03Mission Cultural diversity and inclusion
This neighbourhood holds families from everywhere. They pass each other at the corner shop, at the school, at the bus stop — and almost never speak. Our events exist to make those occasions: a table, a dish, an evening, and people who leave knowing each other a little.
3.1
Several times a year we hold evenings and days where every culture present has its place: food, music, stories, craft. These are not performances to watch: they are gatherings to take part in.
They are open to everyone without exception, and entry is usually free; a membership fee may apply.
3.2
A meal is still the simplest way to bring together people who do not know each other. You eat, you help yourself, you pass the dishes, you talk.
Our community meals are prepared by our volunteers or by a caterer. Come alone, as a couple or as a family.
3.3
Inclusion is not declared in a closed room. We take part in what happens in the neighbourhood, and we open our doors to neighbours, schools, organisations and elected officials who want to know us.
3.4
We work with other organisations in the neighbourhood rather than each on our own. A joint event reaches more people, costs less, and builds lasting ties between the teams.
No. Our events are public and the neighbourhood is explicitly invited.
Our meals are prepared by our volunteers or by a caterer, and our cooks hold MAPAQ food-handling certification. We follow the hygiene and food-safety rules that apply to preparing, handling, storing and distributing food: preventing contamination, holding food at safe temperatures, keeping equipment and surfaces clean, and distributing safely to the people we serve.
Yes. Our multipurpose hall can be booked. See the Hall rental page for availability and how to go about it.
