We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Pam Stanley, Executive Director of Just Friends Food Bank in Stanley, New Brunswick.   What is your role in food banking? My role as Executive Director of Just Friends Food Bank is to ensure the efficient…

Every day, millions of people are prevented from reaching their full potential because they struggle with the financial burden to afford period products. Across the network of 5,100 food banks and community organizations in Canada, these organizations see firsthand how far too many people are forced to choose between menstrual products or buying enough food…

Canada has reached a critical turning point as progress made in reducing poverty over the past decade is now eroding quickly. Despite dramatic increases in people’s financial struggles, poverty rates, and food insecurity, most governments are not responding with the urgency that is needed. According to Food Banks Canada’s newly-released 2024 Poverty Report Cards —…

Each day, people you know – family, friends, colleagues, neighbours, and people throughout your community – are making the heartbreaking decision of whether to eat, pay rent or give up another basic essential. Crises like the COVID-19 pandemic and affordability have highlighted just how fragile our society and our social safety net can be. Any…