Embark Sustainability Society

Food Rescue
2024-11-21 13:30 - 14:45, 2024-11-14 13:30 - 14:45, 2024-11-07 13:30 - 14:45, 2024-10-31 13:30 - 14:45, 2024-10-24 13:30 - 14:45, 2024-10-17 13:30 - 14:45, 2024-10-10 13:30 - 14:45, 2024-10-03 13:30 - 14:45 (America/Vancouver) 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.

Climate Workshop
2024-11-05 13:30 - 15:30 | The Embark Studio, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Climate Workshop: Penning for Palestine

Date & Time
Tues, November 5th, 20241:30 PM – 3:30 PM PDT

Location
The Embark Studio, SUB #1310

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Join us for a powerful workshop focused on bridging climate equity with social justice, where we will mobilize our voices to demand action from our universities. This event will bring together students, activists, and community members to write letters urging university administrators to divest from war contractors.
Agenda:

1:30-2:00 PM: Introductions & Guest Speaker
2:00-2:15 PM: How to Write a Letter
2:15-3:30 PM: Letter Writing Session

This is not just a workshop; but a part of a larger student movement toward seeing a liberated Palestine and an end to Israeli Occupation. Let your voice be heard as we advocate for a world where our institutions reflect our values.

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
Parsa Alirezaei (he/him)Parsa Alirezaei is a former intern at the International Court of Justice. He’s currently working at the Centre for Comparative Muslim Studies as a research assistant, Law for Palestine as a researcher, and Spheres of Influence as a managing editor. He’s also a junior researcher of national self-determination movements in modern MENA/SWANA.
Ally Soriano (she/her)Ally is a first-generation Filipina settler, born and residing on unceded Coast Salish territories. She is a climate organizer and serves as the communications coordinator for SFU350. Currently studying in Communications and Indigenous Studies at SFU, Ally is passionate about the role of communications in student-led movements and is committed to raising awareness and building resistance against the ways genocide fuels climate change.

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 Embark Studio, room #1310 of the Student Union Building (SUB), SFU Burnaby. The Embark Studio is:

Wheelchair accessible
Located near wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral restrooms
Welcomes all gender identities and expressions
A tree nut and peanut-free zone
A scent-free zone
Provides access to a quiet space for personal meditation, reflection, or prayers

Other 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.
Unfortunately, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.

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 Climate Justice Coordinator at climate@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 our Climate Justice Coordinator at climate@embarksustainability.org.

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Community Kitchen
2024-10-30 17:30 - 21:30 | SUB Community Kitchen – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada

Learning Garden Cohort
2024-10-24 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-10-17 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-10-10 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-10-03 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-09-26 12:00 - 13:30 | Embark Sustainability’s Burnaby Learning Garden, Science Road, Burnaby, BC, Canada
Learning Garden Cohort

About our cohort program
Getting into gardening? You’re not alone. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or you’re just getting started, joining one of our semesterly Learning Garden Cohorts is an opportunity to develop hands-on gardening and food literacy skills in community with other SFU students.
Each week you’ll gather under the guidance of our Gardens Manager, Pablo Vimos, who will support you to embrace the fun of food growing while exploring organic gardening techniques and reflecting on food justice. Cultivate your own plot, learn to recognize the inequities embedded in colonial food systems, and leave ready to advocate for just, community-centred food systems on and off campus.
Register at the start of the semester to join us! Visit our opportunities page to see if applications are open.

Apply for this programApplications for this program open at the beginning of each semester. Check our opportunity pages for more information:
VISIT OUR OPPORTUNITIES PAGE

Community Kitchen: একসাথে খাওয়া দাওয়া | Akshate Khawa Dawa | Together we eat
2024-10-04 17:30 - 21:30 | SUB Community Kitchen – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Community Kitchen: একসাথে খাওয়া দাওয়া Akshate Khawa Dawa | Together we eat

Date & Time
Fri, October 4, 20245:30 PM – 9:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 – SFU Burnaby

Mark your calendars, Community Kitchen is back 🥣 Join Embark Sustainability, SFPIRG and SFSS Women’s Centre for an evening of intergenerational cooking and storytelling featuring Aindrila and Rea Chatterjee. Together we’ll be exploring the influence of food in Bengali culture, the immense political relevance of food, and the power of Adda (casual conversation)! We’ll be making:

Cha (tea) + muri (puffed rice) to start
Vegan option: Potato Cauliflower (Aloo Phool Kopir Dalna)
Non-vegetarian: Fish curry (Macher Kalia)
Rice

