ON L8L 2Y3St. Matthew’s House Seniors Centre offers nutritious meals at breakfast and lunch for seniors.Hours: Mon-Fri, 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: For seniors 55+ with limited incomes.
Wesley Day CentrePhone: 905-528-5640 Fax: 905-528-9977 Contact: Frances O’Neil Email: [email protected] Website: www.wesleyurbanministries.ca Address: 195 Ferguson Ave. N., Hamilton ON L8R 2Y5Two hot meals and Sunday soup and dinner.Hours: Mon-Sat, 7:45 am-8:30 am, 12:30 pm-1:30 pm; Sun, 12:30 pm-1:30 pm, 4:00 pm-5:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: All individuals 22 years of age or older are welcome. Referrals will be made for individuals under 22.
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Wesley Ontario Early Years Centres Phone: 905-521-0926 Fax: 905 521-8398 Contact: Cassandra Dockery Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.wesleyurbanministries.com Address: 155 Queen St. N., Hamilton ON L8R 2V6 Lunch and dinner provided for parents and caregivers with small children (age 0 to 6 years) who attend the Beasley Child and Family Centre programs. Beasley Child and Family Centre Address: 145 Wilson St., Hamilton ON L8R 1E4Hours: lunch, Mon-Fri, 12:30 pm; dinner, Tue and Wed, 5:00 pm. Dinner provided for dads attending our programs.Wesley Ontario Early Years Centre Address: 155 Queen St. N., Hamilton ON L8R 2V6Hours: Tue, 5:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: Please call ahead if you plan to stay for lunch or dinner so that there is adequate food prepared for everyone, 905-524-4884.
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Good Food Box Program
Dundas in Transition Phone: 905-628-8574 Contact: Jim Sweetman Email: [email protected] Website: www.dundasintransition.ca Address: 64 Davidson Blvd., Dundas ON L9H 6Y1Hours: Orders and payment must be received on or before the 3rd Friday of the month. Pick up the box on the 4th Friday of the month before noon. Cost: $15 per box. Guidelines: Cheques made payable to: Dundas in Transition should be mailed to Jim Sweetman at the address above. Do not mail cash; instead, drop it off at the Salvation Army Dundas office at 150 King Street West, Dundas ON. Phone: 905-627-0572. Ask for Diane.
Faith Lutheran Church Phone: 905-549-5550 Contact: Gail Bennie Email: [email protected] Address: 1907 King St. E., Hamilton ON L8K 1V9Hours: Orders must be placed by the last Tue of each month. Pick up the box on the 1st Tue of the month. Cost: $15 per box. Guidelines: For King and Rosedale area.
The Good Food Box is a non-profit fresh fruit and vegetable distribution program. It makes healthy, fresh food affordable and accessible to everyone. Weekly food boxes are delivered to various locations for pick-up.
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Grace Lutheran ChurchPhone: 905-527-0877 Contact: Pastor Loretta Jaunzarins Email: [email protected] Website: www.glc.ca Address: 1107 Main St. W., Hamilton ON L8S 1B8 Hours: Orders must be placed by the last Fri of each month. Pick up the box on the 1st Tue of each month, Sept-June. Cost: $15 per box. Guidelines: For residents of downtown and West Hamilton, and students of McMaster University and Colin MacDonald School.
Hamilton Good Food Box Phone: 905-549-0900 Fax: 905-549-0900 Contact: Karen Burson Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.environmenthamilton.org/ Address: 22 Wilson St., Suite 8, 2nd flr., Hamilton ON L8R 1C5Hours: Pick-up dates vary (see website). Orders placed by the 2nd Wed of each month by noon can be picked up on 3rd
Wed; orders placed by the 3rd Wed of each month can be picked up on 4th Wed. Cost: $15 per box. Guidelines: Use Environment Hamilton’s website map to identify a site near you.
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Meals on Wheels Program
Ancaster Community ServicesPhone: 905-648-6675 Fax: 905-648-8949 Contact: Melanie Barlow Email: [email protected] Website: www.ancastercommunityservices.ca Address: 300 Wilson St. E., Ancaster ON L9G 2B9Hot lunch-time meals with soup, main course, bread, and dessert are delivered. Some special diets can be accommodated. Hours: Mon-Fri, 11:00 am-12:30 pm. Cost: $6.25 per meal, billed monthly. Guidelines: People with disabilities, or housebound persons in Ancaster area (when resources permit).
Dundas Community ServicesPhone: 905-627-5461 Fax: 905-627-5020 Contact: Lynne Sutton Email: [email protected] Website: www.dcsdundascommunityservices.on.ca Address: 2 King St. W., Suite 3A, Dundas ON L9H 6Z1Meals consist of soup, bread, main course, and dessert are delivered 5 days per week. Diabetic and special meals are available. Hours: Mon-Fri, 11:00 am-1:00 pm. Cost: $6.50 per meal, billed monthly. Guidelines: Dundas area only.
