
Galiano Club
The Galiano Club is a Canadian nonprofit organization based on Galiano Island, British Columbia, with the business registration number 120542485RR0001[^1]. Established in 1924, it serves as a community association dedicated to preserving natural spaces, fostering cultural activities, and addressing food security through local initiatives[^1][^3].
History and Operations
Founded as a community hub, the Galiano Club owns and manages over 830 acres of parkland, including Bluffs Park, Mount Galiano, and the Community Forest[^1]. It maintains the South Community Hall, a venue for social, cultural, and educational events, while collaborating with organizations like the Galiano Trails Society and the Galiano Conservancy[^4][^5].
Community Programs
The club operates the Galiano Community Food Program, launched in 2008, which focuses on food security through initiatives such as community meals, gleaning projects, workshops, and a garlic cooperative[^2][^3]. Additional activities include a cheese club, school garden programs, and annual events like the Blackberry Festival and Winter Solstice Potluck[^1][^2].
Key Initiatives
- Environmental Stewardship: Manages protected parks and trails to promote ecological sustainability[^1][^4].
- Cultural Events: Hosts theater productions through the Galiano Players and seasonal markets[^1].
- Food Security: Runs a food bank and frozen meal service for seniors, supported by donations and volunteer efforts[^2][^3].
Note: Contact details and donation methods are omitted per guidelines.
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The Galiano Club – Galiano Island's Community Association Since 1924 Remember Me The Galiano Club Galiano Islands Community Association Since 1924 Food Program The Galiano Community Food Program works to build community and food security on our small island. We hold community potlucks weekly Soup and Bread lunches and monthly Games Nights plus organize Gleaning Frozen Meals for Seniors a Garlic Coop Cheese Club Workshops School Garden Programs and much more. Club Parks Programs The Galiano Club owns and maintains the South Community Hall as well as over 830 acres of parkland on Galiano Island British Columbia Canada including Bluffs Park Mount Galiano and the Community Forest. The Club runs the Community Food Program is the home of the Galiano Players Theatre hosts the Annual Blackberry Festival and Christmas Market.
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What a wonderful way to bring our community together! 🌱✨ Love seeing all the amazing initiatives like the community potlucks and Workshops. Keep spreading the good food message, Galiano Club!

Brooklyn Simmons
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So grateful for the Galiano Club and all the ways they support food security and community engagement! 🥦❤️ Can't wait for the next Soup and Bread lunch!

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