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Food, Music and Community

Growing food and growing community are intertwined activities important to a healthy and resilient neighborhood. Our work is to ensure that all our residents have access to healthy, affordable, culturally appropriate, and nutritious food. We are growing the community – one connection at a time.

Maria V.
Manager of Family Resources and Community Programs
Phone: 604.879.7104 ext. 316
Email: Maria

Joanne
Community Engagement Coordinator
Email: Joanne

Community Outreach and Engagement

Community Dinner Nights

A delicious, nutritious, and lowcost 3-course meal for families and singles. This is a great way to eat healthy and meet new people in the neighbourhood.

When: TBA
Cost: adult members $5, seniors $4.50, $4 per child
non-members $6

Contact: reception 604.879.7104

Music and More on Main

An open stage of friendly, encouraging folks sharing songs, poems and stories. Whether you are a proficient player or a novice you are welcome.

Tim
Music and More on Main Facilitator
Email: Tim
Who: Anyone who enjoys singing songs or listening to others sing songs.
When: Online/In-person (in-person is the 2nd and 4thThursday of the month)
Time: 7:00 - 9:30 PM
Where: online (Zoom) and in-person at 3981 Main Street
Contact: Tim
Cost: By donation



Glimpse of from our Music and More Program. Enjoy!

LMNHS Food Hub

Maria V.
Community and Family Programs Manager
Phone: 604.879.7104 ext. 316
Email: Maria

Joanne
Community Engagement Coordinator
Email: Joanne

Maria P.
Food Distribution Coordinator
Phone: 236.862.8280
Email Maria P.

Breagha
Yard Garden Coordinator
Email: Breagha

Riley Park Community Garden

(30th/Ontario)

Riley Park Community Garden (RPCG) has a communal model of community gardening –which means we share the work and share the harvest.

Harvests are shared among volunteers throughout the growing season, and excess produce is donated to LMNHS Food Hub Program.

The garden is also an inclusive gathering place for the larger community, reflecting our core visions to improve food security, ecological sustainability and community development. We host various events during the growing season.

There are no wait list to join this community garden, just a willingness to show up and join in the fun of growing your own food.

Download our Impact Report HERE

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Riley Park Farmers Market Donation Station

We run a monthly donation station at the Riley Park Farmers Market where community members and farmers are able to donate money and produce for our Food Distribution Program.

Where: Riley Park 50 East 30th Avenue
When: First Saturday of each month

Contact: Joanne for more information

Food Distribution Program

The LMNHS Food Distribution Program was created due to increased food insecurity in our community during COVID-19. Starting out as a hamper program, it has evolved into a market style program where food is displayed on tables allowing participants to choose their food items. Operating on a weekly basis, we aim to provide healthy, culturally appropriate fresh produce and non-perishable food items at no cost.

Our program is currently only able to serve individuals who live within the geographic boundary from Cambie to Knight Street and 16th to 49th Avenue.

Contact: Maria P.

See our 2022 Impact Report HERE.

Community Fridge and Pantry

In December 2021, we developed a new partnership with the Vancouver Community Fridge Project. Our new community fridge and pantry provide a low-barrier space for community members to take what they need and leave what they can. They are both located outside of Little Mountain Neighbourhood House and are accessible 24/7.

Contact: Lynette

Yard Garden Harvest Program

We grow food selected by our Food Distribution Program Participants in our neighbours’ back and front yards. The produce is then distributed at our Food Distribution Program. This program is an opportunity to volunteer and connect with people of all ages, learn how to create a "foodscape" and give back to your community. We have started to expand into gleaning in the neighbourhood by harvesting our neighbours’ excess fruit and vegetables.

To offer your yard for production, or if you have fruit or food that could be harvested, or to come volunteer with us. Please contact Breagha.


Download our Summary Report from 2022 HERE.