Embark Sustainability Society

Film Screening: Out of Sight Out of Mined
2025-04-22 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Embark Studio, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Earth Day Screening: Out of Sight Out of Mined

Date & Time
Tue, Apr 22, 20256:30 PM – 9:00 PM PDT

Location
Embark Studio (SUB 1310)

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Celebrate Earth Day and the end of exam season by joining Embark, the Canadian-Philippines Solidarity for Human Rights (CPSHR), SFU350, and SFPIRG for a special film screening of Out of Sight Out of Mined ! Learn about the Canadian mining project that caused the worst mining disaster in Philippine history, and how we can meaningfully support Indigenous land defenders locally and internationally.
Agenda:

6:30PM – 7:00PM | Doors open & Introductions
7:00PM – 7:30PM | Film Screening
7:30PM – 8:00PM | Presentation on Canadian Mining and Militarization in the Philippines
8:00PM – 9:00PM | Group Discussion & Maoj Fundraiser Prize Bid

We will also be holding a fundraiser at this event for a political prisoner’s legal defence and support CPSHR’s ongoing organizing efforts – see details below.
Marklen Maojo (Maoj) Maga is a Filipino union organizer and political prisoner who was arrested due to his work supporting the strikes of Jeepney drivers, who are public transport workers in the Philippines.
Jeepney drivers were protesting against the corporate-driven, foreign-oriented Public Transport Modernization Program, which goes against worker’s need for decent and stable work, livable income, freedom of association, and their economic and democratic rights.
February 22nd, 2025 will be Maoj’s seven-year anniversary of incarceration, yet he still faces unfounded charges of murder and attempted murder in locations in the Philippines which he has never visited!
We are raising money to fund Maoj’s basic needs while still imprisoned, as well as his costly legal defence fees. Of the money that is raised, 75% will go to Maoj, and 25% will go to the ongoing organizing efforts of CPSHR as we continue to organize until Maoj, and the hundreds of other political prisoners in the Philippines, are finally free.

Donate to Free Maoj

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
CPSHRCanadian-Philippines Solidarity for Human Rights (CPSHR) is a Vancouver-based anti-imperialist organization in support of National Democracy in the Philippines. Learn more by following @cps.vancouver on Instagram!
SFU350SFU350 is a student-led club working to engage the SFU in climate action and mobilizing for systemic change in solidarity with intersecting movements. Learn more by visiting sfu350.org or by following @sfu350 on Instagram!
SFPIRGThe Simon Fraser Public Interest Research Group (SFPIRG) is a student-funded and student-directed resource centre dedicated to engaging students and community in social and environmental justice. SFPIRG’s areas of work include education, action, research, and community-building. Learn more by visiting sfpirg.ca or follow @sfpirg on Instagram!

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. Accessibility details include:

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 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.
ASL interpretation available upon request. Please inquire within 7 business days of the event date by emailing Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.

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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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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Liberation Summer: Organizers' Bootcamp 2025
2025-07-21 11:00 - 2025-07-25 17:00 | Student Union Building – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Liberation Summer: Organizers’ Bootcamp

Date & Time
Mon July 21st – Fri July 25th11:00 AM – 5:00 PM PDT (each day)

Location
Embark Studio (SUB 1310) – SFU BurnabySFPIRG Lounge (SUB 1410) – SFU Burnaby

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Are you ready to win freedom for yourself, your family, and your communities? Are you ready to unite and organize ALL oppressed and exploited peoples?
Join Embark Sustainability & SFPIRG for Liberation Summer: a week-long, bootcamp-style program for emerging and veteran organizers. From July 21st to July 25th, we’ll be bringing you workshops, skill-building, and political education that will empower your organizer self.
Whether you are brand new to organizing or have years of experience, this bootcamp is a space to grow, reflect, and strategize together. Capacity is limited – register now to secure your spot.

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

ABOUT THE FACILITATORS

Adrian D'Alessandro (he/him)

Meet Adrian
Adrian is an ancient and mysterious organizer who’s done everything from winning fossil fuel divestment at the University of Guelph to getting arrested and convicted for blockading the TMX pipeline. His organizing roots also include anti-pipeline resistance with Guelph Anti-Pipeline, the Space Campaign, and grassroots student advocacy through OPIRG-Guelph and SFPIRG. He’s now wrangling children with Parents for Palestine.

Day 4 Workshop: Story-telling as an Organizing Principle (July 24)
To build a movement, we need stories that shape our shared imagination of what’s possible. In this workshop, we’ll explore storytelling as both an explicit and implicit organizing principle: from shifting public narratives, to living our values through action. Let’s learn how to tell stories that move people and build the future we want!

