Turkey & Cheese Pinwheels
Ingredients:
Whole wheat tortillas
Sliced turkey
Sliced cheese
Spinach or lettuce
Hummus or cream cheese (optional)
Instructions:
Spread hummus or cream cheese on a tortilla.
Layer with turkey slices, cheese, and spinach or lettuce.
Roll the tortilla tightly and slice into pinwheels.
Pack with some cherry tomatoes and carrot sticks.

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Youth Engagement & Empowerment program is available
for youth and operates five days a week (Tuesday to
Saturday) and is free to register. Transportation and food are
provided. Participation is required, and our goal is to provide
a safe space where youth can develop self-esteem, leadership
skills, and healthy relationships. We offer evening, summer,
and Saturday day programs, including cultural activities and
on-the-land camps. We aim to reduce illegal behaviors and
drug use among indigenous youth and address their mental
health concerns. Our team includes Elders, youth workers, and
various facilitators. We care about urban Indigenous youth and
are here to help and support them and their families.

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