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.
By Roger Pelissero, 3rd generation egg farmer and Chairman of Egg Farmers of Canada It can be astounding to hear just how many Canadians across the country struggle to get access to safe, quality and nutritious food. A resounding 860,000 Canadians turn to their local food banks for help each month, and in rural communities,…
As we gear up for the holiday festivities, our minds turn towards the season filled with loved ones, gift exchanges and favourite dishes at the dinner table. The holiday season is also the quintessential time to spread the spirit of giving to help those in need. Supporting food banks in your community is a great…
We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Laurie O’Connor of the Saskatoon Food Bank & Learning Centre in Saskatoon, SK. What is your role in food banking?What a question! I don’t know if you want me to say the Executive Director or something…
“While the food bank is grateful for any and all non-perishable donations, some are better than others,” explains Chris Hatch, Chief Executive Officer for Food Banks Canada. “The best donations are ones that reflect a nutritious dinner plate.” Chris shares some of the items food banks need the most this season: Whole grain foods like oatmeal,…
Each year the CP Holiday Train, beautifully bedecked in colourful lights, travels across Canada and the US delivering joy, hope — and music — while collecting donations for food banks in the communities along its route. This year Canadian Pacific (CP) celebrates the twentieth year of this magical event, which is just part of CP’s…
By Matt Stevenson, Product Manager, French’s Condiments In May of this year, I participated with the French’s team in a packing event organized by Food Banks Canada for their After the Bell program. This event brings together teams of corporate volunteers to assemble the food packs that will be given to children experiencing food insecurity…
We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Joy Haxton of the Lake Country Food Bank in Lake Country, BC. What is your role in food banking?I am a volunteer for the Lake Country Food Assistance Society and current president. I am also the…
Food Banks Canada is incredibly thankful to our dedicated donors who are essential to our success and ability to reduce hunger today and prevent hunger tomorrow. Through their help, we have been able to acquire and share millions of pounds of food and provide program grants to food banks across the country. Every year, we…
Did you know that girls and women represent 49% of the adults who access food banks each month? That’s about 430,000 individuals who not only need access to food but also to items like feminine hygiene products. For women with limited income, managing their periods can often become complicated and expensive. Spending money on feminine…
We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Kerri Abbott of Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Carbonear, NL. What is your role in food banking?I’m a Coordinator for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank in Carbonear, NL….
