Local community hamper programs address food security and food waste August 21, 2020August 21, 2020 Michael John Lo A mutual aid initiative and the UVSS have stepped up to deliver 1000+ food hampers Photo by Mike Graeme. As the world settles into its pandemic rhythms of life, new methods of...
Good Food Summit talks food literacy around Vancouver Island December 14, 2018 Mike Graeme Food growers, educators, organizers, entrepreneurs, and just general food lovers gathered at UVic on Nov. 22 and 23 for the 2018 Good Food Summit. The sold-out event, hosted by the Capital...
Food Bank referendum seeks to increase funds, resources February 24, 2018March 1, 2018 Emily Fagan From Feb. 28 to March 2, students will be asked by the UVSS to vote on a referendum to increase student contributions to the Food Bank Fund. If passed, fees...
Food security for starving students October 6, 2017October 6, 2017 Josh Kozelj How the community fills the bellies of growing minds The aroma of juicy, oregano-scented chicken wafted throughout the hallways of the church as starving cash-strapped students filled the tables in the...
UVSS Food Bank forced to tighten belts, welcomes donations December 9, 2015December 9, 2015 Sarah Lazin [pullquote]“We’re here, we’re open to donations, [and] we really need them.” - Courtney Striker[/pullquote] Whether it’s turkey, tofurkey, or spiked eggnog, sharing a meal with friends and family is at the...
Election 2015: the issues at stake February 26, 2015March 2, 2015 Hugo Wong and Klara Woldenga If you’ve been avoiding student politics for this last year (and we don’t blame you) but still want to vote, look no further than this handy compendium.
UVSS Food Bank & Free Store relocates in SUB October 15, 2014 Michel Ghanem On Sept. 30, the UVSS Food Bank & Free Store quietly reopened its doors, and is now operating in the Student Union Building basement, room B007.
Food bank shortage raises questions about funding October 3, 2013October 10, 2013 Adam Hayman Sept. 17 marked the first day the UVSS Food Bank ran out of food this semester. Despite an order of food that came in on Monday, Sept. 16, the shelves...
