As the economy and livelihoods of millions in our country are temporarily put on hold as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Canadians recognize the vulnerability of their neighbours and communities in being able to meet their basic needs, and have responded with overwhelming generosity and support. Corporations, individuals, and governments are all stepping up…

For National Volunteer Week 2020, we are more grateful than ever for the thousands of dedicated volunteers in food banks across the country, serving their communities during this critical time.  Volunteers have always been the backbone of the food bank network. Approximately 40 per cent of food banks nationally are entirely run by volunteers; that proportion…