Mary Jane's Cooking School, Inc.

Mary Jane's Cooking School, Inc. is a registered Canadian charity that focuses on providing education in nutritional home cooking and homemaking practices. The organization emphasizes harmony with individual, community, and cultural traditions, while promoting respect and care for the environment.

Mission

The mission of Mary Jane's Cooking School is to nurture today for a healthier tomorrow by fostering skills in selecting, preparing, and serving food for personal and family well-being. They aim to provide comprehensive education on nutrition, diet, and healthy living environments both at home and within the community.

Programs and Services

• Cooking Classes: The school offers a variety of cooking classes focused on home-style recipes, cooking with herbs, and food preservation techniques. These classes are designed to be accessible, with special attention given to individuals experiencing hunger, those with low incomes, newcomers to Canada, and Indigenous people.
• Community Engagement: Mary Jane's Cooking School collaborates with various community-based initiatives to promote health, nutrition, and environmentally friendly living practices. They support local businesses by prioritizing locally produced goods in their purchasing policies.
• Educational Programs: The school offers courses that encourage the use of local ingredients to prepare wholesome meals economically, particularly for newcomers to Canada.

History

Mary Jane's Cooking School has been actively involved in community development since the early 1990s. It is part of the Community Development Business Association of Winnipeg and is recognized for its contributions to promoting nutritious cooking and environmentally conscious practices.

Leadership and Partnerships

The organization is led by a board of directors with diverse backgrounds, including nutrition, anti-poverty activism, mental health advocacy, and environmentalism. Mary Jane Eason, with a Master of Science in Nutrition, is the founder and a prominent figure in the school's mission.

Status

Mary Jane's Cooking School, Inc. is registered as a non-profit corporation and is designated as a registered charity by the Canada Revenue Agency. It operates under the Business Registration Number 872202429RR0001.