Embark Sustainability Society

Community Kitchen: Thinking Farm to Fork
2024-05-16 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver)
Community Kitchen: Thinking Farm to Fork

Date & Time
Thu, May 16, 20245:30 PM – 7:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 – SFU Burnaby

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In partnership with SFU Fairtrade, join us for an immersive journey into German cuisine and the rights of farmers and food growers. Through hands-on cooking and engaging discussions, we’ll highlight the importance of supporting local farmers and fostering meaningful relationships between producers and consumers.
We’ll be making:

Main dish: Vegetarian spaetzle (typically a type of egg noodle) with mushroom sauce
Salad: Beet & apple salad
Dessert: Black forest cake

All recipes have vegan alternatives.
Whether you’re a seasoned chef or new to the kitchen, all are welcome! This event is first-come first-serve until we reach capacity, so we encourage you to register and arrive 10 minutes early. Thanks and see you there!✨

Land Acknowledgement
This event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.

About the facilitators
Sarah Wiese
Meet Sarah, a passionate advocate for fair trade and community engagement through cooking. With a love for culinary arts deeply rooted in family traditions, Sarah finds joy in gathering friends and loved ones around the kitchen to share stories and create delicious meals. As a strong supporter of fair trade principles, Sarah aims to spread awareness and promote ethical consumption, nurturing a culture of sustainability and inclusivity within the community kitchen. Excited to share Sarah’s German heritage, each dish becomes a flavourful journey through culture and tradition.

Event Accessibility
Embark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students, as well as Embark Associate Members.
This event will be held indoors at the SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 of the Student Union Building (SUB), SFU Burnaby. Accessibility details include:

As we’ll be addressing sensitive topics, it’s important that our attendees are able to address their needs in the moment. Attendees are free to opt in and opt out of activities as suits their needs throughout the event, including exiting and re-entering the event space.
Some appliances and counter areas of this room are not accessible when using a wheelchair or other mobility aids. The dining/lounge area is accessible when using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
We aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.
Unfortunately, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time. We will be providing written recipe instructions.

We aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you, please contact our Food Justice Coordinator at food@embarksustainability.org.

Health & Safety
Participants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. Masks are optional but encouraged.

Community Agreement
By registering to attend this event, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers.
Embark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race, ethnicity, place of origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance.
If these agreements are broken by someone, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.

Questions
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Food Justice Coordinator at food@embarksustainability.org.

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Community Kitchen
2025-01-29 17:30 - 21:30 | SUB Community Kitchen – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Community Kitchen: Channeling Chapín

Date & Time
Wed, Jan 29, 20255:30 PM – 9:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 – SFU Burnaby

Join Amari and Nancy for a flavour-packed evening as they guide us in exploring the intersection of food and migrant labour! We’ll take on traditional Guatemalan dishes while learning about the systemic challenges faced by temporary migrant farm workers in BC.
We’ll be making:

Atol de Elote (corn beverage)
Champurrado (Mexican chocolate beverage)
Enchiladas (toasted tortillas)
Jocon Vegano (vegan stew)

All recipes have vegan alternatives.
Whether you’re a seasoned chef or new to the kitchen, all are welcome! This event is first-come first-serve until we reach capacity, so we encourage you to register and arrive 10 minutes early. Thanks and see you there!✨

Land Acknowledgement
This event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.

ABOUT THE FACILITATORS
Amari Flores (they/them)Amari is an immigrant settler living on the unceded lands of the Tsleil-Waututh, kʷikʷəƛ̓əm, Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group, Stz’uminus, Qayqayt, Musqueam, Cayuse, Umatilla, Walla Walla, and Stó:lō First Nations. Their love for cooking and baking means they are always on the hunt for new recipes to try. In and beyond the kitchen, they’ve taken a recent interest in connecting more with their culture.
As someone familiar with the challenges of being newcomer, Amari is passionate about supporting migrants and temporary workers. They do this by volunteering as a Medicial Office Assistant providing healthcare interpretation at mobile clinics.
Nancy Giron (she/her)Nancy is an immigrant settler living on the stolen lands of the Qayqayt First Nations and Halkomelem-speaking peoples. With a strong background in environmental research, education, and community engagement, she is passionate about creating positive change in areas like aquatic resources management, climate action, solid waste management, and social and environmental responsibility. Nancy also loves sharing the rich and vibrant cultures of Latin America with those who are curious to learn more.