Meals on Wheels delivers hot, nutritious meals to people who may have difficulty leaving their home or cooking for themselves.
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Meals on Wheels Programs
Flamborough Red Cross Phone: 905-689-0732 Fax: 905-689-6638 Contact: Marilyn Irish Email: [email protected] Website: www.redcross.ca Address: 279 Dundas St. E., PO Box 1141, Waterdown ON L0R 2H0Hot and frozen meals are available. The Red Cross program also transports individuals receiving social assistance to the food bank in Carlisle. Meal consists of soup, hot entrée, and dessert. Hours: Mon-Fri, 11:00 am-12:00 pm. Cost: $6.55 per meal. Transportation costs depend on distance. Guidelines: Must be a senior or a person with a disability, or a person who has difficulty preparing meals. Delivery area: Flamborough (including Carlisle, Waterdown, Millgrove, Freelton, and Greensville).
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Meals on Wheels Programs
Glanbrook Home Support Programme Inc.Phone: 905-692-3464 Fax: 905-692-9406 Contact: Leanne Gallant Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.ghsp.ca/ Address: 4280 Binbrook Rd., Unit 2, Binbrook ON L0R 1C0Hot meals can be ordered one to five days per week. Meals for special diets are also available. Hours: Mon-Fri, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm. Cost: $6.75 per meal, billed monthly. Delivery Area: Glanbrook only.Meals Made Easy is a frozen meal program delivered weekly. It includes 35 different entrees and desserts and six different soups over a 5-week rotation. Cost: Prices vary, billed monthly. Guidelines: Open to seniors age 60+, and people with disabilities in the Glanbrook area. Delivery area: Glanbrook area and Hamilton Mountain.
VON HamiltonPhone: 905-529-0700 Fax: 905-527-1919 Contact: Client Intake-Community Support Service and Volunteer Programs Email: [email protected] Website: www.von.ca Address: 414 Victoria Ave. N., Hamilton ON L8L 5G8Hot meals are delivered Mon to Fri. The meal consists of soup, entrée, and dessert. Up to seven frozen meals may be purchased per person. Trained volunteers deliver the meal, provide a security check, and have a short visit with the clients. Hours: Mon-Fri, 11:00 am-1:30 pm. Cost: $6.25 per meal, billed monthly. Subsidy is available.Guidelines: Seniors and persons with disabilities. Delivery Area: Hamilton and Stoney Creek.
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Prenatal Nutrition
Prenatal Nutrition Projects provide nutrition and vitamin supplements at no cost, and may include support during pregnancy, birth, breast-feeding and parenting.
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Francophone Community Health Centre Phone: 905-528-0163 ext. 3229 Fax: 905-528-9196 Contact: Denise St. George Email: [email protected] Website: www.cschn.ca Address: 460 Main St. E., 2nd flr., Hamilton ON L8N 1K4One-on-one support to mothers who are either pregnant or have babies up to nine months old. Prenatal classes, food access, bus tickets, and vitamin supplements are available to low income mothers. Hours: Please call for an appointment. Cost: None. Guidelines: Must speak French.
Hamilton Regional Indian Centre Canada Prenatal Nutrition ProgramPhone: 905-548-9593 Fax: 905-548-0024 Contact: Tania Jacobs Email: [email protected] Website: www.hric.ca Address: 34 Ottawa St. N., Hamilton ON L8H 3Y7The Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program, for aboriginal women and their families, provides breast feeding counselling, labour support, growth and development support, food vouchers, lunch or snack, and bus tickets. Hours: Postnatal Circle, Tue, 9:30 am-2:00 pm; Prenatal Classes, Thu, 1:00 pm-4:00 pm. Cost: None. Guidelines: Must be pregnant or have a child less than 6 months of age.
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Prenatal Nutrition
The Hamilton Prenatal Nutrition Program (HPNP) links 9 weekly groups throughout Hamilton. Each group is facilitated by a Community or Public Health Dietitian and a Public Health Nurse. The Healthy Moms Healthy Babies (North Hamilton Community Health Centre) and Welcome Baby Program (Hamilton Public Health Services) share funding from the Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program (CNCP). Participants learn about healthy pregnancy, healthy eating, breastfeeding, infant feeding, and healthy lifestyles. Participants also receive peer support, a snack or light meal, a grocery gift card, bus tickets, referrals to community resources, one-on-one counselling as required, and child-minding for children less than 6 years of age.Cost: None. Guidelines: Must be pregnant to register and can only register with one weekly group. A participant graduates when her infant reaches 6 months of age.
