September 2021 Posts

How food banks rescued more than 200,000 pounds of produce to feed their communities

September 8, 2021

According to recent studies, 58% of food produced in Canada is lost or wasted each year. With research showing that one in eight Canadians, or 13 percent, said they accessed food or meals from a community organization in the last 12 months,...

Food Banker Spotlight – Sharon Palmer

September 1, 2021

We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Sharon Palmer from Barrie Food Bank. What is your role in food banking?Executive Director Describe a typical day in...