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Rise in community fridges in Atlantic Canada sign of government support falling shortCommunity fridges or pantries, typically run by volunteers or community groups, are monitored storage spaces that offer free, fresh and non-perishable food.CanadaFeb 21
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Edmonton pizza shop giving back to community for ThanksgivingThe owner estimates with the amount of cancelled food his shop has each day, he could donate more than 20 pizzas a week, which led the store to contact the non-profit.CanadaOct 9, 2023
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‘Pretty amazing!’: Calgary couple running 50 half-marathons to raise money for food bankA couple of caring Calgarians are marking a major moment in their lives by tackling a pretty daunting challenge and raising funds for the Calgary Food Bank.FeaturesSep 15, 2023
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Ottawa Food Bank forced to turn down volunteers due to donation shortfallIt attributes the scarcity in donations to high food prices, which the organization says 'are understandably impacting donor habits.'CanadaAug 22, 2023
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Unique fundraiser planned as Okanagan food bank sees busiest month everThe Central Okanagan Food Bank had 7,350 visitations to its Kelowna and West Kelowna locations. That's a 40 per cent increase over the monthly average of 2022.CanadaJun 14, 2023
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Kingsway rooftop garden to benefit Edmonton Food BankA new initiative at Kingsway Mall will see all produce harvests from the rooftop garden go straight to the Edmonton Food Bank.EnvironmentJun 4, 2023
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Manitoba food banks, shelters facing increase in need of donationsHarvest Manitoba has seen 140-per cent greater need than just three years ago, and many of those asking for help are steadily employed.CanadaApr 10, 2023
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Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank sees high demand for Christmas hampersEvery year, Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank rolls out Christmas Hampers with all the fixings for a turkey dinner and presents for the kids.CanadaDec 21, 2022
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N.S. community organizations welcome cost of living relief from provinceThey say any assistance is a relief, but are also calling for more support as prices continue to spike for groceries, gas and other essentials.CanadaDec 15, 2022
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‘Porch Pirates for Good’ food drive is back in Peterborough'The shelves are dwindling, inflation is rising, income is not meeting it and there is great need in the community for food and for help,' said food drive organizer Megan Murphy.ConsumerNov 10, 2022
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