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
Aindrila ঐন্দ্রিলা (she/her): Aindrila (@aindrilacooks) is a bengali settler on unceded Semiahmoo, Katzie, Kwantlen, W̱SÁNEĆ and Stó:lō Territory. Since immigrating to Canada in the 1990s, Aindrila has worked in many different capacities and while she is currently a healthcare unit clerk by day, she has a deep passion for cooking, art and dancing that she loves to share together with loved ones. As a homechef who grew up in Kolkata, teaches how to cook and occasionally takes orders, she is excited to share a taste of Bengali food with you all!
Rea রিয়া (she/they): Rea is a first generation bengali settler living on stolen and occupied Musqueam territory. As a student, Rea is studying psychology, gender, sexuality and women’s studies, and asian studies with hopes to work in community archives and libraries! As an organizer Rea has also worked on and off campus with struggles of anti-imperialism, migrant justice, climate justice, anti-carceral advocacy, tuition freeze, labour rights and mutual aid work to support unhoused community members in Surrey. She also loooves to cook and is currently learning bengali recipes from her ma and thammi <3 She is super excited to co-facilitate with her mom and share some Bengali classics!

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 Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

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Climate Workshop: Balm and Salve Making
2024-10-02 13:30 - 15:30 | Embark Sustainability’s SUB Learning Garden, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Climate Workshop: Balm and Salve Making

Date & Time
Wed, October 2, 20241:30 PM – 3:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Learning Garden

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Preserve the nourishing qualities of plant life! We’ll be getting familiar with need-to-know medicinal plants like calendula, reducing our reliance on big-box skincare by learning to safely make balms and salves with minimal supplies, and reflecting on the energy shared by all living things 🌱

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

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 outdoors in the SUB Learning Garden, located on the third floor of the Student Union Building, on the back side of the main entrance.
Accessibility details include:

This space is wheelchair accessible and shaded from the sun.
We cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.
We will be using ingredients such as calendula flower, shea butter, and olive oil in the balm making process. Please be mindful of exposure risk if you have any allergies or sensitivities to common lip balm ingredients or scents.
As an attendee, you are free to opt-in and opt-out of activities as suit your 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, 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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Climate Strike Art Build
2024-09-20 10:30 - 17:00 | The Embark Studio, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Climate Strike Art Build

Date & Time
Fri, September 20, 202410:30 AM – end of strike

Location
The Embark Studio (departure via transit to Vancouver City Hall at 12pm)

Join us for this poster/art build and connect with other students heading to the global climate strike at Vancouver City Hall!
Agenda:
10:30 AM – Art and Poster Making11:30 AM – Clean up and prep for travel12:00 PM – Transit to Vancouver City Hall (bring your Compass card!)1:00 PM – Global Climate Strike
Attendees are free to attend the strike or choose to participate in poster/art-making only! If you are joining the strike, we recommend you prepare by bringing ear plugs, a water bottle, snack, mask, and appropriate dress. Attendees are responsible for assessing their capacity and are free to opt out at any time.

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

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.
The art-build portion of this event will be held indoors at the Embark Studio, room #1310 of the Student Union Building (SUB), SFU Burnaby. The Embark Studio is:

wheelchair accessible
welcomes all gender identities and expressions
a tree nut and peanut-free zone
a scent-free zone
located near wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral restrooms
provides access to a quiet space for personal meditation, reflection, or prayers

Other accessibility details include:

At both the art-build and strike, it’s important folks 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.
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 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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Eviction to Empowerment: Save Our Spaces Panel Discussion
2024-09-18 17:30 - 20:30 | The Embark Studio, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Eviction to Empowerment: Save Our Spaces Campaign Discussion

Date & Time
Wed, September 18th, 20245:30 PM – 8:30 PM PDT

Location
The Embark Studio, SUB room #1310 – SFU Burnaby

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Constituency groups and societies like ours have space in the SUB because of the dedicated efforts of SFU student organizers (learn more about the movement here). This panel is dedicated to reflecting on and honouring the efforts that went into the Save Our Spaces Campaign! Individuals who led the campaign will join us to go over their experiences, share advice for organizing in university settings, and answer attendee questions. Light snacks provided!

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

About the facilitators

Annie Bhuiyan (She/Her)Annie (she/her) is an alumnus of SFU’s English department. Here, she was involved with various student organizations and movements including Tuition Freeze Now, the Teaching Support Staff Union, and Save our Spaces. Her work with grassroots movements continues to inspire her work today as a digital communications specialist with non-profits and unions.