Kabir Madan (he/him) & Cameron Gilbert (he/him)

Meet Kabir
Kabir is an anthropologist and soccer coach in-training. He has been organizing on unceded Coast Salish territories for the past 3 years through various labour unions and coalitions including TSSU, CWJ, and the Vancouver Tenants Union, as well as with independent South Asian organizers in conjunction with larger migrant alliances.

Meet Cameron
Cam Gilbert is a white settler of mixed-European ancestry, born and raised in Deep Cove, North Vancouver on the unceded lands of the Tsleil-Waututh Peoples. He is a member-organizer with the Vancouver Tenants Union, primarily in his neighbourhood of Mount Pleasant. He has been a member of the VTU since 2022. He is also a PhD Candidate in the UBC philosophy department. At UBC, Cam organizes with the teaching assistant and academic assistant union on UBC campus (CUPE 2278), Graduate Students for Palestine, and the newly formed UBC-VTU chapter.

Day 2 Workshop: Building Power HERE! (July 22)
In this session, tenant and labour organizers will share experiences building fights from the ground up. We will go over how to get in touch with your neighbours and find common ground, organize a building, and use our collective power to escalate and build—not only campaigns, but long-term organizing relationships which go beyond single-issue mobilizing.

Kanksha (she/her) & Dina (she/her)

Meet Kanksha
Kanksha is a labour organizer at Students, Staff and Faculty for Democratic University (SDU+), an independent, grassroots organization at SFU that brings together workers and students to struggle against the administration with the goal of democratic control over our conditions of work and study.

Meet Dina
Dina is an undergraduate student at SFU studying biomedical physiology. She first got involved in organizing through the Palestine movement at SFU in early 2024. She is a passionate anti-Zionist Jew organizing with IJV SFU. As a student living on residence, Dina strongly believes in organizing students for better living conditions and standing in solidarity with dining workers.

Day 2 Workshop: The Mass Line & SICA (July 22)
In this session, folks will explore the theory of The Mass Line: a form of political leadership that aims to expand and consolidate our movements for liberation through mass campaigns and mobilizations that reflect the subjective readiness and the objective interests of the masses.
Folks will also learn about how to concretely determine the mass line through Social Investigation and Class Analysis (SICA).

Tiara Cash (she/they)

Meet Tiara
Tiara is a Black American & Indigenous (non-enrolled Choctaw & Cherokee descendant) queer woman born and raised in Memphis, TN. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Wellness (Arizona State University), a Master’s degree in Kinesiology (Western Illinois University), and a Master’s degree in Psychology (SFU). She is currently completing her doctorate in Social Psychology at SFU (August 2025) and is a Vanier Canada Graduate Scholar.
Tiara is also a TEDxSpeaker who has worked in many community settings as an organizer and accomplice, including: speaking and coordinating anti-Black racism events, supporting anti-pipeline movements, presenting on community care using mindfulness and collective care practices, and being present on many advisory committees that support systemically and intentionally marginalized groups (i.e., PoGM, 2SLQBQQIA+, Disabled communities, and many more).

Day 3 Workshop: Cultivating Collective Care and Accountability during Organizing (July 23)
Using the Equitable Mindfulness Framework for awareness of self and others

We often forget the benefits of supporting our comrades behind the scenes of our movements and revolutions. This session is about building a culture of care. By centering our self-awareness and awareness of others and focusing on increasing our compassion for the movement collective, we can pause and respond in a more grounded way to stressful events and conflict. We’ll discuss and activate the Equitable Mindfulness framework to create the conditions for a culture grounded in respect, accountability, and collaboration.
This session will be highly experiential, as the best way to engage in mindful action is by practicing! Bring your notebook, your curiosity, and your willingness to set outside the norm.

Hannah (she/her) & NoName (they/them)

Meet Hannah
Hannah is the Director of Research and Education at the Simon Fraser Public Interest Research Group (SFPIRG). She thrives on community work and THE various ways in which she can support and care for students and community members.
Having been a teacher for over ten years, Hannah loves to organize events and facilitate workshops for students in order to help them find calmness in a chaotic world and resist the systems that actively oppress our bodies.

Meet NoName
NoName is a student organizer on the stolen Coast Salish lands of so-called “Vancouver”.
They organize for Palestinian liberation while providing political education on the working class.

Day 1 Workshop: Becoming Scientists (July 21)
In this session, we’ll learn how to carry out a scientific investigation of society for ourselves.
We’ll start by outlining the process of a social scientist’s study. Then, we’ll look at how to ground our study in concrete material conditions and the struggle between the social classes.
Finally, we’ll review state-of-the-art attempts made by academics to mystify society and undermine scientific investigation and analysis. Expect a murder mystery activity!

