reFRESH Cowichan is…

reFRESH Cowichan is a committed group of individuals focused on the proper distribution of quality food in the Cowichan Region on Vancouver Island, Canada.

We have initiated a Food Recovery Program to help us achieve our vision; to increase community access to delicious, healthy foods.

Through established formal agreements we collect thousands of pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables from local grocery stores every week. The program distributes donated produce to regional partners such as food banks, daycares, soup kitchens, shelters, and schools.

A small portion of the donated produce is made available for purchase to the entire community in the reFRESH Cowichan Marketplace at a significantly reduced cost alongside value-added items .

In just one year reFRESH Cowichan has recovered and distributed over 100,000 lbs. (45 tonnes) of fresh produce in the Cowichan Region.