Doing good in the neighbourhood has been our mission since day one and it's only possible because of you! Neighbours who know the importance of local food, giving a helping hand and caring for our environment.
Neighbourhood Good
Business For Good
Every decision we make in our restaurant is driven by the goal of being more human, making a positive impact in our neighbourhood and using our business as a force for good. Being a certified B Corp means that not only are we part of a global community of businesses doing the same but we're held accountable, publicly and transparently.
Community Donations
Together we've raised over half a million dollars with fundraisers or in-kind sponsorships to support local community initiatives. From sustainable food programs to reconciliation to environmental protection, you've helped our neighbours do some incredible good! This includes $250K specifically for local waterways like the Grand and Speed Rivers.
Everything Down To The Napkins
We're completely carbon neutral! And so are all of our sister restaurants - Miijidaa Cafe + Bistro, The Wooly Pub and Park Eatery. Testing the ink on our napkins to ensure they're compostable may seem like overkill to some people, but we know that small actions can make a big impact. Another step we take to reduce our carbon footprint is partnering with Anwaatin to purchase carbon offsets and further indigenous stewardship.
Circular Food Menu
With Provision Coalition and local partners, the world's first entirely upcycled food menu was made right here in southern Ontario! Using only food byproducts that would normally go to waste our chefs we're able to create delicious and entirely sustainable dishes.
Neighbours Helping Neighbours
When neighbours come together, there's not much we can't do! Supporting local organizations that make an impact in our community is only possible because of you and guess what, you’ve made a pretty big impact so far! Here’s just a bit of the good you’ve done for the neighbourhood:
- Provided $10K in funding to Anishnabeg Outreach through our friends at Kieswetter Mazda
- Raised over $500,000 for local non-profits like Kidsability, Food4Kids, Women In Crisis and many more
- Fed more than 5,000 Superheroes at Kidsability’s annual fundraising run
- Kept our local riverways like the Grand and Speed Rivers safe by raising over $250,000
Local Food Matters
Not just because it tastes WAY better but because it has more nutrients, supports our local growers + producers and has far less of an environmental impact.
"Eating locally isn’t just a fad – it may be one of the most important ways we save ourselves and the planet!”- Dr. David Suzuki
Building relationships with local farmers who care about sustainability and the future of food for our neighbourhood makes us really proud of what we get to serve you every day. Like our friends Bryan + Cathy from YU Ranch that supply meat for our burgers and who've been championing sustainable farming for decades!
People First
At the heart of our restaurant are the neighbours we get to work with every day.
Culture
Our team is at the core of everything we do and cultivating a supportive and inclusive space for them to come into every day will always be our priority; that means everything from staff trips, to policies, to training and a commitment to always learning.
Health + Wellness
You can't have a healthy team without providing access to healthcare. We offer all of our full time employees health benefits, no matter their position, and wellness programs in the workplace.
Employee Relief Fund
What started as our Education Fund transformed into the Employee Relief Fund during COVID when over $50K was raised for our staff. Now it's comprised of grants and no interest loans for any of our team members to access when they need it most.