Noëll Cousins (she/her) & Lawrence Rowland (he/him)

Meet Noëll
Noëll works as the Director of Engagement at the Simon Fraser Public Interest Research Group and, in her role, seeks to strengthen the community of organizations on SFU’s campus fighting for social and economic justice.

Meet Lawrence
NoName is a student organizer on the stolen Coast Salish lands of so-called “Vancouver”.
They organize for Palestinian liberation while providing political education on the working class.

Day 1 Workshop: Becoming Scientists (July 21)
In this session, we’ll learn how to carry out a scientific investigation of society for ourselves.
We’ll start by outlining the process of a social scientist’s study. Then, we’ll look at how to ground our study in concrete material conditions and the struggle between the social classes.
Finally, we’ll review state-of-the-art attempts made by academics to mystify society and undermine scientific investigation and analysis. Expect a murder mystery activity!

Parsa Alziraei (he/him)

Meet Parsa
Parsa is a research assistant at the SFU Centre for Comparative Muslim Studies.

Day 5 Workshop: Palestine at SFU and Beyond (July 25)
The local scene since 2021
This workshop aims to map the local organizing scene for Palestinian liberation through:

understanding movements and organizations in solidarity or opposition to Palestinian liberation and their specific campaigns and goals; and
understanding these actors historically and in their political-geographic context.

By collectively putting together what we know about the local scene, we can act with more clarity and precision.

Chanelle (she/her)

Meet Chanelle
Chanelle organizes with Anakbayan BC, a comprehensive Filipino youth organization that fights for National Democracy in the Philippines. The National Democratic movement is the largest united anti-imperialist socialist movement in the Philippines, having existed for over half a century with thousands of people organizing and fighting every day for freedom from imperialism, feudalism, and bureaucrat capitalism.
For decades, the National Democratic movement has been agitating, organizing, and mobilizing the Filipino people for their rights, as well as cultivating a revolutionary Filipino culture that is mass-oriented, scientific, and liberatory.
She brings to us the lessons that this movement has learned in hopes that we may cultivate this revolutionary spirit in so-called “Canada”! “Onward, my friends, tomorrow is ours to make!” – Chanelle

Day 3 Workshop: Propaganda for the Masses (July 24)
How to do cultural work in service of the People’s Revolution
How do we raise the consciousness of the masses? How do we get the people to see themselves in the international workers’ struggle? What is the role of propaganda work and why is it important for developing a culture for mass struggle and resistance? In the words of Toni Cade Bombara, “As a culture worker who belongs to an oppressed people, my job is to make revolution irresistible.”
As the new world struggles to be born, we, as organizers, must take up the task of being cultural workers. The apple of revolutionary culture does not just fall from nowhere; we plant the seeds for it. It is more imperative than ever to combat reactionary ideologies, expose the enemies of the revolution, oppose their anti-people schemes, analyze and illuminate the struggle of the masses, and put forth our revolutionary goals.
Join us at our workshop as we explore and discuss these questions, understand and grasp our tasks, and remain principled and steadfast.

Serena (they/them)

Meet Serena
Serena is a Punjabi, disabled, queer settler and the Director of Development at Embark Sustainability. They came into organizing through disability justice and the community they built as a co-founder of the Simon Fraser University Disability and Neurodiversity Alliance (DNA).
Grounded in the principles of disability justice, Serena’s work has grown to include cross-movement organizing and advocacy for equity-seeking communities in a range of contexts.

Day 5 Workshop: Get off the Sidelines (July 25)
Where to start as an organizer
In this session, folks will learn how to navigate the inertia of inaction. We’ll talk about the barriers to getting started with organizing and create solutions together according to our capacities.
We will go over creating a strong foundation for the fight you’re preparing for, finding accomplices to join the movement, and how to apply the lessons you learn along the way.

Event Accessibility

This event will be held indoors the at rooms #1310 and #1410 of Student Union Building (SUB), SFU Burnaby. Accessibility details include:

The venue is wheelchair accessible, with gender-inclusive and accessible washrooms on-site.
Light snacks, tea/coffee, and vegan lunch options will be provided daily.
We aim to create a scent-reduced environment. Please avoid wearing strong fragrances.
If you have specific access needs, please contact access@sfpirg.ca or engagement@embarksustainability.org by July 10th.

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. There is no tolerance for 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 or SFPIRG’s Director of Engagement at engagement@sfpirg.ca.

