Urban farming has become increasingly more popular as people’s concern about food sources have grown.
Just imagine, by simply decreasing the amount of healthy and edible food going to the landfill, we can strive for improvements in our environment.
What happens ‘After the Bell’ rings for the summer?
If you are thinking of making a food bank donation, please consider these nutritious items in this handy list.
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This month, our spotlight is on Danielle McIntyre of Interfaith Food Bank Society of Lethbridge.
See how our partnerships can make an impact on hunger in Canada.
Formerly called the Annual Report, Food Banks Canada is proud to introduce a new, paperless digital website for the 2018 Impact Report.
The Compass is set up like a small store that we call “The Market”. The shelves are stocked with a variety of goods, all arranged to replicate the appearance of a traditional retail grocery store.
of food distributed by Canadian food banks is fresh (eg. milk, eggs, fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables, bread)
use a food bank each month - you could fill the Roger's Centre 17 times
assisted by food banks are employed
households pays more than it can afford for housing
Canadians in rural communities rely on a food bank
We are pleased to work closely with 10 provincial associations and over 500 food banks