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After arriving in Canada from Nigeria in 2016 for a better life for her children, Peace struggled to make ends meet as the high cost of living and the need to provide nutritious meals for her large family often left her feeling overwhelmed.<\/p>\n

Seeking help, Peace discovered Agincourt Community Church in 2018 through a friend’s recommendation of their community food bank services.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was finding it difficult going to the store to afford groceries. At that point, I didn\u2019t have a job,\u201d Peace recalls. \u201cI came and they gave me food to take home.\u201d<\/p>\n

For three years. Peace needed help from The Salvation Army to put enough food on her family\u2019s table, and she still occasionally seeks support from the food bank. During that time, Peace became an active church member and a dedicated volunteer with the Agincourt Agape Garden, part of the Fresh Year-Round garden program. This initiative combines a large traditional outdoor garden with an indoor hydroponic system, allowing fresh, nutritious vegetables to grow 365 days a year.<\/p>\n

Fresh Food for the Most Vulnerable<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>\u201cWe want to provide those we serve with the freshest,\u00a0healthiest produce because many families struggle to afford nutritious meals,\u201d says Amy Wilson, Agape program lead.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis garden is a testament to the power of community, bringing together individuals of all ages and backgrounds to improve the lives of people in the neighbourhood.\u201d<\/p>\n

This year, a bountiful harvest of carrots, peas, green beans, bok choy, broccoli, tomatoes, strawberries, and red peppers is expected, nourishing both body and soul. Last winter, kale, lettuce, tomatoes, strawberries, and parsley were harvested from the indoor hydroponic system.<\/p>\n

Each month, 400 families visit the Agincourt Community Church food bank for assistance as high food costs force many into precarious situations to decide whether to pay for housing or put food on the table. The number of families seeking help continues to rise, says corps officer Captain Scott Allen.<\/p>\n

\u201cEach family ranges from two people to 16 people so there are thousands of individuals who are receiving food in Agincourt,\u201d Captain Allen says. \u201cThrough the generosity of our donors and the dedication of our volunteers, we continue to provide essential food and support to those in need in our community.”<\/p>\n

Green Thumbs Needed <\/strong><\/p>\n

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To help with the sustainability of the garden\u2019s far-reaching\u00a0impact of helping struggling families with nutritious food, more volunteers like Peace are needed to contribute by planting and tending to vegetables, pulling weeds, and watering to ensure a successful growing season.<\/p>\n

Irene Stickland is one of those passionate volunteers who enjoys giving back to the community.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis project is a perfect fit to do something I love, help others, and get wonderful produce for the food bank. Sharing good food and working together with volunteers transforms our community and makes the world a better place,\u201d Irene says.<\/p>\n

To volunteer and bring fresh, healthy vegetables to families in need, please email Amy.Wilson@salvationarmy.ca. Your donations help The Salvation Army bring hope where there is hardship across Ontario. Contribute today at www.salvationarmy.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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