Event Accessibility
Embark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark Sustainability members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students, as well as Embark Sustainability Associate Members.
This event will be held indoors at the SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 of the Student Union Building (SUB), SFU Burnaby. Accessibility details include:

As we’ll be addressing sensitive topics, it’s important that our attendees are able to address their needs in the moment. Attendees are free to opt in and opt out of activities as suits their needs throughout the event, including exiting and re-entering the event space.
Some appliances and counter areas of this room are not accessible when using a wheelchair or other mobility aids. The dining/lounge area is accessible when using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
We aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.
Unfortunately, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time. We will be providing written recipe instructions.

We aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

Health & Safety
Participants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. Masks are optional but encouraged.

Community Agreement
By registering to attend this event, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers.
Embark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race, ethnicity, place of origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance.
If these agreements are broken by someone, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.

Questions
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Embark’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

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Community Kitchen: Celebrating Black Heritage with SOCA
2025-02-27 17:30 - 21:30
Community Kitchen: Celebrating Black Heritage with SOCA

Date & Time
Thur, Feb 27, 20255:30 PM – 9:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 – SFU Burnaby

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Join us for an extra special Community Kitchen celebrating Black History! We are excited to be joined by Stacy and Mekeil from the SFU Students of Caribbean and African Ancestry (SOCA), who will be sharing easy-to-make Jamaican and Kenyan recipes. This event aims to inspire participants to prepare home-cooked meals and preserve cultural bonds through food and shared dining experiences. The featured dishes are thoughtfully chosen to bridge cultural divides within the Caribbean and African diaspora, recognizing food as a vital means of community-building and restoration. While the month-long celebration comes to a close, every day we’re witnessing Black History!

Land Acknowledgement
This event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.

ABOUT THE FACILITATORS
Stacy KimaniStacy’s involvement with SOCA is driven by their passion for community-building in spaces that uplift and empower marginalized voices. Stacy grew up on their family’s farm, where cooking with fresh, homegrown ingredients was part of their daily life. Having supported small, local farmers and buying from roadside markets in Kenya, Stacy now brings that same love for sustainable and local ingredients to Vancouver while preserving the traditions that shape who they are today. They love recreating childhood meals and experimenting with new recipes inspired by her cultural roots.
This Black History Month, Stacy aims to inspire others to embrace home-cooked meals—not just for health, but for the stories and heritage they bring. Through this community kitchen, they hope to create a space where food brings people together to share, learn, and celebrate the flavors that shape us.
Mekeil WilsonMekeil is a third-year Sociology major and currently serves as an Executive-at-Large for SOCA. Being born and raised in Jamaica has taught them the importance of food in a building community. Growing up, their family was deeply involved in farming and poultry raising. Mekeil was encouraged to cultivate seasonal fruits and vegetables in their backyard, which fostered a deep understanding of food’s importance. Visits to local markets further strengthened their bond with fresh, locally-grown produce. These experiences shaped their belief that food is a fundamental right—one that should be nutritious, accessible, and life-sustaining.
Moving to Canada deepened Mekeil’s passion for food justice and the importance of equitable access to healthy, culturally diverse food. Their favorite Jamaican dish is curry goat, and they’re also a fan of cheesecake! The phrase “Likkle but we tallawah” (though we’re small, we’re strong) reflects their resilient spirit.

