NEW START DATE – Health Starts Here 28 Day Challenge, Tuesday evenings at 7 pm March 13 thru April 10.

by jim.empey, February 25, 2012 | Permalink

Have you been thinking about focusing on a Healthier Lifestyle?  While being fun and informative, our 28 Day Challenge will guide and support you as you work toward your own healthy-eating  goals (whether you want to reduce your meat, dairy or processed foods … or to go vegan … or something in between) – these workshops will have useful helpful and healthful information for all. 

The presentations and group discussions will be lead by Plant Based Nutritional Consultant Candice Schreiber (blog: www.thehealthyherbivore.com) and Whole Foods Market Team Members.  Cookbook Author and Celebrated Chef Doug McNish will be a guest speaker on cooking styles at one session.  Doug’s book “Eat Raw, Eat Well, 400 Raw, Vegan and Gluten Free Recipes” will be out this spring.

The course includes a binder with extensive handouts (including 28 days of Healthy Eating Guide), lots of Health Starts Here samples, recipes, and fun treats on the final evening. The group will meet every Tuesday at 7 pm (March 13 thru April 10). Cost for all 5 classes: $50

Space is limited. Sign up today by calling 416-944-0500 extension 0. Advance Registration is required.

For anyone in the group interested, there will be an optional 30 minute mall walking group at the end of each session. Wear comfortable clothes and footwear.  Consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program.

Order Valentines dinner, dessert and flowers online!

by jim.empey, February 7, 2012 | Permalink

Why fight the Valentine’s Day crowds. Stay home and order our delicious Valentine’s Day Dinners for Two online - your choice of Prime Rib Steak, Citrus Salmon or Vegetarian Risotto. http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/shop/

ELLICSR – Community Support Day – Wed Jan 18

by jim.empey, January 12, 2012 | Permalink

Quarterly, we hold Community Support Days donating 5% of our sales to a designated non-profit. On Wednesday, January 18th, all three Ontario stores will be participating – donating to ELLICSR.

The ELLICSR Centre for Health, Wellness, and Cancer Survivorship is an innovative program of the Princess Margaret Cancer Program.  At ELLICSR, researchers and those living with cancer come together to generate new knowledge in cancer survivorship and to develop and offer innovative self-management strategies for improved health and wellness.

ELLICSR programs are designed to improve the physical and emotional health of people living with a diagnosis of cancer by helping survivors gain self-confidence in their ability to control and manage the symptoms and long term effects of their illness and treatment. A comprehensive nutrition health and wellness program offers a full range of activities, including education, cooking demonstrations, and hands on classes by a culinary nutrition management expert (professional chef) and a registered dietician.

Taking control over one’s well-being through better nutrition, health and wellness is one way that survivors can play a more active role in their care. Increasing feelings of control may help to contribute to a patient’s improvement in overall health and reductions in secondary cancers, or cancer recurrence.

For more information, visit their website www.ellicsr.ca

Bag Hunger extended until January 14

by jim.empey, January 5, 2012 | Permalink

Whole Foods Market Yorkville is teaming up with the food programs and food bank of Toronto People with AIDS Foundation to help fight hunger this winter.  You can help with our Bag Hunger Program. When you check out, you can make a cash donation to feed families in our communities.   For more information on their programs, visit: http://www.pwatoronto.org/english/food.php

UPDATE – $2,405 raised for our local library.

by jim.empey, December 15, 2011 | Permalink

During the month of December, Whole Foods Market Yorkville sold selling plush penguins to help raise funds for the Yorkville branch of Toronto Public Library.  $5 from every one sold will be donated.  We sold 481 resulting in a donation of $2,405!  Thanks for your support.

Help fight hunger!

by jim.empey, December 15, 2011 | Permalink

Whole Foods Market Yorkville is teaming up with the food programs of Toronto People with AIDS Foundation to help fight hunger this winter.  You can help with our Bag Hunger Program. When you check out, you can make a cash donation to feed families in our communities.  You can also drop off non-perishable food items in the Joy Drive bins at the front of the store. http://www.pwatoronto.org/english/food.php

Decorate your own cupcakes!

by jim.empey, November 8, 2011 | Permalink

Ever wanted to have fun decorating cupcakes your own way? Then come by Saturday, November 12 between 11 am and 4 pm to decorate cupcakes. You have the choice of chocolate or vanilla cupcakes with a variety of icings and toppings. Be wild & creative … or simple. Bring a friend and each of you can decorate one. Just have fun. While quantities last.  2 for $5.

Hugo & Debra Event Tour – Monday, October 17th from 4pm to 7pm.

by jim.empey, October 14, 2011 | Permalink

Come to meet Hugo and Debra Saavedra, creators of Hugo Naturals’ skincare. Hugo and Debra will share the story behind their products and their passion for natural and organic body care. Samples will be available.

http://hugonaturals.com/organic_vegan_care_products/

The Heart and Stroke Foundation is our One Dime At A Time Recipient for October, November and December.

by jim.empey, October 3, 2011 | Permalink

When you bring your own shopping bags for groceries, you are given a choice at checkout.  You can choose a $0.10 refund for each bag used or you can donate that $0.10 to our One Dime At A Time Charity for the month.  The designated charity thru to the end of December is the Heart and Stroke Founation www.heartandstroke.on.ca.

The Heart and Stroke Foundation, a volunteer-based health charity leads in eliminating heart disease and stroke and reducing their impact through the advancement of research and its application, the promotion of healthy living, and advocacy.

Pie In The Sky – fundraiser for Toronto People With AIDS Foundation.

by jim.empey, September 18, 2011 | Permalink

From Sept 26 to Oct 2, Whole Foods Market Yorkville will donate the proceeds from all pie sales to support the food programs of the Toronto People With AIDS Foundation.  PWA has the only food bank and meal delivery service in the city exclusively for people living with HIV/AIDS.  You can help bring meals to people whose long term survival depends on good nutrition.  Last year we raised over $4600.  With your help, we can beat that number this year.

For more information, visit their website: http://www.torontopieinthesky.org/

Thanks to our customers for raising $5,233!