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May 2020 Posts

Majority of Canadians believe that hunger and food insecurity will worsen as a result of COVID-19

May 20, 2020

86 per cent also believe that agriculture and agri-food plays a key role in Canada’s national security and critical infrastructure As we continue to show progress in the fight against COVID-19, anxiety is beginning to move from concern about the...
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Most Canadians View Hunger as a Serious Issue – Housing is a Key Pressure Point

April 29, 2020

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...
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Thanking Food Bank Volunteers for Helping to Keep Canadian Communities Fed

April 22, 2020

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....
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Helping Rural Food Banks to Literally Go the Distance

March 2, 2020

Donor Impact Spotlight: Rural Transportation Grant Grant Funded By: Syngenta and Farm Credit Canada    Rural Canada may be considered small in some respects, yet it accounts for 95% of the country’s landmass. That’s a lot space to occupy for just 18.7% of...
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Food Banker Spotlight – Alex Boyd, Greener Village

March 1, 2020

We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Alex Boyd from Greener Village in Fredericton, NB. What is your role in food banking?I am the Executive Director of Greener...
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Make a Difference in the Lives of Those Experiencing Hunger

February 28, 2020

In March 2019, there were over 1 million visits to food banks in Canada in one month alone. Join Walmart Canada and Food Banks Canada in making a difference in the lives of those experiencing hunger in Canada through Walmart...
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Healthy Food Donation Ideas for Heart Month

February 3, 2020

According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, 8 out of 10 cases of premature heart disease and stroke are preventable with healthy lifestyle behaviours. But people living in poverty often have limited access to healthy foods that can...
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Food Banker Spotlight – Diane Corkum, Project SHARE

January 29, 2020

We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Diane Corkum from Project SHARE in Niagara Falls, ON. What is your role in food banking?I am the outgoing Executive Director...
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Food Banker Spotlight – Peter Sinclair, Loaves and Fishes Food Bank

January 1, 2020

We are always interested in hearing more about the individuals in food banking across Canada! This month, our spotlight is on Peter Sinclair from Loaves and Fishes Food Bank in Nanaimo, BC. What is your role in food banking?I am the Executive...
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Make A Difference Over the Holiday Season 2019

December 17, 2019

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...
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