In February, our North Social Hall filled with colour, care, and creativity during HSCA’s Valentine’s Art Exhibition. This special event came together through thoughtful collaboration across our childcare team, who supported children in creating and sharing their artwork with the community during the Farmers’ Market.
The pieces were heartfelt and incredibly creative. Each artwork reflected the time, imagination, and generosity the children brought to the project. Even more meaningful was the purpose behind it. Funds raised from the exhibition support the Fresh Routes Food Security Subsidy, helping ensure individuals and families in our community can access fresh groceries with dignity and choice.
Events like this remind us how interconnected our programs are. Childcare, the Farmers’ Market, and food security initiatives all play a role in building a supportive, welcoming community. Seeing these pieces come together, and watching families and neighbours engage with them, was a lovely example of collaboration in action.
We are so grateful to the children, educators, families, and everyone who stopped by, donated, or took time to appreciate the art. Moments like this show how community care can take many forms, including creativity, collaboration, and small acts of generosity that add up to something meaningful.
