About us
Food at our events is vegan but anyone interested in lowering their carbon footprint by eating more plant based meals, even if never planning to go fully vegan, is welcome. For safety reasons, we require members to use **a real first name and face photo** on their profile.
Meatless Meetup is run by a group of volunteer hosts who believe it to be of critical environmental importance that we drastically reduce our meat and dairy consumption. We recommend Earthsave Canada (https://www.earthsave.ca/) for information about the plant based diet.
There are lots of opportunities to volunteer with us, from collecting cash at restaurants to helping out at potlucks. If you want to meet more people at events, get in touch.
N.B. As last minute cancellations and no shows keep wait-listers out, harm our relationship with restaurants, and can even result in our volunteer hosts having to pay for others' meals, we require you to pay for your meal via e-transfer for set menu events if you no show or cancel without adequate notice. Repeated no shows will result in removal from the group.
Meatless Meetup aims to be a transparent, safe space for all. If you experience any form of harassment, please contact a host immediately.
Upcoming events
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Surrey Vaisakhi Celebration w/ FREE Veggie food
Strawberry Hill Elementary School, 7633 124th Street, Surrey, BC, CAJoin Brian in Surrey for the largest BC Vaisakhi celebration, marking the new year. Check out the details here: https://www.surreyvaisakhiparade.com
Vaisakhi is a huge annual Sikh celebration and parade. To celebrate, business and families set up tables on the street and offer free veggie food to strangers. The love and graciousness with which the food is often offered is something to experience. All food is vegetarian but not always vegan, so ask first.
The streets are packed with people and there is lots to see--music performances, dancing, the parade and people watching are the main highlights.
We'll meet at Strawberry Hill Elementary School, behind the flagpole (see picture below) at 1pm and start walking the route at 1:15. Since the parade and floats head counter-clockwise on the map (https://www.surreyvaisakhiparade.com/parade-map/), we'll go the opposite way to be able to see them, which is North on 124 St, East on 82 Ave until 128 St.
Public transit: From Scott Road Skytrain Station, take bus 319 or R6. Get off at 76A or 75A Ave and walk Eastbound to Strawberry Hill Elementary School on 124 St.
For transit information, call TransLink at 604-953-3333 or go to https://www.translink.ca for details.Parking: Mostly street parking along 122 St near 76A Ave by Westerman Elementary School, which is behind Strawberry Hill Elementary School. There will be road blockages around the perimeter of the route.
Washrooms: There is one in the temple at 12885 85 Ave, and portables along the route.
Post in messages if you have a car and can offer a ride from somewhere.
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Snackluck, Talk, and Discussion
Vancouver Cohousing, 1733 East 33rd Ave., Vancouver, BC, CAIs Animal Protein Really King?
Protein is often portrayed as a nutrient where animal sources reign supreme, but the science tells a more nuanced story. Dr. Nagra will explore how much protein we actually need, and how plant and animal proteins compare when it comes to building muscle and strength. He will also examine which protein sources are linked to better long-term health, and take a closer look at whether plant-based meat alternatives can be a healthy option and how to choose higher-quality products.You must be registered to attend. The event will be held at Vancouver Co-housing, an intentional co-housing community. As usual, we request a $2 donation for Vancouver Cohousing. Also please bring a vegan snack but be sure it includes NO NUTS. (We have at least one person with an anaphylactic reaction to nuts, and one to peanuts.)
What's a snackluck? It's a low-stress potluck where each person brings a snack to share. Could be cookies, fresh fruit, veggies and dip, whatever you want. Just please make sure your snack contains no animal products--that means no meat, dairy, whey, gelatin, eggs, and seafood--so that everyone can partake.
Take note: While we're big fans of the plant-based diet, everyone who has registered is welcome, from omnivore to vegan (no pets please).
Sorry there is construction next door so you may need to park around the corner.**************
Special thanks to our sponsor, Pacific Maple Psych Centre
pacificmaplepsych.com / 604-774-5501
Owned by a vegan psychiatrist, they're a trusted source for individual, group, & couples therapy, & diagnosis of autism, ADHD, & other conditions.
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FREE: How Not to Die Film & Q&A
Oac hall, 5350 Baillie Street Vancouver BC, Vancouver, BC, Vancouver, BC, CAEntrance is free and there will be free vegan refreshments available.
Join us to watch "How Not to Die", the new film based on Dr. Michael Greger’s bestselling book. The film features top experts sharing evidence-based nutritional strategies to extend health-span and prevent premature death. Following the film, we will have a Q&A session.
Meatless Meetup is partnering up with Oakridge Seventh Day Adventist Church (a church that promotes the plant based diet) to offer this film to our members for free at their community hall.
Some volunteers are needed for set up and tear down. Please contact Nancy if you would like to be on the team to help make this wonderful event go smoothly.
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Special thanks to our sponsor, Pacific Maple Psych Centre
pacificmaplepsych.com / 604-774-5501
Owned by a vegan psychiatrist, they're a trusted source for individual, group, & couples therapy, & diagnosis of autism, ADHD, & other conditions.
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Vegan Dim Sum!
Po Kong, 1334 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC, CAIf you haven't yet joined us for dim sum, you may not know why it is one of our most popular events--with large round tables, you get to meet a lot of people and have great conversations. And with ten to a table, you get to sample a small amount of a lot of dishes at a great price.
$ 22 CASH ONLY / person. (Price includes tax & some tip. Diners are encouraged to leave some additional coins on the table for the servers, as we are getting a huge discount!)
Our all vegan menu will be:
For the following menu:
1. Three Delicious Combination Congee
2. Jai Gluten Combination
3. Pan-fried Turnip Cake
4. Shanghai Style Dumplings
5. Sticky Wild Rice in Bamboo Leaf
6. Tasty Fresh Shitake Mushrooms
7. Spicy Green Beans
8. Deep-fried Crispy Vegetarian Drumstick
9. Deep-fried Veggie Cuttle Fish (new item!)$22 CASH ONLY, CASH ONLY, CASH ONLY. Did we mention cash only?
This is a set menu. Substitutions are not possible but you can skip a dish and still have enough for lunch.
We'll be seated at large round tables, approximately 10 to a table. Upon arrival, check where to sit then pay the host at your table in CASH once seated.
N.B. Please note, to maintain our positive relationship with the restaurant, those cancelling with less than 24 hours notice will be expected to e-transfer payment for their meal to the host.
Those not answering the RSVP question will be removed but are welcome to reregister and answer the RSVP question. Regulars without first timer guests will be removed.
Buses stop right nearby and there's plenty of free parking, but it can take a while to find, so give yourself plenty of time to ensure you get there on time as we cannot guarantee seats can be held long if the restaurant is busy.
One last thing: CASH ONLY. :-)
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Special thanks to our sponsor, Pacific Maple Psych Centre
pacificmaplepsych.com / 604-774-5501
Owned by a vegan psychiatrist, they're a trusted source for individual, group, & couples therapy, & diagnosis of autism, ADHD, & other conditions.
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