Event Accessibility

Embark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark Sustainability members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students, as well as Embark Sustainability Associate Members.
This event will be held indoors at the SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 of the Student Union Building (SUB), SFU Burnaby. Accessibility details include:

As we’ll be addressing sensitive topics, it’s important that our attendees are able to address their needs in the moment. Attendees are free to opt in and opt out of activities as suits their needs throughout the event, including exiting and re-entering the event space.
Some appliances and counter areas of this room are not accessible when using a wheelchair or other mobility aids. The dining/lounge area is accessible when using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
We aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.
Unfortunately, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time. We will be providing written recipe instructions.

We aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

Health & Safety
Participants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. Masks are optional but encouraged.

Community Agreement
By registering to attend this event, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers.
Embark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race, ethnicity, place of origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance.
If these agreements are broken by someone, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.

Questions
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Embark’s Food Justice Coordinator at food@embarksustainability.org.

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Food Sovereignty: From Art to Action
2025-04-04 13:00 - 16:00 | SUB Ballroom – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Food Justice: From Art to Action

Date & Time
Fri, Apr 4th, 20251:00 PM – 4:00 PM PDT

Location
SUB Ballroom (5th. floor)

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Embark is thrilled to be joined by Belinda Li (Vancouver Food Justice Coalition) and Leona Brown (Gitxsan and Nisga’a Independent Cultural Facilitator) for an exciting afternoon of strengthening food sovereignty in our communities! Belinda and Leona will guide us through an engaging discussion on local food justice efforts and how we can contribute to creating more just and resilient food systems. Plus, we’ll be prepping microgreens while expressing our vision for food sovereignty through a fun mural painting activity!

Land Acknowledgement
Embark Sustainability’s work takes place across the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo, and Tsawwassen Nations. We greatly encourage our community members to reflect on the lands they are tuning in from; learn whose lands you occupy through native-land.ca.

AGenda

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Presentation
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM | Meal Break
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM | Mural Painting & Microgreens Preparation
3:45 PM – 4:00 PM | Wrap-Up and Questions

ABOUT THE FACILITATORS
Belinda Li (she/her)Belinda is a Co-Founder of Food Systems Lab and currently a PhD candidate in Resource and Environmental Management at Simon Fraser University. Building on her diverse experience in consulting, international development, and grassroots organizing, she uses a combination of participatory design and data-driven approaches to develop, test, and evaluate solutions to improve food system sustainability from farm to fork.

Leona Brown (she/her)Leona is a Gitxsan and Nisga’a mother of three children, of the Fireweed House and Killerwhale Clan. She is an Indigenous Independent Cultural Facilitator. Leona gained three years of training in Land and Lives around Indigenous Culture with the Resurfacing History Program coordinated by Jolene Andrew. This work has become Leona’s Healing Journey, the grassroots teachings and knowledge is shared with her children as it is important to know who we are and where we come from and how we live in with the Lands and Waterways around us.As a Gitxsan Refugee in the unceded territories of Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh, Leona has been taking on land based work here in the city and thrive as a great ambassador to the work Resurfacing History has taught her around Indigenous food and resources that we harvest in the city. Leona advocates at every opportunity with School Boards, City of Vancouver, and Vancouver Parks Board for all opportunities for Indigenous People to relearn our culture on the lands and waterways that we live on and actively talk of Reconciliation.

Pablo Vimos (he/him)Pablo is an organic master gardener with a degree in Landscape Ecology. He has been managing Embark gardens for a decade, facilitating hands-on activities on how to grow food, plant and maintain gardening beds, and build wildlife habitats. He loves sharing his knowledge to help others start their gardening journey.
Vancouver Food Justice Coalition The Vancouver Food Justice Coalition formed to create space for community-based organizations and those with lived and living experience to join forces and engage in meaningful policy and systems change work. We aim to advance food justice advocacy with community knowledge – working through a community-driven, collaborative, and cross-sectoral movement building that support systems change work.

