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Vegans and Vegetarians of Alberta Association

The Vegans and Vegetarians of Alberta Association promotes plant-based living through education, community support, and advocacy, aiming to inspire healthier lifestyles and a more compassionate world.

Veggie Chefs is a hands-on kids&#39; cooking event where your child (and maybe you too) will learn to create simple, flavourful plant-based dishes that fit real life 🌱. This month we are making Quesadillas! Guided by our community values of healthy, ethical and sustainable living, we&rsquo;ll chop, stir and taste our way through recipes you can bring home to your own kitchen. Whether you&rsquo;re vegan, vegetarian, or just curious, you&rsquo;ll cook, share tips, and enjoy good food together 🥕. *******IMPORTANT*********All parents will be required to complete a waiver prior to their first session with us. Waivers will be available for signing at the beginning of class. Failure to complete the forms may result in your child not being able to participate and no refund being issued.&nbsp; Parents/guardians are welcome, but are not required, to remain on-site during sessions unless the participant is under 12 years of age.&nbsp; If you would like to join us for the meal, feel free to purchase an adult volunteer ticket so you can sample the food your kids have prepared. You might also like to bring some containers, in case there are any leftovers.

October Veggie Chefs - Quesadillas

Veggie Chefs is a hands-on Kid&#39;s cooking event where your child (and maybe you too) will learn to create simple, flavourful plant-based dishes that fit real life 🌱. Guided by our community values of healthy, ethical and sustainable living, we&rsquo;ll chop, stir and taste our way through recipes you can bring home to your own kitchen. Whether you&rsquo;re vegan, vegetarian, or just curious, you&rsquo;ll cook, share tips, and enjoy good food together 🥕. *******IMPORTANT*********All participants will be required to complete a registration form and waiver prior to their first session with us. Waivers will be sent via e-mail directly following your ticket purchase. Failure to complete the forms and return them to us may result in your child not being able to participate and no refund being issued.&nbsp; Parents/guardians are welcome, but are not required, to remain on-site during sessions unless the participant is under 12 years of age.

Veggie Chefs

VegFest Edmonton is one of Alberta&rsquo;s most vibrant, joyful, and inclusive celebrations of plant-based living, compassionate choices, great food, and community connection. Each year thousands of guests join us for a day filled with delicious vegan eats, local makers and artisans, live entertainment, educational opportunities, and a welcoming atmosphere that brings together people of all ages, backgrounds, and lifestyles. Whether someone is vegan, vegetarian, curious, or just hungry, VegFest Edmonton is designed to be accessible, exciting, and engaging for everyone. The festival highlights small businesses, showcases incredible creativity in the plant-based world, and offers vendors an amazing opportunity to connect face-to-face with an enthusiastic and supportive audience. Guests can expect:&bull; A bustling vendor marketplace&bull; Incredible vegan food and drink&bull; Family-friendly activities and a warm community atmosphere&bull; Music, entertainment, and engaging festival energy&bull; Opportunities to learn, explore, and celebrate kindness VegFest Edmonton has become a beloved annual tradition and an important platform supporting local entrepreneurs, creators, and organizations who share a passion for sustainability, compassion, innovation, and delicious food.&nbsp; Joining us as a vendor means becoming part of something meaningful, memorable, and truly special in our city. We can&rsquo;t wait to welcome you to VegFest Edmonton 2026! 🌱✨

VegFest Edmonton 2026

Join us for an evening of community, connection, and seriously good food.Our AGM is your chance to hear what we&rsquo;ve accomplished, where we&rsquo;re headed next, and how you can be part of shaping the future of VVOA. Whether you&rsquo;re a longtime member or brand new to the community, we would love to see you there. And because we&rsquo;re VVOA&hellip; we&rsquo;re making it delicious.Vegan Potluck + Friendly CompetitionBring your best dish and enter one of our contest categories:&bull; Main Course&bull; Appetizer&bull; DessertPrizes will be awarded in each category &mdash; plus we&rsquo;ll have some fun door prizes as well. This is more than a meeting. It&rsquo;s a celebration of compassionate living, creativity in the kitchen, and the power of coming together.Mark your calendar. Start planning your winning dish. Invite a friend.Let&rsquo;s make this our biggest and most joyful AGM yet.