North Hamilton Community Health Centre Healthy Moms, Healthy BabiesPhone: 905-523-6611 Fax: 905-523-6611 Contact: Cory Ma Email: [email protected] Website: www.nhchc.ca Address: 438 Hughson St. N., Hamilton ON L8L 4N5Hours: Tue, 10:00 am-12:00 pm or Thu, 12:30 pm-2:30 pm. Please call for more details.
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Hamilton Public Health Services Welcome BabyPhone: Health Connections at 905-546-3550 Contact: Liz Shaver-Heeney Email: [email protected] Website: www.hamilton.ca/nutritionSites:Church of the Ascension Address: 64 Forest Ave, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 1X1 (enter at 65 Charlton Ave. E.) Hours: Thu, 1:00 pm-3:00 pm.Church of the Resurrection Address: 435 Mohawk Rd. W. (at Garth), Hamilton ON L9C 1X1 Hours: Tue, 1:00 pm-3:00 pm.Dominic Agostino Riverdale Community Centre Address: 150 Violet Dr. (near Eastgate Mall, off Centennial Pkwy), Hamilton ON L8E 6B4 Hours: Wed, 1:00 pm-3:00 pm.OEYC – Hamilton East Address: 45 Ellis Ave. (across from Centre on Barton), Hamilton ON L8H 4L8 Hours: Thu, 9:30 am-11:30 am.OEYC Main West Address: 1900 Main St. W. (near Whitney & Main), Hamilton ON L8S 4R8 Hours: Wed, 1:00 pm-3:00 pm.Sanford Ontario Early Years Centre (OEYC) Address: 735 King St. E., Suite 1A (corner of King and Sanford), Hamilton ON L8M 1A1 Hours: Tue, 9:30 am-11:30 am.
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Prenatal Nutrition
Youth Group at Angela’s Place (OEYC) Address: 320 Tragina Ave. N. (corner of Barton and Tragina), Hamilton ON L8H 5E3 Hours: Tue, 4:00 pm-6:00 pm. Guidelines: 21 years and under.
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Shopping/Transportation Services
Transportation is provided to purchase groceries, or provide grocery delivery, for people with limited mobility.
Ancaster Community Services Community Bus Shopping with DARTS Phone: 905-648-6675 Fax: 905-648-8949 Contact: Karen or Alethea Email: [email protected] Website: www.ancastercommunityservices.ca Address: 300 Wilson St. E., Ancaster ON L9G 2B9 Service Area: Ancaster, Dundas, and West Mountain (west of Upper James). Transportation services in Ancaster to Fortinos and Walmart stores.Cost: $7 round trip. Transportation provided by DARTS. Guidelines: Walkers and canes are allowed. Must call Wednesday before noon for the following Friday. This service runs on Fridays ONLY. Not available on holidays.
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Shopping/Transportation Services
Flamborough Red Cross Volunteer-Assisted TransportationPhone: 905-689-0732 Fax: 905-689-6638 Contact: Marilyn Irish Email: [email protected] Website: www.redcross.ca Address: 279 Dundas St. E., P.O. Box 1141, Waterdown ON L0R 2H0A volunteer uses his/her own vehicle to take a client to medical appointments, a day program, and shopping as necessary. The Red Cross Program also transports individuals on social assistance to the food bank in Carlisle.Hours: Mon-Fri, 9:00 am-4:30 pm. Cost: Call for costs. Guidelines: None.
Banyan Community Services Grocer-Ease Phone: 905-545-1175 Fax: 905-549-9011 Contact: Shari-Lee Srigley Email: [email protected] Website: www.banyancommunityservices.org Address: 785 Brittania Ave., Hamilton ON L8H 2B6 Grocery delivery service within the City of Hamilton, including Ancaster, Dundas, and Stoney Creek.Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30 am-4:30 pm. Cost: $9.00 for orders under $100.00. A $2.50 surcharge applies for each additional $25.00 spent. One day’s notice is required. Guidelines: Must be a senior or a person with a disability.
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Shopping/Transportation Services
Glanbrook Home Support Programme Inc. Volunteer - Assisted Transportation Phone: 905-692-3464 Fax: 905-692-9406 Contact: Reception Email: ghspcoord [email protected] Website: www.ghsp.ca Address: 4280 Binbrook Rd., Unit 2, Binbrook ON L0R 1C0 A transportation service takes shoppers to the store of their choice, to medical, and/or hair appointments. Cost: $8.50 - $21.00 round trip. Guidelines: Must be a senior or a person with a disability. Clients must call ahead and book a driver. Only open to people in area of Mount Hope to Binbrook.
