About us
Harmony Community Food Centre (CFC), a program of South Riverdale Community Health Centre, in partnership with Community Food Centres Canada, is a welcoming place where people to come together to grow, cook, share and advocate for good food. We believe that an equitable and just community is one where everyone can access nutritious, affordable, safe, culturally relevant, and delicious food. Harmony Community Food Centre offers programs in three core areas: Healthy food access, healthy food skills, education and engagement.
Harmony CFC programs support local families and individuals by increasing access to healthy food, skill-building, knowledge sharing, and providing leadership and advocacy opportunities for those of all ages.
Where to find us
Harmony CFC is located at 2 Gower St in East York, Toronto. Our programs serve the diverse communities in our surrounding area.
The national movement
Harmony CFC is a proud partner site of Community Food Centres Canada, a national non-profit that builds health, belonging, and social justice in communities through the power of food. Harmony CFC is part of a national movement calling for a more equitable and sustainable food system.
HARMONY COMMUNITY FOOD CENTRE PROGRAMS
*Please note that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some programs are on pause or modified. Please contact us for program updates.
Harmony Good Food Market
- Tuesdays starting June 7 and ending October 25 (for more information click here)
- Time: 3-5pm
- Location: 2 Gower Street
Drop-In Programs
- Weekly drop-in community meal – Every Wednesday from 3:30-5pm
Group Programs
Kids Can Cook Summer Program
- Every Thursday 1:30pm-3:00pm
- Register for July OR August program
- A 4-week food focused program for children ages 6-12 and their parent/caregiver.
- In-person, indoor program with safety measures in effect.
- Priority for local families who have not participated in the program before.
- To register, contact kko@srchc.com or call 416-752-0101 ext 4226
- For more information click here for July or here for August
Harmony CFC – Summer Workshop Series (for info about the Summer Workshop Series contact mcoiffe@srchc.com)
- Thursday, June 2 | 1:30-3:00pm- Soil Health and Container Gardening – Learn the basics of soil fertility and how to grow food in containers.
- Thursday, June 30 | 2:00-4:00pm- Tart and Tasty Rhubarb – Learn how to process and make a tasty treat with one of summer’s first crops.
- Friday, July 22 | 2:00-4:00pm – Health Enhancing Herbs – Make a small herb container and bright summer pesto to take home.
- Friday, Aug 12 | 2:00-4:00pm – Homemade Personal Care Products – Learn how to make your own healthy, budget friendly, personal care products.
- Thursday, Sept 1 | 2:00-4:00pm- Preserving Tomatoes – Learn tasty ways to preserve tomatoes for enjoying later.
- Thursday, Sept 22 | 2:00-4:00pm — Seed Saving Party – Improve, and share, your knowledge about seed savings and take home seeds for your garden .
Garden Programs
- Harmony Garden Club – contact Melissa at mcoiffe@srchc.com for more info
Donate to our program
If you would like to support our programs with a donation, you can do so online or by cheque: Donate now
Get in touch
Twitter: @harmony_cfc
Facebook: Harmony Community Food Centre
Instagram: @harmonycfc
For information on Harmony CFC’s programs, contact harmonycfc@srchc.com or 416-752-0101 ext 4226
Learn more about Community Food Centres at: Community Food Centres Canada
