In March 2023, there were almost two million visits to food banks across Canada, representing a 32 per cent increase compared to March 2022, and a 78.5 per cent increase compared to March 2019, which is the highest year-over-year increase in usage ever reported. According to the newly released Food Banks Canada HungerCount 2023 report, “Relentless inflation…

Avoidable food waste is a serious problem exacerbating both household food insecurity in Canada and climate change. According to the National Zero Waste Council, an astonishing 63 per cent of all the food Canadians throw away could have been eaten. Food that is diverted to landfills releases large amounts of greenhouse gases that trap heat within…

At Food Banks Canada, we know that food insecurity and mental health are strongly intertwined. Our original research is proving that financial and food insecurity or physical health challenges can negatively affect mental health. If a person’s mental health is waning, they may be unable or less able to maintain a job and earn an…

We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Alex Noreau, Officer, Communications and Advocacy at the Ottawa Food Bank. What is your role in food banking? I work at the Ottawa Food Bank as Officer, Communications and Advocacy. What are your pronouns? She/her/elle…

For many people in Canada, having access to enough food to mitigate hunger is a serious challenge for a number of reasons – from transportation barriers to other factors, such as poverty and low income. Food Banks Canada research shows that an estimated 7 million Canadians reported going hungry at least once between March 2020…