Event Accessibility
Embark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students, as well as Embark Associate Members. For this event, you will have to register with your active SFU email.
This event will be held indoors at SFU Burnaby in the SUB Ballroom (located on the 5th floor of the SUB). Accessibility details to note include:

The fifth floor of the SUB is accessible via elevator and hosts accessible washrooms, including a single-stall all gender washroom.
We aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.
Unfortunately, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time. However, we can provide a copy of the facilitator’s script.
Sturdy, armless chairs will be available for those looking to sit during this event.
Attendees are free to opt in and opt out of activities as suits their needs throughout the event, including exiting and re-entering the event space.

We aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you, or if you have any questions, please contact our Director of Engagement, Marie, at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

Community Agreement
By registering to attend this event, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers.
Embark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race, ethnicity, place of origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance.
If these agreements are broken by someone, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.

Questions
If you have any questions about this event, please contact our Food Justice Coordinator, Simran, at food@embarksustainability.org.

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Community Kitchen: Savouring the Moments
2025-05-28 17:30 - 21:30 | SUB Community Kitchen – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Community Kitchen: Savouring the Moments

Date & Time
Wed, May 28, 20255:30 PM – 9:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 – SFU Burnaby

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Get ready to Savour the Moments at our first community kitchen of the summer! Amaka Azode is bringing vibrant Nigerian flavours to the table to tell us a story about the significance of food in bringing people together to form deep connections and create long-lasting memories. By delving into the emotional and social aspects of sharing a meal, we’ll uncover the countless ways in which food can act as a bridge between cultures, generations, and personal histories. Come out and enjoy a special space to share your own stories and experiences about memorable meals or special gatherings!
We’ll be making:

Jollof Rice: A flavorful rice dish cooked in a tomato sauce with spices, served with Chicken, Plantain and Coleslaw on the side.
Pepper Soup: A spicy, broth-based soup made with meat and a variety of spices, known for its medicinal properties.
Puff Puff: a snack and dessert made from a simple dough of flour, sugar, yeast, and water

Please be mindful of dietary restrictions. Jollof is vegetarian, and Puff Puff is vegan, but some side dishes and Pepper Soup are not.
AGENDA

Introductions and Housekeeping
Cooking, Games and Colouring
Eating and Discussion
Wrap-up and Clean-up

Whether you’re a seasoned chef or new to the kitchen, all are welcome! This event is first-come first-serve until we reach capacity, so we encourage you to register and arrive 10 minutes early. Thanks and see you there!✨

Land Acknowledgement
This event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.

ABOUT THE FACILITATORS
Amaka Azode (she/her)Amaka is a first-year Master of Engineering Science student. Her love for cooking is deeply connected to the vitality of food in Nigerian celebrations, where dishes are often exchanged during special occasions like weddings and holidays. She believes that sharing a meal with each other not only nourishes us but also strengthens our connections and showcases our diverse heritage.
Amaka looks forward to bringing dishes like jollof rice and small chops (puff-puff) to this gathering to celebrate the joy of community while savouring the moment!

Event Accessibility

Embark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark Sustainability members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students, as well as Embark Sustainability Associate Members.
This event will be held indoors at the SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 of the Student Union Building (SUB), SFU Burnaby. Accessibility details include:

Attendees are free to opt in and opt out of activities as suits their needs throughout the event, including exiting and re-entering the event space.
Some appliances and counter areas of this room are not accessible when using a wheelchair or other mobility aids. The dining/lounge area is accessible when using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
We aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.
Unfortunately, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time. We will be providing written recipe instructions.

We aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

Health & Safety
Participants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. Masks are optional but encouraged.

Community Agreement
By registering to attend this event, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers.
Embark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race, ethnicity, place of origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance.
If these agreements are broken by someone, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.

