Question 1

What's in the Good Food Box?

Accepted Answer

The free Good Food Box will contain a mix of seasonal natural and organic fruits and vegetables from local farms. You are guaranteed at least 5 pieces of produce, but most weeks we have on average eight! 
In past semesters we have had (non-exhaustive, list changes each week):
- Apples
- Bananas
- Pears
- Persimmons
- Carrots
- Cucumbers 
- Lettuce
- Garlic
- Corn
- Bok Choy
- Celery
- Zucchini
- Sweet Potato 
- Lemons
- Limes

Question 2

How do I sign up for the Good Food Box?

Accepted Answer

You can sign up on our website. Registration opens the Friday before the following Monday pickup.

Question 3

Can I customize my Good Food Box?

Accepted Answer

We will have a selection of 6-7 different fruits and vegetables for you to choose from. The selection will differ each week.

Question 4

What days are pickups?

Accepted Answer

Pickup will take place every Monday from 1 - 4pm at the University Centre, Rm. 106. We do not offer alternative pickups, so please remember to pick your box up.

Question 5

How can I get involved?

Accepted Answer

We are always looking for more volunteers! Message us on Instagram or Facebook  to help with box distribution or sign up for one of our workshops!

Question 6

How do I know if I am eligible for the Good Food Box?

Accepted Answer

The Good Food Box is available to all members of the McGill community, including students, staff, and faculty, especially those facing food insecurity. Please note that we will never ask individuals for proof of income or food insecurity. If you need this program, it's for you.

Question 7

What happens if I'm on the waitlist for registration?

Accepted Answer

Please keep checking your email for updates, as sometimes spots open up. However, if you don't make it, note that after 4pm we will be giving out any extra produce that were leftover from the distribution. Feel free to drop by then and see if there's anything you like!

Question 8

What happens if I can't come to the distribution between 1-4pm?

Accepted Answer

We understand that many students may have conflicting schedule. If you are able to come quickly after 4pm, we do give out any leftovers from the distribution. However, if you can't make that, you can always ask a friend to grab your produce for you. Just make sure they have a picture or similar of your student ID so we can verify they are picking up for the right person.

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