Thomson Food Collective

A progressive partnership between school and community. 
Feeding bodies, fueling minds, 
inspiring change.

More Than A Meal

Together, we can nourish a community.

In the summer of 2024, neighbours and teachers in Regina’s Heritage community came together with a dream: to uplift and empower their community by ensuring every child at Thomson Community School could start the day with a warm, nourishing meal and a true sense of belonging. From that dream, the Thomson Food Collective was born.
In the 2024-2025 school year, we fed an average of 60 students per day!

Join The Movement!

Starting each day with good food and greater possibilities.

Every school morning, volunteers prepare and serve hot, vegan and halal breakfasts at Thomson School. From Riel 'Cakes, to Kokum's Bannock, to Malala Scrambles, these meals fill young bellies and spark curiosity for not just new foods and flavours, but for social justice.

When donations allow, students also bring home meal kits filled with fresh fruits, vegetables, breads, and hearty homemade soups and stews. These kits ease the stress of food insecurity for families, putting dignity and nourishment at the center of community care.

For many students, this breakfast is more than a meal—it’s a foundation for wellbeing, learning, equity, and growth.

Fostering Sustainable Food Partnerships

Food insecurity is a serious and growing issue in Saskatchewan impacting children most of all. As of 2023, approximately 35.3% of children in Saskatchewan live in food-insecure households, which is notably higher than the national average of 32.9% . This statistic reflects a significant concern, as food insecurity is linked to various adverse outcomes, including poor health, developmental delays, and challenges in academic performance. [Regina Food Bank].

That’s why the Thomson Food Collective is seeking regular donations to sustain and expand the breakfast program and meal kits for the 2025–2026 school year.

We are always accepting:

Fresh fruits and vegetables
Lentils, beans, vegan stocks and broths
Tofu, soy products, and oat milk
Flour, oils, and spices

Together at the Table

Join Our Collective

Serve a Meal. Spark a Future.

Volunteer

We’re always looking for caring hands to help with food prep and breakfast service. To volunteer with the Thomson Food Collective, all you need is a valid Criminal Record Check with Regina Public Schools—and a big, positive heart!

Donate

The Thomson Food Collective is powered entirely by community generosity. Whether through food or financial contributions, your support keeps our students nourished and thriving—reach out today to learn how you can help!

Partner

Is your business looking for a meaningful way to give back? Join us in supporting Thomson School students by sponsoring school supplies, community BBQs, spirit days, gym or playground equipment, or land- and language-based learning initiatives.

Inspired by the Black Panther Party’s fight for equity and children’s rights, the Thomson Food Collective ensures every student begins the day nourished and empowered. By providing inclusive, plant-based breakfasts with a side of social justice, we foster belonging, health, and opportunity—because we believe that all children grow, learn, and thrive in a community rooted in care and justice.

Keilyn Howie, M.Ed, Cofounder

Community-Powered

Your generosity makes this possible. By donating food, funds, or your time, you are not just filling a plate—you are building equity, nurturing young learners, and creating a stronger, healthier school and community.

Join us. Donate today. Volunteer tomorrow. Together, we can make sure no child starts their school day hungry.