Questions
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

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Food Rescue
2025-06-05 13:30 - 14:45, 2025-06-12 13:30 - 14:45, 2025-06-19 13:30 - 14:45, 2025-06-26 13:30 - 14:45, 2025-07-03 13:30 - 14:45, 2025-07-10 13:30 - 14:45, 2025-07-17 13:30 - 14:45, 2025-07-24 13:30 - 14:45 and 2 more dates | Blusson Hall – SFU Burnaby, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Embark Sustainability’s
Food Rescue Program
We collect healthy yet imperfect-looking produce that does not meet the selling criteria of supermarket chains and redistribute it to Simon Fraser University (SFU) students for free or by donation. Food is collected from Nesters Market and distributed at SFU Burnaby.
Stop by and grab some brain food between classes! Distribution takes place throughout each academic term and does not occur during exam periods or breaks between terms.
Summer 2025 Distribution Schedule

May 22 – August 7
Thursdays 1:30PM to 2:45PM
Blusson Hall (SFU Burnaby)

Community Kitchen: Language as Nourishment
2025-06-25 17:30 - 21:30 | SUB Community Kitchen – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Community Kitchen: Language as Nourishment

Date & Time
Wed, June 25, 20255:30 PM – 9:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 – SFU Burnaby

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In celebration of Indigenous History Month, we are thrilled to be joined by the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Student Association (FNMISA) to bring you an unforgettable community kitchen! Through their unique perspectives, facilitators Kil Daagwiiya and James Houle will lead a flavour-packed conversation about Indigenous language vitalization and its role within food justice. Ancestral languages carry important knowledge of land, seasonality, and traditional foodways, which has been essential to nourishing communities for generations. Come out to enjoy a meal as we learn about the powerful connection between land, food, and language while celebrating Indigenous cultures!
We’ll be making:

Indian Tacos (Frybread and Seasoned Meat)
Jum (Halibut Stew)

Please be mindful of dietary restrictions – all recipes contain meat or fish product.
AGENDA

Introductions and Housekeeping
Cooking, Games and Colouring
Eating and Discussion
Wrap-up and Clean-up

Whether you’re a seasoned chef or new to the kitchen, all are welcome! This event is first-come first-serve until we reach capacity, so we encourage you to register and arrive 10 minutes early. Thanks and see you there!✨

Land Acknowledgement
This event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.

ABOUT THE FACILITATORS
Kil Daagwiiya Hooper (She/They)Kil Daagwiiya is in her third-year studying Political Science and Indigenous Studies and currently holds a Indigenous Language Certificate in Xaad Kil (Haida). She believes that sharing meals together is an important way of getting to know each other and building community, which is an essential first step in the journey to revitalize Indigenous languages.

James Houle (He/Him) (Tanisi!) James is a graduate student in the Math program and the treasurer at FNMISA. He is excited to support his co-facilitator, Kil Daagwiiya in exploring the relationship between language revitalization and food justice at this upcoming Community Kitchen.

FNMISA The First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Student Association (FNMISA) is an Indigenous student-run group within the Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS). The group provides a variety of supports and resources to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit (FNMI) students, including support and preservation of the various cultural diversities of FNMI peoples, advocacy for services and resources necessary for FNMI students to succeed at Simon Fraser University (SFU), promoting awareness of FNMI cultures and issues to the SFU Community. Learn more about the organization here.

Learn more about FNMISA

Event Accessibility

Embark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark Sustainability members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students, as well as Embark Sustainability Associate Members.
This event will be held indoors at the SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 of the Student Union Building (SUB), SFU Burnaby. Accessibility details include:

Attendees are free to opt in and opt out of activities as suits their needs throughout the event, including exiting and re-entering the event space.
Some appliances and counter areas of this room are not accessible when using a wheelchair or other mobility aids. The dining/lounge area is accessible when using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
We aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.
Unfortunately, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time. We will be providing written recipe instructions.

We aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

Health & Safety
Participants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. Masks are optional but encouraged.