United Way Dundas Community Services Grocery Shopping Program Phone: 905-627-5461 Fax: 905-627-5020 Contact: Mairi Hourigan Email: [email protected] Website: www.dundascommunityservices.on.ca Address: 2 King St. W., Unit 3A, Dundas ON L9H 6Z1 A program that provides transportation to medical appointments in the Greater City of Hamilton. Grocery shopping available in Dundas only. Call for more information.Cost: $6.50 - $16.50. Guidelines: Must be a senior or a person with a disability living in Dundas. Clients must call one week in advance.
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VON Hamilton Shopping by Bus Phone: 905-522-0053, ext. 2233 Fax: 905-527-1919 Contact: Nadia Hanbali Email: [email protected] Website: www.von.ca Address: 414 Victoria Ave. N., Hamilton ON L8L 5G8An HSR bus takes clients to Fortinos or No Frills. A volunteer is present to help shoppers.Pick up and drop off sites:
Every 2nd Wed 120 Strathcona Ave. N., 10:00 am. 155 Park St. S., 10:20 am. Every 2nd Thu 181 Jackson St. W., and 95 Hess St. S., 8:45 am. 226 Rebecca St., 9:30 am. 30 Sanford Ave. S., 9:50 am. 360 King St. E., 10:00 am. 316 King William and 30 West Ave., 10:25 am.Cost: None. Guidelines: Confirmation of times can be done with superintendent.
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Grocery Shopping by Bus, Senior Tenant Groups Phone: 905-564-2424, ext.1873 Fax: 905-679-7305 Contact: Bill Zuk Email: [email protected] Charter bus takes seniors to local grocery stores in the area from their individual apartment buildings. Service is paid for by the grocery stores, and runs weekly, biweekly, and monthly to various stores. Apartments Other Areas
Mohawk Gardens St. Elizabeth Village First Place Macassa Lodge
Mohawk and Wellington Olde Stoney Creek Upper Gage East Hamilton Mohawk and Magnolia area
Hours: Must contact the manager of your local grocery store to begin program. Cost: None. Guidelines: Contact the manager of your local grocery store for more information.
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Student Nutrition Program
North Hamilton Community Health Centre GRUB ClubPhone: 905-523-6611, ext. 3006 Fax: 905-523-5173 Contact: Jodie Gallant Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.nhchc.ca/index.php/community_programs Address: 438 Hughson St. N., Hamilton ON L8L 4N5 OR 460 Wentworth St. N., Hamilton ON L8L 5W8Children learn to prepare healthy meals and snacks, explore physical activity and creativity, and learn about nutrition, healthy living, and organic gardening.Hours: Thu, 5:00 pm-7:00 pm, once monthly during fall and winter; weekly during spring and summer. Cost: None. Guidelines: Open to North Hamilton children only. Must register to participate.
Student Nutrition Programs offer meals and/or snacks to school students at no cost, and may also provide food education to children and youth.
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Student Nutrition Program
Student Nutrition Programs Hamilton Tastebuds – Student Nutrition Collaborative (Formerly known as Hamilton Partners in Nutrition)Phone: 905-522-1148, ext. 305 Fax: 905-522-9124 Contact: Deidre Pike, Program Coordinator, Website: www.tastebudshamilton.ca Address: 162 King William St., Suite 103, Hamilton ON L8R 3N9Nutrition programs offer breakfasts, snacks, and/or lunches at school or in community settings. Students eat with their friends and enjoy a variety of healthy foods in a safe and nurturing environment.Hours: Program details and operating hours vary for every school and agency. Cost: None. Guidelines: Programs are run and managed by the individual school or community agency volunteers. Not all schools operate a Tastebuds Student Nutrition Program. For further information regarding funding applications, locations, and how to start or support a student nutrition program please contact Hamilton Tastebuds.
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Get Involved
There are many food-related projects in and around Hamilton that could use your enthusiasm and expertise. Contact any of the organizations included in the Food Access Guide to see what opportunities are currently available.
Or, check out the Inform Hamilton website at www.inform.hamilton.ca under the Category of Basic Needs, and the Sub-Category Food, for community services and programs involved in food initiatives. The organizations found here may have current volunteer opportunities listed.
If you’re interested in policy development and food system planning, the City of Hamilton has a Community Food Security Stakeholder Committee. They work on policy, education, and infrastructure to support a sustainable, local food system. To get involved, contact the public health program secretary at 905.546.2424 ext. 3540, or visit www.hamilton.ca/foodsecurity .
Come, grow, learn, teach, build, and play in the many food initiatives in our community!
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City of Hamilton 2013Food Access Guide