On Tuesday, December 1, the University community will once again join together to support the uOttawa Food Access Fund. It contributes to free meal and produce initiatives such as the University of Ottawa Students’ Union Fed Up campaign, nutrition and wellness services, Indigenous food programming and other community-based resources. Donations also support the UOSU Food Bank, helping keep shelves stocked, extend service hours and make fresh, nutritious options available.
Giving Tuesday is a chance to pause and think about what it means to look out for one another.
Behind every visit to the food support hub is a classmate balancing studies, bills and everyday worries.
“I’ve seen first-hand the difference it makes when students know they can count on their community for support. A meal can offer more than nourishment — it can bring comfort, connection and a sense of belonging,” says Elnaz Enayatpour, UOSU president.
On December 1 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., the campaign will also be hosting a food drive for those who would like to contribute:
• nutritious staples such as rice, pasta and lentils
• shelf-stable essentials, including tomato sauce and canned meat or fish
• everyday hygiene items such as toothpaste, soap and personal care products
Drop off non-perishable food at the Jock Turcot University Centre (UCU), Room 07. Please ensure all food donations are both unopened and within their best-before dates.
You can also share the Giving Tuesday campaign with family and friends on your social media channels. Help us meet our goal of making sure everyone can access the nutrition they need.
Thank you for being part of a caring community that stands together, supports one another and makes a meaningful difference in each other’s lives.