Tag: Food Bank
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Double Your Impact to Help Canadians Affected by COVID-19
GivingTuesdayNow, May 5, 2020, is an emergency response to the impact of COVID-19. “In a few short months, COVID-19 grew into a global pandemic, which has pushed struggling Canadians to…
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Former Addict Gives Back to Help Hungry People During COVID-19
Twelve years ago, Jay Barnard checked into The Salvation Army’s addiction recovery program at the Booth Centre in Ottawa. His alcohol and drug abuse were out of control. Today, as…
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Salvation Army in Fredericton Delivers Food to Doorsteps
Last year, The Salvation Army in Fredericton launched Operation Senior Food Box Delivery, a program to bring groceries to seniors and help combat their loneliness with a visit. Little did…
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Salvation Army in Williams Lake Provides Mobilized Lunch Program During COVID-19
For those experiencing homelessness and food insecurity, the COVID-19 pandemic has many without access to their most basic needs. With cafés and community centres shut down, more hungry people are…
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Prime Minister Announces Support for Food Banks and Local Food Organizations
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced an investment of $100 million to improve access to food for Canadians facing social, economic, and health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Salvation…
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Hard Choices (WATCH)
When Amanda’s husband was laid off from his job as an electrician, her food situation became desperate. “We’d never had to use a food bank before,” says Amanda. “The Salvation…
