Cooking Up Capability – Level 3

This program is recommended for people who have completed Cooking Up Capability 1 and/or 2 and are hungry for more. This 8-week program is aimed to help you get more comfortable working with an oven while learning new recipes with your peers.

During this program we will be turning up the heat by learning how to use an oven. We will review stovetops, learn oven safety, work on new recipes, and continue to work on knife skills. There will be 7 weeks of learning new skills and recipes, and on the 8th week you will be able to celebrate your new skills with another Skills Showcase. We will continue to use the typed recipe as well as the adaptive recipes. Recipes will include snacks, meals, and desserts.

Cooking Up Capability is a Purchased Service offering designed to empower individuals with the skills and confidence to become more independent in the kitchen. This inclusive and adaptive course provides a supportive environment where participants can develop essential culinary skills and gain a sense of accomplishment.

Course Details:

• Date: Mondays from September 14 – November 9, 2026 (no program on October 12 – Thanksgiving)
• Time: 4:00pm – 6:30pm
• Location: Goodness Me Classroom, 79 Park Pl Blvd, Barrie, ON
• Participants: 6 people, ages 18+ (recommended: completion of Cooking Up Capability 1 and/or 2)
• Cost: $650

Instructor Details:

• Two Community Participation Support Workers with culinary experience.

Course Benefits:

Upon completion of the “Cooking Up Capability” class, participants will receive:

• An exclusive course completion t-shirt.
• An opportunity to showcase your newfound culinary skills.
• Build meaningful relationships with fellow learners.

Support and Learning Environment:

Our dedicated and trained staff will provide a supportive learning experience with a low student-to-staff ratio of 3:1 and small class sizes. This ensures that each participant receives personalized attention and guidance throughout the course.