Growing Chefs! Ontario: Agri-Food Experience Field Trips

Agri-Food Experience Field Trips

In partnership with the Western Fair District, we are launching field trips for Grade 6 – 8 at the Grove. These field trips will provide a unique learning environment in which students can gain perspective and knowledge about their place within a sustainable food system.

Posted on: Mar 10, 2023

What to expect: Growing Chefs! Ontario has been partnering with Western Fair District for years every May to offer fun, interactive, hands-on field trips to the Western Fair to explore food systems and learn where food comes from.

Who can register:
Grade 6 – 8 teachers

Date & Time:
May, 2025. 10am-1pm. Exact dates to be determined.

Location:
Field trips will be hosted at The Grove at The Western Fair District, located at 900 King St.

Grades:
6 – 8

Pricing:
$15/​person (including adults). Cost includes programming and an amazing lunch. We are committed to providing low-cost food education experiences for youth. If cost is a barrier to registration, please contact christy@​growingchefsontario.​ca to explore subsidy options.

Food Allergies: Our team is highly experienced in managing dietary restrictions. Do not let a dietary concern prevent your child from participating in our programming. Get in contact with our staff team and we’ll do our best to make appropriate accommodations. If a participant has a life-threatening allergy, please read our official Allergen Statement here and let us know if you have any questions.

Accessibility and Inclusivity:
We are proud to announce our facility at The Grove can accommodate wheelchair users, even including our greenhouse and washroom. We also have a gender-inclusive washroom available and are a safe space. Please let our staff team know of any mobility or any needed accommodations in advance, and we will plan accordingly.

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