Balqees Jama (She/Her)Balqees is a Communications student whose understanding of community-care and governance has helped shape the development of anti-oppressive policies and practices at SFU. Through various leadership capacities in SFSS, SFPIRG, and SOCA, Balqees organized against the eviction of marginalized community groups to successfully retain their spaces, now located in the SUB. She co-led campaigns for other milestone achievements at SFU such as: cluster-hiring of Black and Indigenous faculty, institutionalizing more equitable Health & Counseling services, establishing the SFU VP People, Equity, & Inclusion office, and more. Balqees is grateful to have worked with many people at SFU and across Canada on important issues affecting students like affordability, climate justice, anti-racism, etc. In recognition of her national impact, Balqees was nominated for the YWCA Women of Distinction Award this year and named one of Canada’s Top 100 Black Women to Watch in 2022 (CIBWE).

Magnus Thyvold (he/him)Magnus Thyvold is the Station Manager of SFU’s Campus Community Radio Station CJSF 90.1FM. Involved with CJSF 90.1FM for decades, Magnus was a frontline representative for the station when negotiating for space in the Student Union Building.

WeiChun Kua (He/Him)WeiChun Kua, 柯伟俊 (he/him) is a second-generation stateless Chinese from Brunei. As an international student at SFU, he was deeply involved in student advocacy, climate action, and migrant rights. Notably, he played a pivotal role in SFU350’s eight-long year campaign, where they successfully campaigned SFU to divest its $650 million endowment fund from fossil fuels. After learning about the Rotunda Group’s potential eviction in 2019, he got involved in the Save Our Spaces campaign and was later elected to the 2020-2021 SFSS Board that granted the Rotunda Groups their SUB space today. WeiChun remains active with Migrant Students United at SFU, a grassroots group of former and current international students and workers advocating for their fair rights and currently works at Solid State Community Industries as a Coop Developer, supporting racialized and immigrant people in Surrey building worker cooperatives and enterprises.

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 in the Embark Studio, room #1310 of the Student Union Building (SUB), SFU Burnaby. The Embark Studio is:

wheelchair accessible
welcomes all gender identities and expressions
a tree nut and peanut-free zone
a scent-free zone
located near wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral restrooms
provides access to a quiet space for personal meditation, reflection, or prayers

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 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.

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.

Register for this event
GET REMINDERS & EVENT DETAILS now

Food Rescue - POSTPONED, starting Thursday Sept 19
2024-09-12 13:30 - 14:45 | 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.

**Start date of this program has been postponed until Thursday, September 19th. Apologies for any inconvenience!

Community Kitchen: Healing the Kitchen
2024-07-25 17:30 - 20:30 | SUB Community Kitchen – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Community Kitchen: Healing the Kitchen

Date & Time
Thu, July 25, 20245:30 PM – 8:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 – SFU Burnaby

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🌱 Join us for this month’s Community Kitchen event, “Healing in the Kitchen,” as we come together to recognize and celebrate the Black community and the various cultures within. This event, open to the SFU Community, is led by and centers SFU Black community members and is all about fostering a community of care, where we connect, share, and uplift one another through the power of food.🍽️
We’ll be making:

Jamaican Callaloo
Jamaican Salted Fish Fritters
Kelewele (Ghanaian Spicy Fried Plantain)
Cocadas (a coconut sweet which is popular all over Abya Yala and is directly inherited from African ancestors)

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
Tricia-Kay WilliamsTricia-Kay Williams has a BA degree in Psychology from the York University in Toronto O.N. and an MA degree in Counselling Psychology at the Adler University in Vancouver B.C. Tricia has extensive experience counselling individuals and families and is skilled in treating: Trauma, Anxiety, Transitional/Career and Relational issues. She is also an active community and social services professional who worked for some years as a Residential Youth Worker and in on the board for new Hope Community Services serving refugee families. Tricia is an advocate for anti-racism that affects BIPOC individuals and consults with organizations to foster a more anti-racist approach. Tricia is the owner of a counselling practice called Metamorphose Counselling and is the host of a YouTube channel called Meta Transitions.
Paola Quirós-CruzPaola Quirós-Cruz is one of the educators at the Sexual Violence Support & Prevention Office. Paola is responsible for overseeing the education undergraduate and graduate portfolios, as well as co-leading numerous SVSPO awareness campaigns. Since an early age, Paola has been passionate about cooking, and at one point, she even considered becoming a chef. Paola enjoys connecting with people through hosting and food, and celebrates the Doñas (matriarchs) who have taught Paola unforgettable and tasty recipes by sharing dishes and food with the community. Paola ensures to pique your curiosity about Latin American cuisine and invites you to explore the importance of ingredients and flavors in the region.

