All programs are free and prioritized for people living in Greater Forest Lawn and on low-incomes. We’re recruiting volunteers. Call Audrey at (403) 617-3198 or email analuz@thealex.ca

Monday

Alumni

December 8 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm 

Ongoing support for any food skills graduate to stay connected with friends, grow food skills or try out new ones!  

To learn more, Contact Jhumur at jdebnath@thealex.ca or 403-333-8142.

Level Ground Gardeners,

Abundant Mondays (Drop-in)

September 8 to October 10 | 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm | 

Enjoy the garden’s abundance! Get your hands dirty as you tend to good things growing in the garden and connections with friends. No registration required. 

Contact Leanne at lcripps@thealex.ca or 403-369-2503.

Volunteer Food Prep

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Dedicated volunteers help prepare food for our community meals. 

Contact Jennifer at jpannett@thealex.ca or 403-617-3198.

Drop-In Family Dinner

5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Kids and teens, bring your favourite adults- parents, friends or chosen family for a wonderful family dinner; Halal and veggie options. 

Contact Ajoy at asehgal@thealex.ca or 403-510-4223.

Tuesday

Scrappy Prep Team (Volunteers)

September 2 to November 25 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Dedicated volunteers create healthy and preserved “upcycled” food products for community to enjoy.

Contact Jennifer at jpannett@thealex.ca or 403-617-3198.

Scrappy Workshop

September 16, October 21, November 18 | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Celebrate local and seasonal food through hands-on workshops. Share knowledge and learn new skills for preserving, fermenting, freezing, canning, foraging and growing good food. Registration required.

Contact Leanne at lcripps@thealex.ca or 403-369-2503. 

Mind Your Food

September 27 | 11:00 am – 1:30pm  (First session starts on a Saturday)                                    October 7 to December 16 | 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Youth ages 13-19 learn about food and nutrition, explore nature’s bounty and build kitchen skills while making friends, sharing culture, and meeting inspiring community mentors. It’s a space to connect, learn, and build skills that boost wellbeing. Registration required. 

Contact Gii at gmasters@thaelex.ca or 403-312-6665.

Wednesday

Volunteer Food Prep

8:30 am – 11:30 am

Dedicated volunteers prepare food for our community meals.

Contact Jennifer at jpannett@thealex.ca or 403-617-3198.

Drop-In Community Lunch

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Drop-in and join us for a free, nutritious lunch. Adults and supervised children are welcome.

Contact Ajoy at asehgal@thealex.ca or 403-510-4223.

Peer Advocacy Office

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Drop-in or book an appointment to chat with a Peer Advocate volunteer with lived experience. Our Peer Advocates provide a listening ear, foster a supportive environment and help community members access and navigate local resources.

Contact Jen at jgnutel@thealex.ca or 403-970-5473. 

Scrappy Families

September 10 to October 15 | 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Families team up to test out new ways to enjoy and preserve everyone’s favourite fruits and vegetables. Learn how to reduce waste and eat well, all while having fun together! Registration required.

Contact Jhumur at jdebnath@thealex.ca or 403-333-8142.. 

Thursday

FoodFit

September 11 to November 27 | 10:30 am to 12:30 pm 

Improve your well-being through healthy cooking and gentle movement in a supportive environment. Adults 18+. Childminding available upon request. Registration required.

Contact Jhumur at jdebnath@thealex.ca or 403-333-8142.

Market Prep Team (Volunteers)

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Dedicated volunteers sort, stock and prepare items for the Fresh & Fare Community Market and Refillery.

Contact Jennifer at jpannett@thealex.ca or 403-617-3198.

First Thursdays Monthly Tours

September 4, October 2, November 6, December 4 | 1:30 pm – 2:00pm

Curious about what happens at the Alex Community Food Centre? Register for our monthly tour. Registration required. 

Contact Joanna at jtschudy@thealex.ca or 403-863-3953. 

Friday

Fresh and Fare Community Market and Refillery

9:00 am – 11:00 am

Purchase affordable fresh fruits and vegetables.

Contact Leanne at lcripps@thealex.ca or 403-369-2503.

Drop-In Community Cafe

9:00 am – 11:00 am

Drop in and connect with friends for good coffee and great conversations. Enjoy a simple, nutritious and seasonal cafe snack. Check out food demos featuring local and seasonal ingredients from the market. Adults and supervised children are welcome. 

Contact Ajoy at asehgal@thealex.ca or 403-510-4223.

Peer Advocacy Office

9:30 am – 11:30 am

Drop-in or book an appointment to chat with a Peer Advo-cate; staff with lived experience who help community mem-bers navigate, access local resources and apply for benefits.

Contact Joanna at jtschudy@thealex.ca or 403-863-3953. 

Kids in the Kitchen

October 24 to December 12 | 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Kids come together to learn about healthy food, cooking skills and teamwork! Kids ages 8 to 12. Registration required. 

Contact Jhumur at jdebnath@thealex.ca or 403-333-8142.