ABOUT US

The Community Development Council of Quinte is a non-profit, charitable organization, and our work encompasses all of Hastings & Prince Edward County. The goal of our food security programs is that everyone would have access to an adequate supply of safe, affordable and nutritious food without social or economic barriers. Our social planning work aims to heighten awareness, increase understanding and work with all sectors to find solutions for our community's urgent and emerging social issues.

CDC-Quinte was honored to be the recipient of the 2023 Quinte Business Achievement Award Winner for the Not-for-Profit of the Year!

Mandate:  To conduct social planning and community development within the context of social justice.

Mission:  To promote food security for all members within Hastings & Prince Edward Counties through community development, service provision and social planning.

Vision: A community in which all members have consistent access to safe, affordable and nutritious food.

Meet the Staff

  • Lea Vares Greenwood

    Executive Director

    executivedirector@cdcquinte.com

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  • Rachelle Baldock

    Communications Director

    communications@cdcquinte.com

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  • Bev Heuving

    Good Baby Box Coordinator

    If interested in volunteering please contact Bev

    gbb@cdcquinte.com

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  • Jim Mallabar

    Good Food Box Coordinator

    gfb@cdcquinte.com

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Meet the Board of Directors

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This video describes CDC-Quinte, its programs and vision. It allows individuals to understand our mission – to reduce food insecurity. We are here to aid our community and BackBeat Media demonstrated our passion through this wonderful engaging and accessible video.