Food Security Programs
Rise Up offers a variety of programs to address food insecurity in our urban Indigenous population. Indigenous communities have a strong history of caring for one another’s wellbeing through provision of food at gatherings, as well as through community outreach. Poverty and inter generational trauma have deeply affected food access. Our goal is to create opportunities for Indigenous families to access healthy food while providing workshops on preservation, nutrition, and harvesting.
Email contact@riseupindigenouswellness.ca to book your spot in our next session
Launa and Sherrelle were guests on Food Conversations on November 17, 2023
Launa and Sherrelle were guests on Food Conversations on June 16, 2023
Launa and Sherrelle were guests on Food Conversations on April 14, 2023
Cook with our Kids Program
Families are provided with healthy ingredients and instruction on preparation of a meal. Directions are simple and kid friendly as the intention is for families to share the preparation process. Food choices are local and organic whenever possible. Meals are provided once or twice weekly depending upon budget.
Plant Medicine Workshops
Workshops are presented seasonally to explore plant food and medicine in the area. Participants learn about food and medicine uses of plants as well as teachings around respectful harvesting. Our focus is on food as medicine.
Emergency Food Hampers
Food hampers are provided to families monthly/twice monthly. Families are referred through local connections as well as self referrals
Food Preservation Workshops
Families are invited to attend workshops focussing on canning, smoking and freezing food in a safe manner. We use locally harvested fruits and vegetables and encourage healthy seasonal menu planning. These workshops are an opportunity for families to connect and build relationships over food.