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Community Kitchen: Uring Magsasaka, Pangunahing Puwersa
2025-07-30 17:30 - 21:30 | British Columbia
Community Kitchen: Uring Magsasaka, Pangunahing Puwersa

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

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 – SFU Burnaby

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We are excited to be joined by Canadian-Philippine Solidarity for Human Rights (CPSHR) for a community kitchen focused on food justice and sovereignty in the Philippines! Our facilitator Freddi will be sharing beloved Filipino recipes while discussing the realities of Filipino peasants—millions of whom work in agriculture while facing systemic barriers to land access, liveable wages, and food security. Peasants are class of people in the Philippines that work on the land of a feudal landlord—not to be confused with its derogatory connotation in Western contexts.
Come for the food and stay to learn about what it means to be a peasant in the Philippines and how we can stand in solidarity with Filipino peasant resistance movements 🇵🇭✊
We’ll be making:

Sinigang (Tamarind-based soup)
Halo Halo (Shaved ice dessert)

Each recipe will be made vegan. Please be mindful of any dietary restrictions.
AGENDA

Introductions and Housekeeping
Cooking and Activities
Eating and Discussion
Wrap-up and Clean-up

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
Freddi (He/him)Freddi recently graduated from UBC, where he spent three years doing food rescue and food justice work for UBC Sprouts. He is now a member of the Canada-Philippines Solidarity for Human Rights (CPSHR) and spends his time organizing in support of the National Democratic movement in the Philippines. Food justice work will always hold a special place in his heart and he is excited about this event!

CPSHRThe Canada-Philippines Solidarity for Human Rights (CPSHR) Vancouver is a “vancouver”-based anti-imperialist organization that mobilizes for National Democracy in the Philippines.

Learn more about CPSHR

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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Community Kitchen: thức ăn cho mọi người
2025-09-24 17:30 - 21:30 | SUB Community Kitchen – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Community Kitchen: thức ăn cho mọi người

Date & Time
Wed, September 24, 20255:30 PM – 9:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 – SFU Burnaby

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This month’s Community Kitchen is hosted by Embark’s very own Board Chair, Anne! Anne will be share her favourite Vietnamese recipes as she discusses the role of Japanese wartime occupation and French colonialism in shaping Vietnamese culture and food systems. Behind beloved dishes like bánh mì and cà phê sữa đá lies a history of cultural assimilation, colonial violence, exploitation of farmers, and displacement from the land.
These systemic impacts are still felt today as Vietnam remains a major exporter of rice and coffee while many communities face unequal food access and local farmers continue to be exploited. Join us to reflect on these histories and celebrate resilience through food.
We’ll be making:

Bánh xèo (stuffed rice pancake)
Gỏi cuốn (spring roll)
Chè Ba Màu (three colour dessert)

Please let us know of any dietary restrictions and/or food allergies in the registration form ahead of the event.

AGENDA

Introductions and Housekeeping
Cooking and Activities
Eating and Discussion
Wrap-up and Clean-up

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
Anne Tran (she/her)Anne is a second-generation Vietnamese settler and student studying business. She has been involved with Embark since 2022 through the Food Rescue program, the Climate Equity Team, and currently serves as the Chair on Embark’s Board of Directors.
She is interested in exploring the intersections of food security, climate change, policy, and sustainable business. Some of Anne’s most cherished memories come from Vietnamese family gatherings—with conversations and laughter shared across generations over a meal. She is excited to share a taste of Vietnamese cuisine with others.

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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Climate Workshop: Rooted in Consent
2025-09-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Embark Sustainability’s SUB Learning Garden, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Climate Workshop: Rooted in Consent

Date & Time
Friday, September 26, 20251:00PM – 3:00PM

Location
SUB Learning Gardens (3000 level roof deck)

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Join us with the SFU SVSPO to make herbal balms and zines in hands-on workshop on consent, care reciprocity with the land!

About the event
Everyday products often contain harmful or toxic ingredients, but caring for ourselves and the land doesn’t have to. Embark is excited to be joined by the SFU SVSPO for a climate workshop exploring reciprocal and sustainable relationships with the land by weaving embodied practices with reflective practices. Together, we’ll:

Learn how to harvest plants respectfully and understand their medicinal properties
Create soothing salves and balms with calendula and lavender oils
Reflect on ideas of reciprocity, care, and “consent beyond humans” through a guided zine-making activity

This workshop is more than just a DIY session—it’s a chance to slow down, listen, and connect. Participants will learn what it means to nurture sustainable, reciprocal relationships with the land and with each other.

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
Pablo Vimos (he/him)Pablo is a dedicated garden educator whose work cultivates both green spaces and young minds. With a focus on teaching children and youth how to grow food, care for garden beds, and create habitats that support local wildlife, Pablo brings ecological learning to life. Since 2015, he has served as the Garden Manager for Embark Sustainability, where he leads hands-on gardening programs for students at Simon Fraser University, grows fresh produce for Embark’s community kitchen, and oversees a range of community-driven initiatives. Passionate about sharing his expertise, Pablo finds joy in helping others take their first steps into the world of gardening.

