Food insecurity is a growing crisis in Canada, affecting millions every day. Discover how we can take action—individually and collectively—to fight hunger and support well-being for all.
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Feeding minds, filling plates: tackling child and student hunger in Canada
As students settle into the school year, many face a hidden challenge—food insecurity. This think piece explores the urgent issue of child and student hunger in Canada, emphasizing the need for collective action from individuals, communities, and government to ensure no student has to choose between learning and eating.
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.
Beyond the plate
Evidently, as the need for food banks grows across Canada, and the diversity of visitors increased, the work of building welcoming and accessible spaces is more critical than ever.
Announcement: Expanded partnership with Food Banks Canada
It’s been nearly 45 years since the first food bank opened in Canada – the mission was simple, and the timeline was short: eliminate short-term food insecurity and help people get over the difficult economic hump at the time. Fast forward to now, the country remains in a food security crisis.
Take two – coming together, again, to address food insecurity in Canada
You might already have a copy of my digital cookbook (and I hope you’ve been enjoying it), but Canadians are still going hungry. Let’s help someone eat today. Since 2020 I’ve been inspired to know that compassion and kindness truly does exist in our world.