March 2021 Posts
Tax Clinics – Another Way Food Banks Partner to Help Clients
March 30, 2021
Did you know that filing taxes can reduce poverty? When taxes are filed, there are numerous federal and provincial financial supports available in the form of GST/HST credits, federal and provincial child benefits and more that can significantly increase incomes....
Windsor Pivots to Continue Being There for Clients
March 25, 2021
Aisles of fresh produce and shelves stocked with a variety of goods. It’s not exactly what comes to mind when most people think about food banks. However, there are food banks that operate EXACTLY like this. One great example is...
The pandemic helped the Loaves and Fishes Food Bank shape a better future for those in need
March 18, 2021
2020 has been a year of stress, anxiety, and change. Lockdowns in place, job losses across the country—Food Banks knew they would have their jobs cut out for them as they anticipated an increase in clients. But the difficult challenges...
Donate These Items at a Food Drive Near You
March 17, 2021
Now, more than ever, food banks need YOUR support. Here are some of the items food banks need the most: Whole grain foods like oatmeal, barley, high-fibre cereals or whole-grain pasta contain plenty of fibre and are an excellent source...
The Logistics of Being there for Canadian Communities in Need
March 12, 2021
The pandemic has taken a toll on many food banks. In many markets, the need for food increased, and some food banks wondered if they would be able to keep their doors open. For Lisa Wernham, Director of National Food...
Our Research Helps Push for Change
March 5, 2021
As food banks across Canada work hard to ensure that people do not have to worry about their next meal, our staff are also working to find long-term solutions to ensure that people are no longer suffering from hunger. This...
Food Banker Spotlight – Richard Daneau, Moisson Montréal
March 1, 2021
We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Richard Daneau from Moisson Montréal in Montréal, QC. What is your role in food banking?As Executive Director, I am the one...
Food Banking in the New Reality: The Story of the Whitehorse Food Bank
March 1, 2021
It was business as usual for the Whitehorse Food Bank Society; packing and distributing food hampers to approximately 1,300 people a month. Then the pandemic hit. A third of the population was laid off. The local shelter closed their doors....
