Community Food Centre Programs
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.
Upcoming Special Events
Stay posted for events coming up this season!