Community Agreement
By registering to attend this event, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers.
Embark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race, ethnicity, place of origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance.
If these agreements are broken by someone, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.

Questions
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

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Deadline to Apply: Food Rescue Distributor (Spring)
2026-01-15
GROW WITH US
Opportunities

Food Rescue Distributor (Spring)

Type: VolunteerLocation: SFU – Burnaby CampusReports to: Director of Engagement

Shifts: ~3 hours per week on Thursdays from 12:50PM to 3:00PM. Occasional bin drop-offs on Mondays or Tuesdays on a rotating basis.
Mandatory Orientation: Week of Jan 17 to Jan 21 (self-guided materials to read through on your own time)Detailed Training: Thurs, Jan 22, 12:00PM – 2:00PMFirst Distribution: Thurs, Jan 29, 12:40PM* – 3:00PM (*One-time, earlier start for day-of walk along)Last Distribution: Thurs, Apr 9, 12:50PM – 3:00PM
Application Deadline: 11:59PM PST on Thurs, Jan 15

APPLY HERE

Embark Sustainability is a resource hub empowering SFU students on their sustainability journeys through dialogue and transformative action. Our mission is to create a hub that empowers and resources SFU students and allies in their sustainability journeys. We serve transformative communities by centring anti-oppression, decolonization, and equity in impactful programming, events, and initiatives. Through this work, we spark dialogue and drive action to dismantle oppressive frameworks within institutions and our interconnected climate and food systems.

About the Role
Food Rescue Distributors play a critical role in running the Food Rescue program. In this exciting role, you will work with your team to gather knowledge about food justice concepts in localized contexts and also apply these concepts through our programming.

Responsibilities

Complete onboarding training and learnings in order to engage SFU students about important food justice topics and issues.
Explore food justice materials with other volunteers and with the Director of Engagement on a regular basis.
Work with Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement and the team to facilitate the program on a weekly basis, including set up and clean up.
Assist in redistributing Embark Sustainability’s Learning Gardens Produce when there is a surplus.
Occasionally assist in the redistribution of foods to community partners and assist with pre- and post-distribution, which includes cleaning up the materials and ensuring all materials are returned to their proper location in the Embark Studio.
Attend a semesterly check-in meeting with Embark’s Director of Engagement.

Requirements

Availability at SFU Burnaby on Thursdays from 12:30PM – 3:00PM
Availability on some Mondays or Tuesdays for independent bin drop-offs to Nesters.
Currently an SFU undergraduate student, graduate student, or Embark associate member.
A desire to work with an engaged team of people!
Interest and willingness to learn about Food Distributions, Food Justice, Intersectionality and Anti-Oppression.

Health Precautions
Volunteers are encouraged to wear masks, and must engage in mandatory hand washing and maintain a respectful amount of space between each other. Hand sanitizer will be provided, as well as disinfecting wipes and disposable gloves. All equipment used will be sanitized after each use. Food will be packaged by volunteers to reduce the time participants spend picking up produce, and a no-touch distribution process will be incorporated.

To Apply
To apply, please review this posting in full. You will need to provide your contact information and complete the application form below by the application deadline on Thursday, January 15 at 11:59PM.
Please note that only successful candidates will be invited to join the Food Rescue team on Thursday, January 16. If you have any questions, please contact Embark’s Director of Engagement at: engagement@embarksustainability.org.

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Food Rescue
2026-01-22 13:30 - 14:45, 2026-01-29 13:30 - 14:45, 2026-02-05 13:30 - 14:45, 2026-02-12 13:30 - 14:45, 2026-02-26 13:30 - 14:45, 2026-03-05 13:30 - 14:45, 2026-03-12 13:30 - 14:45, 2026-03-19 13:30 - 14:45 and 3 more dates
Embark Sustainability’s
Food Rescue Program
We collect healthy yet imperfect-looking produce that does not meet the selling criteria of supermarket chains and redistribute it to Simon Fraser University (SFU) students for free or by donation. Food is collected from Nesters Market and distributed at SFU Burnaby.
Stop by and grab some brain food between classes! Distribution takes place throughout each academic term and does not occur during exam periods or breaks between terms.

