The Big Social
Event Ended- Where
- Virtual - View Map
- When
- Website
- https://cfcc.bigsocial.ca/
The Big Social is a fundraiser where Canadians share food to change lives. This October, cook and create to help fight poverty and food insecurity.
Launched in November 2019, The Big Social has brought thousands of Canadians together to share food and change lives.
The Big Social supports Community Food Centres Canada and their work with 300+ partners in communities across the country. They bring people together around food—in kitchens, dining rooms, and gardens — while fighting for a more equitable society.
Funds raised from The Big Social will:
● Provide good food to those disproportionately affected by COVID-19;
● Run virtual nutrition + cooking programs for kids and adults;
● Support community members to take civic action, safely and effectively.
Two ways to take part in The Big Social
Cook
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Create
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| Make something delicious and drop it off to friends or family for a donation. | Share a favourite recipe. Make or bake it together with your pod. |
Key dates
- Oct. 1 – The Big Social starts
- Oct. 31 – The Big Social wraps
- Nov. 15 – Last day for fundraising
The problem: food insecurity in Canada
Before COVID-19, 1 in 8 Canadians was food insecure. Now that number is 1 in 7.
When people can’t afford good food, the problems stack up. Poor nutrition, isolation, and declining physical and mental health take a huge toll on people’s lives.
Donations help communities across Canada access good food with dignity and funds programs that promote food skills, connection and advocacy.