Edmonton Food Bank low on donations, demand still high: ‘People are struggling’
If you compare the first quarter of 2019 with the first quarter of 2018, the food bank is down about 30,000 kilograms of public food donations. Continue reading
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Can Man Dan to hold fifth, final campout for Edmonton Food Bank this season
The man known as “Can Man Dan” is making one last push before Christmas to help the Edmonton Food Bank. Continue reading
Summerland food bank distributes Christmas hampers to 140 families
By Shelby Thom South Okanagan Video Journalist
Summerland food bank coordinator says generosity of town is ‘mind boggling.’ Continue reading
Robbery of donation bins spikes just before holidays
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
Local community organizations in Montreal that collect donated goods to support the needy are having some of their donation bins robbed. Continue reading
Christmas Bureau of Edmonton still in need of donations to help those in need
The Christmas Bureau of Edmonton is making a final push to reach its donations goal for the holiday season. Continue reading
Moncton Headstart short on teen toys for toy drive
By Shelley Steeves Senior Correspondent
Last year, $17,000 worth of toys were handed out to families in need throughout Southeast New Brunswick by Moncton Headstart Continue reading
More Okanagan residents expected to need financial help as Salvation Army Kettle Campaign kicks off
By Klaudia Van Emmerik Anchor/Reporter
The annual Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign officially kicked off in the central Okanagan on Thursday morning. Continue reading
Salvation Army Kettle donations down nearly $50,000 in southern Alberta
By Lisa MacGregor Sports/News Reporter and Anchor
The Salvation Army’s Kettle Campaign says its donations are down $47,000 compared to 2015. Continue reading
Halifax Muslims to buy Christmas gifts for families who can’t
A growing group of Muslims in Halifax and nearby communities are working together to buy Christmas presents for people who can’t afford them. Continue reading
Inn From The Cold family shelter has been at overcapacity for most of 2016
By Lisa MacGregor Sports/News Reporter and Anchor
One of Calgary’s family based shelters held an open house Saturday, showing the public how it operates during the winter, a tough time for many. Continue reading