Land, Labour, and Liberation
2026-03-07 13:30 - 17:30 | SUB Ballroom – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Land, Labour, and Liberation

Date & Time
Sat, Mar 7th, 20261:30 PM – 5:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Ballroom (5th. floor)

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Food Justice asks a simple but urgent question: who controls our food, and at whose expense? Across colonial states, food systems are shaped by land dispossession, racialized labour exploitation, and policies that produce food insecurity while concentrating power.
Join us for a critical discussion led by scholar and community organizers Evelyn Encalada Grez, Nasya, and Byron, who are each at the forefront of advancing migrant justice and Indigenous food sovereignty. Their collective wealth of knowledge and experience will guide our exploration of:

Migrant labour struggles in agriculture: exploitation, racialization, precarity, and exclusion from rights within colonial labour regimes.

The weaponization of food systems by colonial states: land dispossession, food insecurity, and agricultural control function as tools of governance and oppression
What students can do: how to build true solidarity towards more just and sovereign food systems

Together, we’ll connect these struggles to the broader fight for food justice—one rooted in sovereignty, dignity, and collective responsibility.

Land Acknowledgement
Embark Sustainability’s work takes place across the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo, and Tsawwassen Nations. We greatly encourage our community members to reflect on the lands they are tuning in from; learn whose lands you occupy through native-land.ca.

AGenda

1:20PM |Doors Open for Registration
1:30PM | Food Service Begins
1:45PM | Land Acknowledgement with Elder Les George
2:15PM | Introductions
2:30PM | Key Note Session Part 1
3:15PM | Break
3:30PM | Key Note Session Part 2
4:15PM | Zine-making Activity
5:15PM | Closing Remarks

ABOUT THE FACILITATORS
Evelyn Encalada Grez (she/her)Evelyn Encalada Grez is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology and the Labour Studies Program at SFU. She is the co-founder of Justice for Migrant Workers, a collective that has been at the forefront of the migrant farmworker movement in Canada for over 20 years. She is an award-winning scholar and organizer specializing in transnational labour-migration, migrant justice, and community-engaged research.

Nasya Moore (she/her)Nasya is a scientist from the Nisga’a Nation and Leq’a:mel First Nation. She is a graduate of the University of British Columbia, where she studied Indigenous Food Systems. Her work is informed by curiosity and culturally grounded learning, and an understanding of resilient foodways as healing Indigenous lands and peoples. Passionate about youth engagement and language revitalization, she supports growing food sovereignty and youth education programs in her home territory of the Nass River valley. Nasya is excited to continue contributing to the reclamation and resilience of Indigenous food systems throughout the west coast.

Byron Cruz (he/him) Byron came to Canada fleeing persecution for resisting inequity and State violence in Guatemala. He is currently a community organizer. He is also an active member of the Sanctuary Health Collective and Migrant Rights Network, a grassroots collective advocating universal access to healthcare, education, and social services for all. His passion to build a society rooted in equity, human rights, dignified working conditions, and high quality of life has led him to organize grassroots community efforts to ensure that the essential needs of the people are met and services are provided.

ABOUT EMBARK’S ANNUAL FOOD JUSTICE EVENTS
Every spring, the students of Embark’s Food Justice Collective organize one large event as part of our Food Justice programming to wrap up the school year. It aims to bridge students and the wider community in jointly discussing global issues impacting food security and food sovereignty

Event Accessibility
Embark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students, as well as Embark Associate Members. For this event, you will have to register with your active SFU email.
This event will be held indoors at SFU Burnaby in the SUB Ballroom (located on the 5th floor of the SUB). Accessibility details to note include:

The fifth floor of the SUB is accessible via elevator and hosts accessible washrooms, including a single-stall all gender washroom.
We aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.
Unfortunately, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time. However, we can provide a copy of the facilitator’s script.
Sturdy, armless chairs will be available for those looking to sit during this event.
Attendees are free to opt in and opt out of activities as suits their needs throughout the event, including exiting and re-entering the event space.

We aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you, or if you have any questions, please contact our Director of Engagement, Marie, at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

Community Agreement
By registering to attend this event, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers.
Embark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race, ethnicity, place of origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance.
If these agreements are broken by someone, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.

Questions
If you have any questions about this event, please contact our Food Justice Coordinator, Phone, at food@embarksustainability.org.

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[CANCELLED]: Letter-writing Workshop: Getting Around to Feed Ourselves Well
2026-04-23 14:00 - 16:00 | The Embark Studio, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
[CANCELLED] Getting Around to Feed Ourselves Well

A LETTER-WRITING WORKSHOP BRIDGING STUDENT TRANSIT AND FOOD ACCESS

Date & Time
POSTPONED – NEW DATE TBD

Location
Embark Studio (SUB 1310)

UPDATE – April, 22, 2026: We regret to share that this event has been cancelled and postponed to a later date (to be determined). We apologize for any inconvenience.

About the event
Accessing food as a student is more than a simple affordability issue. Student food security is also shaped by transit, time, mobility, and access to culturally appropriate food.
Join Embark and the BC Poverty Reduction Coalition for an interactive workshop where we’ll:

Draw connections between transit and food access: how transportation shapes who can access affordable, healthy, and culturally relevant food
Explore advocacy in practice: key initiatives and community efforts working toward more equitable food systems
Take action through letter-writing : build skills to write effective advocacy letters to elected officials

This workshop is part of the Getting Around to Feed Ourselves Well research initiative, which began at SFU in 2020 and expanded through community workshops across the Lower Mainland in 2025, supported by the BC Office of the Human Rights Commissioner.
Come learn, reflect, and take real action towards improving food and transit access for students! Plus, enter our prize draw for a chance to win a Tim Hortons gift card!

Land ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.

ABOUT THE FACILITATORS

Chantelle Spicer (she/they)

Meet Chantelle
Chantelle works with the BC Poverty Reduction Coalition (BC PRC). She is a former SFU student who previously served as the Director of Engagement at SFPIRG. They have been a long-time advocate at the intersections of Indigenous sovereignty, anti-violence, affordable and accessible education, and healing justice. Through the BC PRC, Chantelle works in government relations and lobbying, policy research, and bringing the voices of those with lived and living experiences of poverty to the forefront. When not engaged in social justice work, she can be found writing poetry, making bread, or with her hands in the earth.

BC Poverty Reduction Coalition
The BC Poverty Reduction Coalition is comprised of over 80 organizations and community mobilizations that come together to advocate for public policy solutions to end poverty, homelessness and inequality in B.C.

LEARN MORE ABOUT BC PRC

Event Accessibility
Embark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students, as well as Embark Associate Members.
This event will be held indoors at the Embark Studio, room #1310 of the SUB Student Union Building (SUB), SFU Burnaby. Please review the following accessibility details:

Attendees are free to opt in and opt out of activities as suits their needs throughout the event, including exiting and re-entering the event space.
The event space is wheelchair accessible.
All-gender and wheelchair-accessible restrooms are located on the same floor.
We welcome all gender identities and expressions.
We provide access to a quiet space for personal meditation, reflection, or prayers.
The event space is a tree nut and peanut-free zone
The event space is a scent-free zone.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide ASL interpretation at this time.

We strive to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If you have accessibility needs you’d like to share, please contact our Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

Health & Safety
Participants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. Masks are optional but encouraged.

Community Agreement
By registering to attend this event, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers.
Embark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race, ethnicity, place of origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance.
If these agreements are broken by someone, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.

Questions
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.
