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New Food Security Program: Give a Meal

Access to quality, nutritious food is fundamental to human existence.

That’s why Ancillary Services and Food Services are happy to announce that our new “Give a Meal” program has launched Sept 28, 2022! 

Students: How to access Give a Meal

The “Give a Meal” program will aim to provide meals to students in need on a temporary basis through VIU's cafeterias, as well as resources and support for those struggling with food security. We are here to help! To access the program, students can email giveameal@viu.ca or seek help through the program's distribution partners: 

Employees: How to help

We ask all VIU employees to provide a safe space to anyone struggling with food security, and to refer students in need to the “Give a Meal” program at giveameal@viu.ca or the distribution partners listed above.