Food bank usage in Toronto has risen 45% since 2020. Living in the city is extremely expensive and, on average, after paying for housing, food bank users are only left with $9.17 in their pocket, per day. That $9.17 needs to cover food, transportation, and any other...
According to the Bank of Canada, the inflation causing the dramatic rise in food prices will continue for months. Already, the cost of some products has gone up by 20-25%, and it’s no surprise to anyone that many families are struggling to put food on the table....
Next month the wholesale price of milk will increase by 8.4%; and butter will increase by 12.4% in February. This will have a serious impact on Student Nutrition Programs, as meals served always include dairy foods and alternatives. When you add these increases to the...
In Canada, consumer prices have been increasing, making it more and more difficult for families to make ends meet. In September, Statistics Canada released its latest Consumer Price Index (CPI), showing the fastest year over year increase since 2003. The price of food...
While food insecurity was already a concern before COVID-19, since the pandemic these concerns have worsened, and many families are struggling. A study conducted by the University of British Columbia and the Canadian Mental Health Association has found that people...
According to a report from Dalhousie’s Agri-Food Analytics Lab, and Caddle, food costs are rising. In particular, the cost of many staples such as meat and dairy have increased. Now more than ever, it is critical that food insecure children have access to...
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