April 2021 Posts
How the Peter McKee Community Food Centre Keep Clients Smiling Even During Pandemic
April 9, 2021
Heather Richards, now manager at the Peter McKee Community Food Centre has worked with vulnerable populations for many years. When she heard that the Peter McKee Community Food Centre needed someone to run the Food Centre, she knew that she...
Food Banks Canada and the Importance of Partnerships
April 7, 2021
Hunger affects 1 in 8 Canadian households, representing 4.4 million people; 34% of which are children. Food Banks Canada and its network of 638 affiliate food banks across the country shares the weight of that burden. “Together, we play a...
Supporting a National Network of Food Banks Through Innovation During a Time of Crisis
April 7, 2021
Food bankers—they are leaders, navigators, and innovators, all working toward a common goal. So it should be no surprise these amazingly dedicated and talented individuals were all ready to spring into action the moment the pandemic started to disrupt everyday...
How a former food bank client used his experience to help those in need
April 1, 2021
Food bank use is an impossible choice. Most of the time, clients end up at a food bank because of unfortunate situations. It could be job loss, mental or physical health issues, or a vast variety of other reasons. For...
Food Banker Spotlight – Monique Trépanier, Moisson Mauricie / Centre-du-Québec
April 1, 2021
We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Monique Trépanier from Moisson Mauricie / Centre-du-Québec in Trois-Rivières, QC. What is your role in the food banking network? I am...
Tax Clinics – Another Way Food Banks Partner to Help Clients
March 30, 2021
Did you know that filing taxes can reduce poverty? When taxes are filed, there are numerous federal and provincial financial supports available in the form of GST/HST credits, federal and provincial child benefits and more that can significantly increase incomes....
Windsor Pivots to Continue Being There for Clients
March 25, 2021
Aisles of fresh produce and shelves stocked with a variety of goods. It’s not exactly what comes to mind when most people think about food banks. However, there are food banks that operate EXACTLY like this. One great example is...
The pandemic helped the Loaves and Fishes Food Bank shape a better future for those in need
March 18, 2021
2020 has been a year of stress, anxiety, and change. Lockdowns in place, job losses across the country—Food Banks knew they would have their jobs cut out for them as they anticipated an increase in clients. But the difficult challenges...
The Logistics of Being there for Canadian Communities in Need
March 12, 2021
The pandemic has taken a toll on many food banks. In many markets, the need for food increased, and some food banks wondered if they would be able to keep their doors open. For Lisa Wernham, Director of National Food...
Our Research Helps Push for Change
March 5, 2021
As food banks across Canada work hard to ensure that people do not have to worry about their next meal, our staff are also working to find long-term solutions to ensure that people are no longer suffering from hunger. This...