Paola Quirós-Cruz (they/them)Paola is the Educator with the SVSPO and the 2024 recipient of the national Courage to Act Campus Educator Award. They coordinate and facilitate education and outreach initiatives for SFU and FIC undergraduate and graduate students. Their commitment as an Educator is to center the voices of historically marginalized groups, create reflective educational experiences through an intersectional lens, and find creative strategies to foster communities of care.

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 outdoors at the SUB Learning Gardens, on the 3000 level (third floor) roof deck of the Student Union Building (SUB), SFU Burnaby. Please review the following accessibility details:

Please dress appropriately for the weather. In the event of rain or other poor weather conditions, the event will be held indoors at the Embark Studio, room #1310 of the SUB (participants will be notified in advance).
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 1st floor inside the SUB.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide ASL interpretation at this time.

Please note: The workshop will include lavender, calendula, and beeswax as part of the activities and materials. We ask that those with allergies or sensitivities to any of these substances to inform us as soon as possible and take any other necessary precautions.
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.

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Climate Workshop: Peasant Struggle, Global Solidarity
2025-10-07 18:00 - 19:30 | The Embark Studio, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Climate Workshop: Peasant Struggle, Global Solidarity

Date & Time
Tuesday, October 7, 20256:00PM – 7:30PM

Location
Embark Studio (SUB 1310)

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About the event
In light of Peasants’ Month, Embark is excited to be joined by CPSHR for a climate workshop on the resilience and struggles of peasant communities in the Philippines. Peasant farmers in the Philippines are on the frontlines of overlapping crises—climate breakdown, systemic corruption, land dispossession, militarization, and repeated violations of their basic rights.
Peasants are a class of people in the Philippines who work on the land of a feudal landlord—not to be confused with its derogatory connotation in Western contexts. For this month of solidarity, join us as we immerse ourselves in the lived realities of peasants through a narrative activity and teach-in. Together, we will connect the peasant struggle to the climate crisis and entrenched systems of corruption and land dispossession enforced by the state and backed by foreign corporations and banks. Through this collective dramatization, participants will not only witness the resilience and struggles of peasant communities but also be given a few options to stand in solitary. The workshop will close with a way to support political prisoners in the Philippines—many of whom are peasants and peasant rights advocates—and with concrete calls-to-action to advance genuine land reform and the broader fight for national democracy.
Plus, enjoy Jeff’s homemade Suman—a steamed sticky rice cake that peasants often eat.

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
Jeff (he/they)Jeff is an organizer with Canada-Philippines Solidarity for Human Rights (CPSHR) and regional coordinator for the International Coalition for Human Rights in the Philippines (ICHRP Canada). He is passionate about human rights advocacy and building solidarity across borders with our partners across the sectors of workers, peasants, fisherfolk, and other civil society groups in the Philippine

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 Climate Equity Programs Coordinator at climate@embarksustainability.org.

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Community Kitchen: Flavour of Us
2025-10-29 17:30 - 21:30 | SUB Community Kitchen – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Community Kitchen: Flavour of Us

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

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 – SFU Burnaby

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Join Embark, SVSPO, and WUSC for a community kitchen that invites participants to explore how food connects us to memory, identity, and resistance. Through shared meals and storytelling, we’ll reflect on who has access to land, seeds, and knowledge—and how communities can reclaim and protect their food traditions in the face of displacement, colonization, and inequity.
Beyond simply preparing food, we aim to create a space to celebrate the flavours and traditions that shape who we are, while honouring the histories that have impacted them. Together, we’ll cook, share stories, and reimagine what it means to belong by affirming the right of all people to define their own food systems and reclaim what nourishes us.
We’ll be making:

Chana Masala (served with rice)
Eggplant Mesa’a’ah (served with rice)
Hummus
Piña Colada cakes

Please let us know of any dietary restrictions and/or food allergies in the registration form ahead of the event.

AGENDA

Introductions and Housekeeping
Cooking and Activities
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
Wafaa Zaqout (she/her)Wafaa Zaqout is a Palestinian and naturalized Canadian who immigrated to Canada more than 15 years ago as a skilled professional. She brings over 25 years of experience in humanitarian aid and social support, working with vulnerable communities in both Palestine and British Columbia. Her career includes roles with international organizations such as the United Nations World Food Programme and Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders), as well as with non-profit settlement agencies in B.C. For the past six years, Wafaa has been at Simon Fraser University, where she supports refugee students and advances efforts to make the institution more equitable and accessible for refugee communities. For Wafaa, cooking has always been her way of building community and sharing kindness through food.