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 Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

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Liberation Summer Organizers' Bootcamp
2024-07-17 10:00 - 2024-07-18 17:00 | British Columbia
Liberation Summer Organizers’ Bootcamp

Date & Time
Weds, July 17 & Thurs, July 18, 202410:00 AM – 5:00 PM PDT

Location
SFU Harbour Centre & 312 Main

Register now

Are you ready to win freedom for yourself, your family, and your communities? Come find your kinfolk with Embark Sustainability, SFPIRG, and Organizing for Change for two days of learning, sharing, networking, and skill building. Register now to join us July 17-18 for Liberation Summer at SFU Harbour Centre and 312 Main.
As we build our collective power in response to the urgency of ongoing global crisis, moments of reflection and connection are crucial in strategizing to realize the change we want, need, and deserve in the world today. It’s vital to lift each other up in this fight and collaborate on our tactics together in real-time. Whether you are a seasoned activist or new to the game, enrolled student or lifelong learner, employed in an environmental organization or aspiring to work in the sector someday soon, all are welcome, and we know we are strongest when we harness the diversity of our networks.
From July 17-18, we will be building intentional space for both emerging and veteran organizers to come together and strategize our next steps at the intersections of climate justice, disability justice, abolition, Indigenous sovereignty, poverty reduction, and racial justice. Participants in Liberation Summer will leave better motivated and equipped to actively work toward climate justice sustained by their community and comrades.
What can you expect from us?

Relationship Building
Intergenerational exchanges of knowledge
Multi-sensory workshops & activities
Strategies for building sustainable movements
Resources for getting involved in local climate and social justice movements

If you have any questions or support needs, please email programs@embarksustainability.org. In the meantime, remember: “Another world is not only possible, she is on her way; on a quiet day, I can hear her breathing.” ~ Arundhati Roy

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

Event Accessibility
Embark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students, plot renters, as well as Embark Associate Members.
This event will be held at SFU Harbour Centre and 312 Main. Accessibility details include:

All spaces are wheelchair accessible.
We aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.
We cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.
As an attendee, you are free to opt-in and opt-out of activities as suit your 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, please contact our Programs Manager at programs@embarksustainability.org.

Health & Safety
We further acknowledge that COVID is not over and that the pandemic disproportionately impacts the most vulnerable among us including BIPOC, poor people, and folks living with illness and/or disability. In light of these realities, and in the spirit of nurturing communities of care, we will be practicing the highest level of precaution possible including masking during all indoor programming. We ask that all participants similarly act with the utmost precaution to limit transmission of the virus. Masks will be provided for attendees.

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 Programs Manager at programs@embarksustainability.org.

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Community Kitchen: Nourishing Palestinian Resistance
2024-06-27 17:30 - 19:30 | SUB Community Kitchen – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Community Kitchen: Nourishing Palestinian Resistance

Date & Time
Thu, June 27, 20245:30 PM – 7:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 – SFU Burnaby

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As the genocide against Palestine continues, so does the resistance of Palestinians and those fighting for liberation. Building care, space to grieve, and time to rest into movements is paramount.
Join us for a night of cooking, discussion and recognizing the political and cultural importance of Palestinian Cuisine.
On our menu:

Maqloubeh, a layered dish of rice, chicken and veggies.
Kunafeh, a dessert pastry.
Watermelon and Cheese, a light, refreshing snack.

Vegetarian accommodations are available, please share your dietary restrictions with us upon registration.

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

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 Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

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Summer Solstice Chill & Paint
2024-06-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Embark Sustainability’s Burnaby Learning Garden, Science Road, Burnaby, BC, Canada
Summer Solstice Chill & Paint

Date & Time
Fri, June 21, 20244:00 PM – 6:00 PM PDT

Location
SUB Learning Garden – 3rd Floor Student Union Building, around the back of the main entrance

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🌼🌞Celebrate the longest day of the year with us by relaxing in our beautiful Learning Gardens, sipping on refreshing strawberry lemonade, and unleashing your creativity.
This year, we have a special project: our garden bench is in need of a makeover, and we’re coming together to give it some TLC. Bring a friend, enjoy the summer vibes, paint to your heart’s content and leave your artistic mark on our garden. RSVP now and we can’t wait to 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.

Event Accessibility
Embark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students, plot renters, as well as Embark Associate Members.
This event will be held outdoors in the SUB Learning Garden, located on the third floor of the Student Union Building, on the back side of the main entrance.
Accessibility details include:

Fully wheelchair accessible and shaded
We aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.
We cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.
Some light physical activity will take place at this event (gardening), but we can provide assistance from our volunteers!
As an attendee, you are free to opt-in and opt-out of activities as suit your 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, please contact our Programs Manager at programs@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 Programs Manager at programs@embarksustainability.org.

