Real people making a real difference in the fight against hunger
With a national network consisting of food banks, agencies, and provincial associations, Food Banks Canada is proud to be part of a community that is driven by a passion to impact lives for the better. These are the stories that feed our desire to make a difference.
The theme for World Food Day 2019 is Healthy Diets for a #ZeroHunger World. As undernourishment, food insecurity, and diet-related chronic disease rates soar worldwide, World Food Day organizers are calling to make healthy and sustainable diets available to and affordable for everyone. This year’s theme provides us with a platform to raise awareness about food banks’ nutritional…
We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Robin Bailey from the Burlington Food Bank in Burlington, ON. What is your role in food banking?I am the Executive Director of the Burlington Food Bank. Describe a typical day in one word.Satisfying. What was your…
In 2004, a Farm Credit Canada employee decided to use his vacation time and his tractor and wagon to help his community. He hopped into his tractor, and with the help from local farmers and others in the area, collected food for the local food bank. This single act of kindness has since grown into…
We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Maral Kiani Tari from Lethbridge Food Bank in Lethbridge, Alberta. What is your role in food banking?I am the Executive Director of the Lethbridge Food Bank. Describe a typical day in one word.Unpredictable. What was your…
We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Bruce McRae from Niqinik Nuatsivik Nunavut Food Bank in Iqakuit, Nunavut. What is your role in food banking?I am the former president of Niqinik Nuatsivik Nunavut Food Bank and committed volunteer. I have been…
We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Eg Walters from Community Food Sharing Association in St. John’s, Newfoundland. What is your role in food banking?I am currently General Manager of The Community Food Sharing Association and have been so since August 1992. Describe…
We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Stacy Elia from GBF (Grimsby Benevolent Fund) Community Services in Grimsby, Ontario. What is your role in food banking?I am the Executive Director of GBF Community Services located in Grimsby, Ontario. In my position, I observe…
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….