Paola Quiros-Cruz (they/them)Paola is the Educator with the SVSPO and the 2024 recipient of the national Courage to Act Campus Educator Award. They coordinate and facilitate education and outreach initiatives for SFU and FIC undergraduate and graduate students. Their commitment as an Educator is to center the voices of historically marginalized groups, create reflective educational experiences through an intersectional lens, and find creative strategies to foster communities of care.

Marie Haddad (she/her)Marie, an SFU Grad student and Coptic Egyptian, serves as the Director of Engagement at Embark Sustainability Society, where she develops and leads inclusive, community-focused initiatives. Before taking on this role, she spent five years as a student organizer dedicated to advancing equitable and sustainable education, uplifting marginalized communities, and championing intersectionality, anti-oppression, and anti-racism. As the inaugural VP of Equity and Sustainability at the SFSS, Marie helped drive landmark joint-campaigns such as the 15 Black Faculty Cluster Hiring, and SFU’s multi-million-dollar fossil fuel divestment – and led B.C.’s first unanimously passed policy on Palestinian Liberation and BDS at the SFSS, later adopted as a bylaw. She remains deeply committed to building strong communities and fostering transformative 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 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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Community Kitchen: စားနပ်ရိက္ခာ နှင့် အာဏာ - လူထုအတွက်စုဝေးပွဲ
2025-11-26 17:30 - 21:30 | SUB Community Kitchen – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Community Kitchen: စားနပ်ရိက္ခာ နှင့် အာဏာ – လူထုအတွက်စုဝေးပွဲ

Date & Time
Wed, November 26, 20255:30 PM – 9:30 PM PDT

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 (SFU Burnaby)

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How does our relationship to food change in the face of militarization? In this community kitchen, Burmese students Aung Chan Pyae and Phone Min Thant invite us to explore this question through the lens of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Myanmar.
As we prepare Burmese dishes together, our facilitators will share stories and insights on how militarization has disrupted food systems, livelihoods, and daily survival for Burmese communities. Together, we’ll reflect on what access to affordable and sustainable food looks like amid systemic displacement, scarcity, and resistance.
We’ll be making:

ကြက်ဥချက် (Egg Curry) – Served with rice
ဂေါ်ရခါးသီးဟင်းခါး (Chayote Soup)* – Served with rice
အုန်းနို့သာကူ (Coconut sago) – Dessert

* The Chayote Soup is a dish containing shellfish (shrimp powder). Please let us know of any dietary restrictions and/or food allergies in the registration form ahead of the event.

AGENDA

Introductions and Housekeeping
Cooking and Activities
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

Aung Chan Pyae (William) (he/him)Aung Chan Pyae (William) is a third-year Beedie student born and raised in Myanmar (Burma). Since coming to Canada in late-2022, William has been actively involved in the Canadian Food and Beverage Industry, having worked at various restaurants across Metro Vancouver. He has also been enthusiastically engaged with Beedie, having taken part in numerous case competitions, community initiatives, and projects. Outside of academic and professional career, William has a profound love for cooking, a hobby he has pursued since he was a child back home. As someone who has seen Myanmar’s conflicted political situation first-hand, William will be combining his love for cooking with his aspirations to introduce Burmese cuisine to the SFU student community.
Phone Min Thant (he/him/they)Phone is a third-year (Honours) student in the SFU School for International Studies who was also born and raised in Myanmar (Burma). He serves as the Food Justice Coordinator at Embark Sustainability Society, where he plays a leading role in organizing and administering community-oriented food justice-related events alongside the Food Justice Collective. His academic research interests and works include Southeast Asian politics and diplomacy, armed conflict studies, defence and demilitarization affairs. He also actively participates in the policy realm, having authored two policy briefs on various topics. His past experience includes being a research assistant for the Research Network for Women, Peace, and Security (RN-WPS). Currently, Phone is also serving as the Arts & Culture Editor at the Peak student newspaper and as a lead tutor (and site coordinator) for the Friends of Simon Tutoring Program.

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 Food justice Programs Coordinator at food@embarksustainability.org.

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SFSS Clubs Day (Surrey)
2026-01-07 11:00 - 14:00 | SFU Surrey Mezzanine, 250-13450 102 Ave, Surrey, British Columbia, V3T 0A3
SFSS Clubs Day (Surrey)

Date & Time
Wed, Jan 7, 202611:00AM – 2:00 PM PST

Location
Mezzanine (SFU Surrey)

Join us at SFSS Clubs Day! Stop by Embark’s table to learn what exciting events, programs, and opportunities to look out for this term. Plus, help yourself to some free Embark swag.

