Food Security Resources
If you are a graduate student at UBC Okanagan, you may be affected by the termination of the following food-related services:
- Food Hampers – as of August 1st, 2026
- SUO Pantry – as of August 31st, 2026
Explore the resources below to learn more about on-campus, off-campus, and emergency resources you can access and how the GSA can support you with your needs.
On-Campus Resources
PICNIC (UNC 122B)
Picnic has free or low-cost food available, and all students are welcome regardless of their financial situation. Picnic provides food skill workshops, cooking classes, free breakfast (weekdays 8:30 – 10:30am), a weekly community meal (Tuesdays 12:00-1:30pm), hosts the community market and offers free consultations with a dietitian. Important note: Picnic will be closed until the end of August. The listed services will be limited until the beginning of the next term.
Off-Campus Resources
Food banks are open to any graduate student and are free of charge. All food banks have a comprehensive hamper program. You need to register with the foodbank in your jurisdiction:
Emergency Services
If you find yourself in a food emergency, please reach out to either of the following:
- Picnic: via campus.wellness@ubc.ca; the Campus Wellness team can connect you to emergency resources.
- GSA Board: via gsa.ubco@gmail.com; we will be in touch to connect you to existing services and can talk you through options.
- UBC Emergency Funding: In emergency situations (including food insecurity), UBC provides funding (does not need to be repaid); you can find the contact form link in our Linktree.