Nourish & Develop

Nourish & Develop The Nourish and Develop Foundation is a charitable non-profit organization, located in Cannington, Ontario. Established in 2000.

We are an organization where people can receive more than just access to food and services. Over the past few years, TNDF has grown in more ways than one. We have added to our dedicated team of staff, recruited and trained new volunteers, increased and improved community programs, and researched and implicated new strategies to strengthen our community. Today, we support families and individuals t

hrough our Food Pantry and service hundreds more through our community programming. Providing access to good food is just the beginning of our work. We believe that improving lives and building stronger communities is the result of working together with a sense of purpose. Our programs are developed to improve self-reliance and include projects that strengthen the community.

This week at TNDF! 🌱
05/30/2026

This week at TNDF! 🌱

Looking to grow, connect, and give back? 🌱Our volunteer opportunities are about more than helping—they’re about learning...
05/29/2026

Looking to grow, connect, and give back? 🌱

Our volunteer opportunities are about more than helping—they’re about learning, listening, and showing up for one another. 🤝

We are currently looking for help in the Kitchen, at Community Lunch, in the Food Bank, at Mobile Food Market, and at Maple Tree Community Garden.

Head to www.tndf.ca/get-involved to apply!

There’s a new way to give ✨ We’re so excited to share that our "Nourish Our Community" Amazon Wish List is now live. Thi...
05/29/2026

There’s a new way to give ✨

We’re so excited to share that our "Nourish Our Community" Amazon Wish List is now live. This is a simple, meaningful way to support our programs and the people we serve every day.

From food staples to kitchen supplies and essential program items, every purchase helps nourish our community and strengthen the supports so many rely on.

To order, simply open the link, choose an item, and check out—it will be shipped directly to us at TNDF.

You can include your name or a message at checkout, or give anonymously. Either way, your gift matters!

🔗 Find the link at www.tndf.ca/donate or copy this into your browser:
www.amazon.ca/hz/wishlist/ls/79O1ZG3OHL5A/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_4

Thank you for showing up with care, compassion, and community spirit 💛

💛 Thank You, Karley 💛 After 4.5 incredible years, we’re sharing our heartfelt thanks to Karley for her care, leadership,...
05/28/2026

💛 Thank You, Karley 💛

After 4.5 incredible years, we’re sharing our heartfelt thanks to Karley for her care, leadership, and lasting impact at The Nourish and Develop Foundation.

Throughout her time and various roles at TNDF, Karley brought our values to life in everything she did. She showed up with curiosity, compassion, and a deep commitment to community, and her impact can be felt across our programs, our team, and the many community members she’s supported over the years.

While we’ll miss having her here day‑to‑day, we’re truly excited for Karley as she steps into a new opportunity and continues the meaningful work she’s so good at. We’re incredibly proud of all she’s accomplished with us and grateful that we may still see her around from time to time offering occasional support.

Please join us in wishing Karley all the very best on this next chapter. We can’t wait to see what she does next! 🌱💐

Ready to turn responsibility into opportunity? 🌟Youth ages 11–16 are invited to join our Babysitting Course, designed to...
05/28/2026

Ready to turn responsibility into opportunity? 🌟

Youth ages 11–16 are invited to join our Babysitting Course, designed to build real-life skills and confidence by Compressions4You.

✔ First aid & emergency response
✔ Caring for children of all ages
✔ Marketing yourself as a babysitter

📅 Friday, June 26 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Spots are limited—secure yours today: www.tndf.ca/lifeskills

🛡️ Senior Safety & Connection Information Session TOMORROW, May 28!Older adults, caregivers, and community members are i...
05/27/2026

🛡️ Senior Safety & Connection Information Session TOMORROW, May 28!

Older adults, caregivers, and community members are invited to join us for a welcoming and informative session focused on safety, awareness, and staying connected.

Hosted by Family Services Durham’s Older Adult Safety Advisor alongside Durham Regional Police, this session will explore:
• Recognizing and preventing fraud, scams, and abuse
• Addressing neglect and social concerns
• Staying safe at home and within the community

☕ Coffee, tea, and light snacks will be provided

🕧 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 The Nourish and Develop Foundation | 16 York Street, Cannington

This session is open to older adults and anyone who supports or works with them. Drop‑ins are welcome, and registration is appreciated.

For more information: 705‑432‑2444 | [email protected]
For additional support through the Older Adult Safety Advisor program: 905‑666‑6239 ext. 2460

Food access looks different in every community—and that’s why we’re mobile. The Mobile Food Market travels throughout an...
05/27/2026

Food access looks different in every community—and that’s why we’re mobile. The Mobile Food Market travels throughout and around Brock Township to help bridge gaps created by food deserts.

Today, Wednesday, May 27, we'll be at Wayside Apartments from 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Same welcoming space. Different parking lot.