AGM 2026

Join us for an unforgettable evening of creativity, compassion, and community at our annual Vegan Poetry Slam! This beautiful event brings together poets, activists, artists, and plant-powered community members for a night where words matter, voices are honored, and everyone is free to express themselves without judgment, ridicule, or restraint. Whether you come to perform or simply to soak in the atmosphere, this is a safe and supportive space to be heard, to feel, and to connect. &nbsp;What to Expect:&bull; A delicious vegan buffet provided by Padmanadi&rsquo;s&bull; A silent auction featuring items from local businesses&bull; Poetry, spoken word &amp; emotional storytelling throughout the night&bull; A room filled with kind, like-minded people who value compassion and creativity&bull; A welcoming environment for both new and seasoned poets &nbsp;Want to Get Involved?We are currently looking for:&bull; Poetry readers &amp; slam performers &mdash; all experience levels welcome&bull; Silent auction donations &mdash; gift cards, art, products, services, or unique experiences Your participation helps support future vegan and community-focused events in Edmonton, with proceeds going towards the Vegans and Vegetarians of Alberta.&nbsp; Come share your voice, enjoy a warm meal, and celebrate the power of words and compassion. We can&rsquo;t wait to see you there.&nbsp;

Vegan Poetry Slam 2026

Join Vegans and Vegetarians of Alberta to connect with people across the province who care about plant-based eating, animal welfare, and a lighter footprint on the planet 🌱. Your membership helps support local events, social gatherings, and practical resources that make vegan and vegetarian living easier in everyday life 🥦.

Join Vegans and Vegetarians of Alberta to connect with people across the province who care about plant-based eating, animal welfare, and a lighter footprint on the planet 🌱.Your membership helps support local events, social gatherings, and practical resources that make vegan and vegetarian living easier in everyday life 🥦.

Vegans and Vegetarians of Alberta Association's Memberships

Welcome to the VVoA Shop 🌱 Every purchase helps sustain our volunteer-driven work: plant-based education, VegFest, cooking classes, potlucks, and VeganSocialMeetups that connect and support Alberta&rsquo;s vegan and vegetarian community. What your order supports 💚<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Resources for people transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Community events like VegFest Edmonton and monthly diners&rsquo; clubs</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Outreach that promotes compassionate, sustainable food choices</li></ul>

Welcome to the VVoA Shop 🌱Every purchase helps sustain our volunteer-driven work: plant-based education, VegFest, cooking classes, potlucks, and VeganSocialMeetups that connect and support Alberta’s vegan and vegetarian community.What your order supports 💚Resources for people transitioning to a plant-based lifestyleCommunity events like VegFest Edmonton and monthly diners’ clubsOutreach that promotes compassionate, sustainable food choices

VVoA Shop

Scare-aoke 👻🎤 is a vegan-friendly karaoke night with a spooky twist. Come dressed up, grab a plant-based treat and drink, and sing your favourites with a room full of supportive voices.Your registration and purchases throughout the night help us support FARRM and the incredible work they do providing a safe, loving home for rescued animals. 🐷🐮🐔So warm up those vocal cords, dust off your best costume, and get ready for a frightfully fun night of karaoke, laughs, and Halloween fun, all while helping a great cause! 🎃🎤👻Every registration helps make a difference, so whether you sing like an angel or sound more like something that crawled out of a crypt, we want to hear you!

Scare-aoke

Veggie Chefs brings our community together in the kitchen to explore plant-based cooking in a relaxed, hands-on way. 🍳🌱 Learn practical techniques, try new ingredients, and see how simple it can be to cook compassionate, everyday meals. This month we are making Cheesy Broccoli and Rice-Quinoa Casserole! It&#39;s vegan, gluten-free, nut-free and oil-free. (It does contain coconut).&nbsp; Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.&nbsp; &nbsp;Register below to cook, taste, and connect with others interested in vegan and vegetarian food.

Vegans and Vegetarians of Alberta Association

Vegans and Vegetarians of Alberta Association

Vegans and Vegetarians of Alberta Association

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Scare-aoke

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November Veggie Chefs Youth Club - Cheesy Broccoli & Rice-Quinoa Casserole

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Vegans and Vegetarians of Alberta Association

Upcoming events

Events

Get your tickets

Scare-aoke

Get your tickets

November Veggie Chefs Youth Club - Cheesy Broccoli & Rice-Quinoa Casserole

More ways to support us

Become a member

Vegans and Vegetarians of Alberta Association's Memberships

Shop now

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