Guest blog by Brita Ball, PhD, CTDP, ECPC There continues to be confusion about best before dates and expiry dates on food and what they really mean to food banks. Many people incorrectly say food has “expired” if it reaches its best before date, so they throw it out. Others complain that best before dates…

For the more than 300,000 Canadian children who are helped by food banks each month, school-based breakfast, lunch, and after-school programs are important sources of food. But when schools close their doors for the summer, these programs close too, leaving hungry kids with few options. That’s where Food Banks Canada’s After the Bell program comes in. We…

We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Sandy Singers from the Partners in Mission Food Bank in Kingston, ON. What is your role in food banking?I am the Executive Director of Partners in Mission Food Bank. Describe a typical day in one word.Diverse….