Upcoming Schedule:
📅 Thursday, May 28
📍 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM — Allan’s Place (100 McKay St, Cannington)
📍 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM — Reach Gardens (57 Enzo Cres, Uxbridge)

📅 Tuesday, June 2
📍 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM — Nourish & Develop (16 York St, Cannington)

📅 Wednesday, June 3
📍 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Maple Glen (36 Church St, Sunderland)
📍 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM — Woodville Legion (126 Queen St, Woodville)

📅 Thursday, June 4
📍 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Gillespie Gardens (75 9 Mile Rd, Beaverton)
📍 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM — Women’s Institute (Regional Rd 51, Gamebridge)

Beth is out here giving new meaning to "Made to Share", she harvested all of the Wild Leeks for today's Wild Leek and Po...
05/27/2026

Beth is out here giving new meaning to "Made to Share", she harvested all of the Wild Leeks for today's Wild Leek and Potato Soup herself!

Wild leeks, also known as ramps, are a springtime plant with a mild garlic‑onion flavour that grows naturally in Ontario forests. The wild leeks in today's soup are from around Beth's property in the Kawarthas 🌱

COMMUNITY LUNCH MENU ⬇️
Beth's Wild Leek and Potato Soup
Mac and Cheese
Raw Lemon Slice (a no‑bake dessert made with lemon, coconut, and a lightly sweet base)

Wednesday, May 27 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM | 16 York Street, Cannington
Community Lunch is by donation, buffet‑style, and built around shared tables and conversation.

Have a recipe you’d love to pass along?

Submit it at www.tndf.ca/community-kitchen and be part of what we’re making together.

Food carries stories—and this week, we’re sharing one from our own team.Our ✨Made to Share✨ feature for Community Lunch ...
05/27/2026

Food carries stories—and this week, we’re sharing one from our own team.

Our ✨Made to Share✨ feature for Community Lunch this week is Beth’s Wild Leek & Potato Soup (with wild leeks harvested from around her own home in the Kawarthas)!

📅 Wednesday, May 27, 2026
🕦 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 16 York Street, Cannington

"My sister-in-law, Zoe, is an incredible cook who keeps the most treasured recipe cards—some of which I’ve been lucky enough to receive over the years. We both love harvesting wild leeks in early spring, and this soup is her take on a classic potato leek recipe, made with foraged wild leeks..."

Wild leeks are a springtime plant native to this region, known for their gentle garlic flavour and deep connection to seasonal cooking.

The full lunch menu includes:
🥣 Beth's Wild Leek & Potato Soup
🧀 Mac and Cheese
🍋 Raw Lemon Slice (a no‑bake dessert made with lemon juice, natural sweetness, and a soft, sliceable base)

Find the full recipe and story at www.tndf.ca/community-kitchen and submit your own to help shape future Community Meals!

✨

Good Food, No Catch 🚐Our Mobile Food Market is intentionally open to everyone. Here's why:🥦 Everyone deserves access to ...
05/26/2026

Good Food, No Catch 🚐

Our Mobile Food Market is intentionally open to everyone. Here's why:

🥦 Everyone deserves access to good, affordable food (our prices fall between wholesale and retail because most of our produce is bought directly from local farms)
🫶 The more people who shop with us, the more we can reinvest in food access programs across our community

So the next time you're grocery shopping, consider visiting our Mobile Food Market to shop for fresh, local, affordable food.

This Week’s Stops:
📅 Tuesday, May 26
📍 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM — Nourish & Develop (16 York St, Cannington)

📅 Wednesday, May 27
📍 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM — Wayside Apartments (342 Main St, Beaverton)

📅 Thursday, May 28
📍 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM — Allan’s Place (100 McKay St, Cannington)
📍 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM — Reach Gardens (57 Enzo Cres, Uxbridge)

Find out more at www.tndf.ca/mobilefoodmarket

💐 A heartfelt thank you to Mike Gibbs Floral Design for partnering with us for their annual Mother’s Day Bouquet Bar in ...
05/26/2026

💐 A heartfelt thank you to Mike Gibbs Floral Design for partnering with us for their annual Mother’s Day Bouquet Bar in such a meaningful way.

This year’s event was not only a beautiful celebration for the important women in our lives but also a testament to community. We are deeply grateful to have received 10% of their bouquet sales, which were generously rounded up to a donation of $400 to Nourish House Food Bank.

Thank you to everyone who attended 🌷 It meant so much to connect with community members, share more about our programs, and see people supporting both local businesses and local families at the same time. We’re already looking forward to growing this event next year!

Partnerships like this remind us how powerful simple acts of community giving can be. Local businesses are the heart of small communities like ours, and initiatives like round-up campaigns, fundraiser partnerships, product donations, or community events truly make an impact. We are stronger when we work together and support each other!

Thanks again to Mike Gibbs Floral Design for the continued support 🌼 If you’re a local business interested in giving back close to home, we’d love to connect and explore partnership opportunities together 💛

👉 Learn more or donate at www.tndf.ca/donate

Address

16 York Street
Cannington, ON
L0E1E0

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+17054322444

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