SFUReady (Burnaby)
2026-01-07 12:00 - 15:00 | SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
SFUReady (Burnaby)

Date & Time
Wed, Jan 7, 202612:00PM – 3:00 PM PST

Location
AQ North (SFU Burnaby)

Join us at SFUReady! Stop by Embark’s table to learn what exciting events, programs, and opportunities to look out for this term. Plus, help yourself to some free Embark swag.

SFUReady (Surrey)
2026-01-08 12:00 - 15:00 | SFU Surrey Mezzanine, 250-13450 102 Ave, Surrey, British Columbia, V3T 0A3
SFUReady (Surrey)

Date & Time
Wed, Jan 8, 202612:00PM – 3:00 PM PST

Location
Mezzanine (SFU Surrey)

Join us at SFUReady! Stop by Embark’s table to learn what exciting events, programs, and opportunities to look out for this term. Plus, help yourself to some free Embark swag.

Deadline to Apply: Garden Works & Stewardship Volunteer
2026-01-09 | British Columbia
GROW WITH US
Opportunities

Garden Works & Stewardship Volunteer

Type: Volunteer (honorarium available)Location: SFU – Burnaby CampusReports to: Gardens Manager
Sessions:

Shifts: ~1.5 hours weekly on Thursdays from 11:00AM to 12:30PM
Location: Learning Gardens located behind Maggie Benston Centre. Location may be subject to change, but all sessions will occur at SFU – Burnaby Campus.

Duration and Dates

Mandatory Detailed Training: Thu, Jan 15
First Work Session: Thu, Jan 22
Last Session: Thu, March 12

Application Deadline: 11:59PM PST on Friday, Jan 9, 2026.

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
The Garden Works & Stewardship Crew is responsible for supporting the build, movement, installation, and improvement of Embark’s garden infrastructure. While most gardening roles focus on planting and tending, this crew focuses on the physical work that makes growing possible – moving soil, relocating structures, organizing spaces, and supporting long-term site improvements. You will learn tool-use, teamwork, and hands-on sustainability practices while creating thriving student food spaces.

Responsiblities
In this role, you will be tasked with the following:

Complete onboarding training to ensure safe and confident participation in all activities.
Infrastructure Removal & Disposal: Removing, organizing, and properly disposing of planks of wood, plastic pallets, landscape fabric, metal rods, and lava rocks.
Soil Transfer & Bed Preparation: Transporting soil across sites and distributing it into garden beds at Embark’s Learning Gardens
Tree & Element Relocation:

Removing trees from boxes, triming roots, relocations and transplanting into new garden areas
Assisting with the relocation of other garden structures (e.g., Little Library, solar panel, raised garden beds).

Garden Organization: Cleaning and arranging garden sheds and storage boxes to maintain a safe and efficient workspace.
Water System Support: Assisting with the installation of self-watering systems at the SUB Learning Garden.
General Labour: Shovelling, wheelbarrowing, lifting, and site clean-up.

Please note: Additional labour tasks may be assigned as needed to support site needs and project progress.

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications:

Availability at SFU Burnaby on Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
Currently an SFU undergraduate student, graduate student, or Embark associate member.
Willingness to perform physical labour tasks.
A desire to work with an engaged team of people, and to be comfortable working outdoors in all conditions.
Interest in sustainability, food systems, and community spaces.
All materials are provided; just bring your energy, garden gloves, a water bottle, and weather-appropriate clothing.

Perks Upon Program Completion
After successful completion of the program, volunteers will receive:

$200 Honorarium (Issued at the end of the program after verifying attendance, onboarding completion, and active participation)
Co-Curricular Credit (CCR): A valuable credential for job and grad school applications.
Reference Letter: From the Gardens Manager or Director of Engagement (upon request).
Knowledge and Skills: Experience developing practical garden infrastructure/worksite skills
Strength, connection, and real satisfaction in seeing your impact on campus spaces

Honorarium Details
After the final session, an honorarium of $200 will be awarded to each volunteer that meets all of the following requirements:

Attendance of at least 8 of 9 weekly sessions
Completion of onboarding and training
Active participation and communication regarding absences
Tasks completed safely and respectfully

Accessibility
Sustained, physical labour is central to this role; however, we are happy to accommodate where possible. If you have access needs or questions about job tasks, please email us at gardens@embarksustainability.org before applying.

To Apply
Please review this posting in full. You will need to provide your contact information and complete the application form below by the registration deadline on Friday, January 9 at 11:59PM.
Please note that only successful candidates will be invited to join the Garden Works & Stewardship crew on . If you have any questions, please contact Embark’s Gardens Manager at: gardens@embarksustainability.org.

