The Sprout

The Sprout is Calgary Vegan Society’s community-developed hub for plant-based education, featuring articles, guides, and resources to help you learn, explore, and connect.

Beginner’s Guide to Going Vegan

Switching to a vegan diet is exciting yet overwhelming. This guide provides nutrient information, meal tips, and a framework to simplify the transition.

A Social Guide to Being Vegan in a Meat Eaters’ World

‘Meadow with Animals’ by Jan van Ravenswaay, ca. 1820–1837. | The Rijksmuseum (edited by the Author) Private vs. Social Eating In the privacy of our own homes, we eat whatever we want—whether that’s a calorie-dense “indulgent” dessert during a Netflix binge, or a nutrient-rich and fully plant-based meal after the gym. At the store, we…

I Never Thought I’d Become an Animal Activist

“I’d rather die than go vegan”. This was said by me during covid upon having a health scare. I meant it too. With the world going quiet during covid, I was able to really dig into the health side of a Whole Food Plant Based Diet. I watched documentaries like What the Health and Forks…