Lunch MEAET

Edmonton’s NextGen is a non-profit society of volunteers working together to support the growth of a city that is attractive to the next generation.Our mandate is to:Create and sustain an inclusive network of engaged citizens and young leaders in Edmonton and Metro EdmontonProvide a platform for the sharing and advancement of new and emerging ideasGive voice to the interests and perspectives of a diverse next generation

Edmonton's NextGen

<H3><A HREF="https://edmontonnextgen.ca/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Edmonton’s NextGen</A> is excited to present Lunch <A HREF="https://edmontonnextgen.ca/meaet/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">MEAET</A> - a micro-funding event that showcases local initiatives - with a scrumptious lunch twist on Saturday, February 23!</H3>
Over lunch, you will hear pitches from local independent projects, initiaves, and businesses that have a mental health or wellness component. Listen to the pitches and get to know the presenters, then vote on your favourite one. Votes will be tallied and $10 of your ticket price will go to the winning pitch; helping their project succeed in the community.
<H3>We are excited to announce our MEAET pitches: <A HREF="https://www.shadyape.com/" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="Shady Ape" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Shady Ape</A>, <A HREF="https://www.facebook.com/jackorgualberta/" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="Jack Org UAlberta" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Jack.org UAlberta</A> and <A HREF="https://www.facebook.com/shadesofcolour.yeg/" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="Shades of Colour YEG" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Shades of Colour YEG</A>.</H3>
The lunch portion of the event will involve a picnic style lunch with comfort food, including pizza from <A HREF="https://bostonpizza.com/en/index.html" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="Boston Pizza" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Boston Pizza</A> and donuts from <A HREF="http://ohanadonuts.com/" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="Ohana Donuterie" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ohana Donuterie</A>. We'll also provide mental health and wellness self-care activities, including:
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Therapy animals from @CAAWLS (Chimo Animal Assisted Wellness and Learning Society)
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Family friendly activities - ring toss, bullseye, colouring and more
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Tea samples from @David’s Tea 
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Information from <A HREF="https://edmonton.cmha.ca/" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="CMHA" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Edmonton's Canadian Mental Health Association</A>, <A HREF="https://edmontonmhac.wordpress.com/about-us/" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="EMHAC" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Edmonton Mental Health Awareness Committee (EMHAC)</A>, <A HREF="https://www.casaservices.org/" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="CASA" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Health Services (CASA)</A>, <A HREF="http://mentalhealthrecovery.com/wrap-is/" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="WRAP" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)</A> and YEG Smart City
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<H3>Event Schedule</H3>
12pm | Doors Open
12-12:30pm | Enjoy food + activities on-site!
12:30pm | Words from MLA David Shepherd
12:40-1:40pm | Pitches
1:40-2pm | Voting commences
2pm | Words from Councillor Scott McKeen 
2:15-2:30pm | Winner announced + wrap up
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<H3>FAQs</H3>
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
There is paid underground parking available in the building. Edmonton tower is within walking distance of Central & Churchill LRT stations and several bus stops. 
Is the event accessible?
The facility is equipped with elevators and accessible washrooms. Please contact us if you would like additional accomodations.
Is the event child friendly?
This is a family-friendly event and children are welcome to attend!  Children under the age of 15 are free when registering.

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