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Climate Workshop: The Politics of Mutual Aid
2026-01-13 18:30 - 20:00 | The Embark Studio, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Climate Workshop: The Politics of Mutual Aid

Date & Time
Tue, Jan 13, 20266:30PM – 8:00PM

Location
Embark Studio (SUB 1310)

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About the event
In the face of a climate crisis, what forms of care keep us alive and connected? Join us with Ren from Distro Disco in this workshop where we will explore mutual aid as a practice of care, resistance, and collective survival—both within and beyond monetary exchange. Through discussion and hands-on collaboration, participants will examine how mutual aid networks sustain marginalized communities in the face of systemic inequities and the climate crisis.
Together, we’ll:

Learn the foundations of mutual aid: what it is, what it isn’t, and how it differs from charity or institutional aid.
Explore the connections between mutual aid and climate equity, considering how community-based redistribution and solidarity work build resilience amid environmental and social crises.
Put together “distro” (distribution) packages for community care.

Let’s connect, imagine, and practice the kinds of care that can carry us and our communities through crisis and change!

AGENDA

Welcome & Grounding
Presentation: What is Mutual Aid?
Group Activity: Distro Bag Assembly
Reflection & Discussion
Closing & Clean-Up

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
Ren (they/themRen is a Chinese diasporic queer and trans settler living on the unceded land of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) nations. Ren is currently completing an internship to become a music therapist and is near completion of their Bachelor of Music Therapy at Capilano University. They have been with Distro Disco (DD)—a mobile free store of supplies run by volunteers—for two years, mainly operating in fundraising, supply sourcing, and social media for DD. For Ren, Distro Disco was their entry point into grassroots organizing, and the concept of community care continues to shape their life musically, artistically, and through their activism and therapy work. In their spare time, they enjoy singing in choirs, painting, cracking jokes, and petting animals of all sorts.

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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 Climate Equity Programs Coordinator at climate@embarksustainability.org.

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SFSS Clubs Day (Burnaby)
2026-01-14 11:00 - 14:00 | Blusson Hall – SFU Burnaby, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
SFSS Clubs Day (Burnaby)

Date & Time
Wed, Jan 14, 202611:00AM – 2:00 PM PST

Location
Throughout AQ, Saywell Hall, & Blusson Hall

Join us at SFSS Clubs Day! Stop by Embark’s table to learn what exciting events, programs, and opportunities to look out for this term. Plus, help yourself to some free Embark swag.

Deadline to Apply: Food Rescue Distributor (Spring)
2026-01-15 | British Columbia
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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

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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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SFSS Clubs Day (Burnaby)
2026-01-15 11:00 - 14:00 | Blusson Hall – SFU Burnaby, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
SFSS Clubs Day (Burnaby)

Date & Time
Wed, Jan 15, 202611:00AM – 2:00 PM PST

Location
Throughout AQ, Saywell Hall, & Blusson Hall

Join us at SFSS Clubs Day! Stop by Embark’s table to learn what exciting events, programs, and opportunities to look out for this term. Plus, help yourself to some free Embark swag.

Food Rescue
2026-01-22 13:30 - 14:45 | British Columbia
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.

Community Kitchen: Rooted in Soil, United in Struggle
2026-01-28 17:30 - 21:30 | SUB Community Kitchen – SFU Burnaby, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
Community Kitchen: Rooted in Soil, United in Struggle

Date & Time
Wed, Jan 28, 20265:30 PM – 9:30 PM PST

Location
SUB Community Kitchen, room #2125 (SFU Burnaby)

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ABOUT THE EVENT

What does it mean to be Rooted in Soil and United in Struggle? Join us with Salma and Samia for a community kitchen that defines and bridges the shared agrarian struggles between Indonesia and Rwanda.
Indonesia and Rwanda both have predominantly agrarian economies, yet food insecurity, displacement, and the exploitation of farmers amoung several other forms of oppression are rampant within these nations. As they share their favourite Indonesian and Rwandan recipes, Salma and Samia will guide us in a discussion about this joint struggle to emphasize the importance of building international solidarity towards food justice.
Let’s cook, eat, and reflect together on how land, food, and collective resistance connect our struggles across borders.
We’ll be making:

Nasi Uduk & Ayam Goreng (coconut milk rice with fried chicken)
Isombe (cassava stew with rice)
Mizuzu (fried plantains)
Es Cincau (iced grass jelly drink)

All dishes are Halal. Please let us know of any dietary restrictions and/or food allergies in the registration form ahead of the event.

AGENDA

Introductions and Housekeeping
Cooking and Activities
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.

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 Food justice Programs Coordinator at food@embarksustainability.org.

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