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Social Enterprises

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Supporting community economic development and quality employment through social enterprises.
As part of SEED’s commitment to community economic development and quality employment, SEED is a co-owner of the social enterprise Diversity Food Services. Diversity Food Services is a joint venture of SEED Winnipeg Inc. and the University of Winnipeg’s Community Renewal Corporation (UWCRC). Their mission is to provide excellent food services that meet the goals of environmental sustainability within a workplace that provides high quality jobs for a diverse group of employees. Diversity Food Services has multiple locations at the University of Winnipeg and operates Spruce Catering, Sleepy Owl Bread, and Buffalo Stone Café at FortWhyte Alive.

Diversity Food Services

Diversity is the main food service provider at University of Winnipeg eateries. They use fresh, quality, locally sourced ingredients with a focus on environmental sustainability and diverse menu options. Diversity also operates Spruce Catering, Buffalo Stone Cafe at Fort Whyte Alive and Sleepy Owl Bakery.

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Spruce Catering

Spruce Catering extends Diversity Food Services' mission of environmental sustainability and high-quality employment to the catering industry. Spruce Catering provides exceptional service and delicious food prepared with locally sourced ingredients to create unforgettable culinary experiences for their clients' special occasions.

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Sleepy Owl Bread

Launched in 2013 by two former employees of Diversity Food Services, Sleepy Owl Bread became a part of the Diversity Food Services family of companies in 2022. The bakery offers high quality employment and produces delicious baked goods made from locally sourced ingredients. Breads and pastries are available at Diversity Food Services locations as well as through a thriving storefront located at 751 Wall Street in Winnipeg's West End.

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