WECAN Food Basket Society of Alberta

Our Annual General Meeting is on June 8. See you then!

City of Edmonton flags will fly at half mast today for the National Day of Mourning.

Today we remember and recognize those who have lost their lives or suffered work-related injury or illness.

Important Announcement: WECAN's HIRING FOR BOARD MEMBERs!
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If you are interested, please click the link here: https://www.goodwork.ca/volunteer/board-member-jobs-70914 and/or contact us for more info!
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One day left before Health's Dirty Little Secrets hosted by Jerry Forbes Centre Foundation for individuals ages 40+
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To learn more about the event, please click the link here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/healths-dirty-little-secrets-tickets-864082964407?aff=oddtdtcreator! WECAN will be presenting at the event at 1:30 PM, come and join us for this exciting event!
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On Saturday, April 13 Jerry Forbes Centre for Community Spirit is hosting a free event for individuals ages 40+
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To learn more about the event, please click the link here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/healths-dirty-little-secrets-tickets-864082964407?aff=oddtdtcreator
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The North Edmonton Seniors Association is currently looking for a cafe operator at the Northgate Lions Recreation Centre. Visit the provided link to view the proposal and learn more about the opportunity.

https://ow.ly/rnbH50QVKJt

Happy World Social Work Day!

You're invited to have a Taste of Ramadan! This free event by Boyle Street Community Services and Al Rashid Edmonton will share the essence of generosity, compassion, and unity with the Edmonton Community. Everyone is welcome - bring the family and enjoy lots of food, diverse cultures, and activities!

DETAILS:
📅 March 30
🕰️ 4:00 - 8:00 PM
📍 Boyle Street Plaza (9538 103A Avenue)

March 8 is International Women's Day! 👭
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We hope that today is filled with celebrations and reflections for women's accomplishments and contributions to our society.
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Please note effective immediately we will be running our Bread distribution program on Monday, Tuesdays and Fridays from 2:00pm-4:00pm. Bread will be given on a first come, first served limited basis depending on quantity received and until we run out. We appreciate your help in spreading the word that we are now handing bread out from 2-4pm so we can continue to help our community!

Our Tax Clinic starts this week! Come get support with filing your basic taxes. Drop-in on Tuesdays or book a Thursday appointment from now until the end of April 🙌📋

Contact us for more information or to book 📞780-474-5011.

TOMORROW! See you at COLAB YEG

February is Black History Month!
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According to Canada.ca, the theme in 2024 is “Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build” - Together, let's strive to celebrate and learn the rich past and present contributions and accomplishments of Black people in Canada.
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Source: https://www.nzfcanada.com/blog/zakat-transforms-lives
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Are you in need of warm winter clothing? ❄️🧥

Drop by our Resource Centre ( #262, 3210- 118Ave) to get your adult and children sized coats, as well as snow pants and limited quantities of boots for kids.

*Please note that this is first come first served. We’re Open: Monday- Thursday 9AM- 12PM/ 1PM- 4PM and Friday 9AM- 12PM. 😊🌻

One of the C5 Partners Arrow Traditional Healing Society invites you to the annual Round Dance this March 2nd! Join us at the Alberta Aviation Museum to partake in this ceremony, a delectable feast, a 50/50 draw, and vendors!

Pipe ceremony and feast from 1:00-4:00 pm
Round Dance from 5:00-10:00 pm

Let's come together to acknowledge, honor, and celebrate the community!

On Monday from 12–4 p.m. join the Edmonton Arts Council in Churchill Square and the downtown Arts District for an afternoon of free Family Day fun!

Enjoy music, theatre, storytelling, crafts, games and lots more!

For full details visit and other ways to enjoy Family Day visit edmonton.ca/FamilyDay.

Understanding Agroecology in Canada Upcoming Webinar - Sowing Sustainability (Agroecology and Its Impact in Canada) on February 27, 2024 at 2 PM EST (12 PM MST). Click the link below:
https://www2.foodsecurecanada.org/civicrm/mailing/view?reset=1&id=3130&cid=55018&cs=3c6c06b2f2303620e58cea815f39c7a7_1707942585_360

Happy Lunar New Year! We wish you happiness and prosperity this new year.
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Our online auction goes live today at 12 PM MST and will be open until February 14th! Click the link here: https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/116073/auctions/158065?r=1&t=all
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We want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone that made it possible for us to host this online auction, including The Keg Sherwood Park for donating to us
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