All programs are free and prioritized for people living in Greater Forest Lawn and on low-incomes. We’re recruiting volunteers. Call Bernadette at 403-370-0807 or email blumugdang@thealex.ca.

Monday

FoodFit Alumni

Every Fourth Monday | 10 am to 12:00 pm

Ongoing support for FoodFit graduates to stay connected and motivated while learning about nutrition, cooking and gentle exercise. Contact Jhumur at jdebnath@thealex.ca or 403-333-8142

Turtle Island Teachings

Monday – June 12 to July 31 | 11 am to 1:00 pm

Learn traditional Midewiwin Teachings led by Elders Linda Brass and Darryl Brass Jr.
All ages welcome; children with an adult. Contact Dion at dnelson@thealex.ca or 403-312-6665

Community Action Training

Monday – June 5 to August 28 | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm

Gather with peers who care about community and learn more about local resources, social justice movements, advocacy basics, as well as self-care and interpersonal skills for community advocates. Adults (childminding by request); registration required. Contact Katherine at kyee@thealex.ca or 403-970-5473

Volunteer Food Prep

Monday | 1:00 – 4:00pm

Dedicated volunteers help prepare food for our community meals. Contact Bernadette at blumugdang@thealex.ca or 403-370-0807

Drop-In Family Dinner

Monday | 5:00 pm to 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

Miyoskamin

(The Season Now is Spring)

Tuesday – March 21 to May 9 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Celebrate the changing of our seasons through a traditional Indigenous lens. Cook seasonally traditional meals, learn ways of knowing, and connect with the land. All ages welcome; children with an adult. Contact Dion at dnelson@thealex.ca or 403-312-6665

Level Ground Gardening

Tuesday | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

We grow food, community, and health. Bring your passion and appetite for local food and watch as our thumbs get greener! All ages welcome; children with an adult. Contact Leanne at lcripps@thealex.ca or 403-369-2503.

Dads in the Kitchen

Tuesday – May 2 to June 6 | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Dads, or any family member, team up with their kids to prepare delicious and healthy family meals together. Registration required. Contact Jhumur at jdebnath@thealex.ca or 403-333-8142

Wednesday

Volunteer Food Prep

Wednesday | 8:30 am to 11:30 am

Dedicated volunteers prepare food for our community meals. Contact Bernadette at blumugdang@thealex.ca or 403-370-0807 to sign up.

Drop-In Community Lunch

Wednesday | 12:00 pm to 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

Wednesday | 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm

Drop-in or book an appointment to chat with a Peer Advocate; staff with lived experience who help community members navigate, access local resources and apply for benefits. Contact Katherine at kyee@thealex.ca or 403-970-5473.

Youth Advisory Council

Wednesday – March 15 to May 31| 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Dig into the local and global food system, work together for food justice, take your ideas and grow an active youth hub at the Alex CFC! Youth aged 14-24. Registration required. Contact Katherine at kyee@thealex.ca or 403-970-5473.

Thursday

Peer Advocacy Office

Thursday | 10:00 am to 11:30 am

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

Contact Katherine at kyee@thealex.ca or 403-970-5473.

Food Fit

Thursday – April 20 to July 6 | 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Improve your well-being through healthy cooking and gentle movement in a supportive environment. Adults, childminding available on request. Registration required.

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

LEARNS Cohort 

Thursday – May 4 to October 12 | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Kids come together to learn about healthy food, cooking skills, and teamwork!

Who: Kids aged 8-12. Registration required.

Contact Jhumur at jdebnath@thealex.ca or 403-370-0807 for more info.

Kids Grow, Cook, Create

Thursday – March 9 to April 13 |  5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Kids (ages 8-12) build skills in the garden and kitchen. Get your hands dirty in soil and taste buds swirling in the kitchen while making a meal together. Registration required.

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

Friday

Drop-In Community Breakfast

Friday | 9:00 am to 11:00 am

Drop in and join us for a free, nutritious breakfast. Adults and supervised children. Contact Ajoy at asehgal@thealex.ca or 403-510-4223

Affordable Produce Market

Friday | 9:00 am to 11:00 am

Purchase affordable fresh fruits and vegetables. Contact Leanne at lcripps@thealex.ca or 403-369-2503.

Tour the CFC

Every third Friday | 11:00 am

Curious about what happens at the Alex Community Food Centre? Register for our monthly tour. Email goodfood@thealex.ca or call 403-455-5792

Seniors’ Kitchen

Friday – May 19 to June 23 | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm

A fun and hands-on experience for seniors (aged 60+) that explores aging well through healthy eating, enhancing cooking skills, sharing food traditions, and making community connections that support well-being. Adults 60 years old or older. Registration required. Contact Jhumur at jdebnath@thealex.ca or 403-333-8142

Peer Advocacy Office

Friday | 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Drop-in or book an appointment to chat with a Peer Advocate; staff with lived experience who help community members navigate, access local resources and apply for benefits. Contact Katherine at kyee@thealex.ca or 403-970-5473.