The 2022 Second Harvest Hero Sweepstakes, presented by Moneris, has officially come to a close, but before we go, we want to say: Thank you for making this campaign a success!
Because of your support, we were able to sell 29,900 tickets across 202 communities in Canada, amounting to $97,030 raised for Canadians in need!
These funds will help us provide 231,024 meals for people experiencing hunger from coast to coast to coast, as well as help us divert 868,714 pounds of greenhouse gas emissions from the atmosphere.
We are beyond grateful for your participation in the Hero Sweepstakes, and so are the communities and agencies that we serve.
“The most beautiful aspect of the food distribution is seeing the community come together. Individuals that did participate in receiving food, shared that food…We could not have made this happen without the generous support from Second Harvest.” – Chief Margaret White, Three Rivers Mi’kmaq Band Inc., NL
Spring is upon us, barbeques are out of hibernation and the grill is on! For those who enjoy the warmth of the sun and the sizzling of a nearby BBQ, along with the challenge of mastering a grill recipe, read on. Celebrity chef Roger Mooking presented this scrumptious take on a shrimp mixed grill recipe in the 2018 Toronto Taste cookbook.
Pat shrimp dry and place in a medium bowl. Add garlic, shallot, lemon zest, ground coriander, pinch of kosher salt and olive oil, and very gently toss to combine. Let stand for at least 15 minutes, refrigerated, to marinate. Using a pair of metal skewers, thread shrimp on both tail and “head” side, leaving about half inch of space in between each shrimp. You will end up with a total of two sets of skewered shrimp (6 per pair of skewers).
Place pineapple spears on a large plate and drizzle over chili oil. Gently flip the spears around to thinly and evenly coat the pineapple all over with the oil.
Place the seasoned pineapple spears directly on the grill, cooking about 3-4 minutes per side (without moving the spears too much) to get nicely caramelized grill marks. Transfer to a large serving platter and finish seasoning with a touch of salt.
Place skewered shrimp onto grill and cook over direct heat until they appear pink and just firm at the thickest part, about 2-3 minutes per side (they will continue to cook slightly as they cool, so try not to leave them on the grill too long!). Remove from heat and carefully remove shrimp from hot skewers. Arrange shrimp over the grilled pineapple.
In a small bowl, mix the coconut milk and honey until the honey is fully dissolved into coconut milk. Drizzle the mixture over and around the shrimp and pineapple.
Garnish with fresh mint and basil leaves and serve right away.
It’s back again folks! The Second Harvest Hero Sweepstakes, presented by Moneris, is back again for another great year, and with our best prize board yet! With over 25 prizes ranging from games on the go, shopping sprees, sought after sports tickets, and luxury vacations, there’s a little something for everyone to enjoy! Let’s have a look at a few from our starting line-up.
Take Me Out To The Ballgame
Enjoy a luxury suite (16 guests) behind the Roger’s Centre home plate to watch the Toronto Blue Jays vs. Minnesota Twins on Friday, June 3rd, 2022. Your suite is fully catered, and a special menu will be created for your event. Included is a $1,000 Visa gift card to assist with travel expenses.
Courtesy of Aramark & Anonymous Value: $6,500
Around the World With Air Canada
Dreaming of sun, surf, and sandy beaches? Scratch that travel itch with a trip to a destination of your choice, anywhere in the world! Package includes round-trip airfare vouchers for 2 anywhere that or Canada flies and a $500 Visa gift card to your preferred accommodation.
Courtesy of Air Canada Foundation & Anonymous Value: $6,100
Witness the Battle of Ontario in Ottawa
A matchup for the ages! Enjoy an executive suite at the 200 level for you and 13 of your closest friends to watch the Ottawa Senators take on the Toronto Maple Leafs at Ottawa’s Canadian Tire on Saturday, April 16th, 2022. Your suite is fully catered, and a special menu will be created for your event. Included is a $1,000 Visa gift card to assist with travel expenses.
Courtesy of Aramark & Anonymous Value: $6,500
Food Lovers Unite
Stock your fridge and pantry to its fullest with $5,000 in PC gift cards! Whether you’re stocking up on staples or experimenting with new cuisines, Loblaw’s makes it easy to create delicious moments you’ll love. With over 1,200 grocery store locations across Canada, consider your groceries covered for 2022!
Courtesy of Loblaw Companies Limited Value: $5,000
Tickets start at $10, and every ticket purchased goes toward the support of rescuing and redistributing good food across Canada to non-profits and social service agencies caring for people in need. Help us reach our goal of supplying over 1.3 million meals through the Second Harvest Hero campaign this year!
For a full list of prizes, Rules of Play, and to purchase your tickets go to www.secondharvestsweeps.ca! Tickets sales end at 2 PM EST on Friday, March 25,2022, and the winners will be pulled at 3 PM EST.
Second Harvest Sweepstakes wouldn’t be possible without our presenting sponsor Moneris.
The Community Share Food Bank provides fresh and non-perishable food to more than 150 families a week in the Don Mills area of North York, Ontario. The volunteer-run organization works in cooperation with community members, churches and local service organizations. This month we are featuring this inexpensive and easy to make Kale and Sweet Potato Curry.
INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 large shallot, minced
2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
2 tbsp garlic, minced
1 red pepper, sliced lengthwise
3 tbsp red curry paste
1 large sweet potato, peeled and medium diced
1 cup canned chickpeas
2 (14 oz) cans coconut milk
2 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
1 1/2 tsp turmeric, ground
Salt to taste
2 cups kale, chopped
PREPARATION
In a large pot over medium heat, sauté shallot, ginger, garlic and red pepper in oil. Saute until tender, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes.
Add red curry paste and stir. Add sweet potatoes and chickpeas and cook for 2 minutes.
Whisk in coconut milk, maple syrup (optional) and turmeric. Season with salt to taste. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once sweet potatoes have softened, add kale. Simmer until kale is tender, about 3-4 minutes.
Tip: Serve over brown rice. Add lemon or lime wedges and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
“Our goal is to provide access to nutritious good for the well-being of our participants.”
Community Share Food Bank.
This recipe was provided by CSFB for the 2018 Second Harvest Cookbook.
California Wines and the Consul General of the US, D. Brent Hardt, invite you to take an exploratory trip to California Wine Country and discover the many vintners and wineries of the Golden State. Soak up the sunshine during this educational, immersive walk-around tasting event that showcases more than 400 wines from California. During the two-and-a-half-hour experience, sample wines from many regions and appellations and meet with winery representatives to learn more about what makes their wines so special. There’s never been a better time to Taste California!
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