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Community Kitchen: Thinking Farm to Fork
2024-05-16 17:30 - 19:30 | British Columbia
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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The Story of Food Community Kitchen: ConnectFest x Embark
2024-04-28 12:00 - 15:00 | British Columbia
The Story of Food Community Kitchen: ConnectFest x Embark

Date & Time
Sun, April 28, 202412:00 PM – 3:00 PM PDT

Location
Greater Vancouver Foodbank @ 8345 Winston St.

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Welcome to Community Kitchen, where culinary creativity meets cultural celebration 🍽️ This collaborative cooking event aims to nurture conversations about food through the lens of justice, culture, and shared experience. Featuring plant-based recipes and fresh vegetables, join us to hear stories, gain culinary knowledge, connect with others, and top off the night by sharing a free meal you helped prepare.
Whether you’re a seasoned chef or new to the kitchen, come together with fellow food enthusiasts to connect, learn, and share in the joy of cooking.🥣
You’ll be making:

Veggie Lumpia, a Filipino dish (vegan option available)
Gado-Gado, an Indonesian dish (vegan option available)
Turnip Mash, an Irish Dish (vegan and gluten free options available)
Flammekueche, a German Dish (vegan and gluten free options available)

Please note recipes may contain traces of peanuts.
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
Zaena Tesfa
Zaena (she/they) is Programs Manager of Embark, pepperoncini enthusiast, and a cook to many. After going vegan in 2019, she’s been on an expedition to explore the plant-based cuisines of different cultures, and adores, more than anything, surprising folks with how delicious plant-based dishes can be!

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 Greater Vancouver Foodbank (8345 Winston Street, Burnaby). Accessibility details include:

Venue has limited parking available on a first-come, first-serve basis
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.
We aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.
If you require ASL interpretation, please email food@embarksustainability.org before April 8th.

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 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 Zaena Tesfa at programs@embarksustainability.org and she will be able to answer your inquiries after April 16th.

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Community Kitchen: Busy, but Nourished
2024-04-18 17:30 - 19:30 | British Columbia
Community Kitchen: Busy, but Nourished

Date & Time
Thu, Apr 18, 20245:30 PM – 7:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 – SFU Burnaby

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With our busy schedules it can be a challenge to balance nutrition, time, and limited budgets. In this Community Kitchen, we’ll prioritize whole foods over processed options and discover how simple, budget-friendly meals can fit easily into our busy lives.
Here is the night’s agenda:

5:30 – 6:30 pm: Learn how to make teriyaki tofu bowls, spinach gomae, and yogurt with fruit and granola
6:30 – 7:00 pm: Enjoy the meal together!
7:00 – 7:30 pm: 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. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today!

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
Brittany Bruskiewicz
Brittany is a recent grad from the Faculty of Health Sciences and is currently working in the field of nutrition. She is passionate about promoting a healthy lifestyle through food, where she developed a love for creating plant-based recipes. During her time in university, she had to find efficient ways to cook nutritious meals while on a tight schedule. In this community kitchen, she will be exploring topics such as meal planning, affordable plant-based eating, and healthier alternatives to everyday staples. In her spare time, she loves to road bike, travel, sit by the ocean, explore cafes, and develop new recipes!

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.
We aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.

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 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 Hanami: Japanese Celebration of Cherry Blossoms
2024-03-28 17:00 - 19:30 | SUB Community Kitchen – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Community Kitchen Hanami: Japanese Celebration of Cherry Blossoms

Date & Time
Thu, March 28, 20245:30 PM – 7:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 – SFU Burnaby

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Experience Hanami, the Japanese celebration of Sakura: cherry blossoms 🌸 Hanami happens during March to May in spring when the blossoms are in full force. Traditionally people would bring food offerings to honor and pray to the gods for a healthy harvest, and then eat under Sakura trees.
Unique desserts have emerged from the influence of Hanami’s floral themes. Sakura flowers and plum blossoms are infused in desserts while savory food like sushi and bento are common as they are easy to pack and share for picnics.
Taste the flavors of Hanami as our facilitator, Ella Oriye Tani, walks you through how to make the following foods (vegan and gluten free options are available):

Sakura Mochi (A rice-bean paste dessert with syrup)
Nerikiri Wagashi (chewy dessert with white bean paste)
Futomaki Sushi (sushi with egg, mushroom, spinach, and cucumber)

Spots are limited so register now to secure your place!

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
Ella Oriye Tani
Ella is a visual artist currently in her 2nd year at SFU School of Contemporary arts. She loves creating graphic novels and often intertwines her love of food with art. As a kid, she has long been invested in animal rights and food justice. She has a dog named Raspberry who likes eating her creations.

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.
We aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.

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 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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