Food Banks Canada’s ‘After the Bell’ program, developed to ensure that children continue to have access to nutritious food during the summer months, is expanding.
Failing grades: Canada’s struggle with poverty and hunger
This version of Canada feels so unrecognizable – and it’s unacceptable.
Feeding minds: how food insecurity affects mental health
I wrote this next think piece with and for Food Banks Canada to highlight the urgent link between food insecurity and mental health. Let’s advocate for change and support those in need. #CompassionConnects #CanadianMentalHealthWeek
Mental health for all? Intentional action
Heartfelt listening and reaching out: A few minutes that bring hope and health.
Every person counts
Volunteers make food banks hum – a round of applause for our stand-up community friends.
A focus on fresh, year-round and for all
Never-ending surges in food prices are impacting households and individuals in multiple ways. More and more, people are leaving food behind simply because they can’t afford items (including dairy, protein, fresh fruits and vegetables). As well, worry is stacking about the long-term health impacts of compromising nutrition because of cost.