A new report released by Food Banks Canada shows that there were nearly 1.5 million food bank visits in March – 35% higher than in 2019. One third of food bank clients are children. As Food Banks Canada CEO, Kirstin Beardsley, says “When you’re going to school...
More people were food insecure in Ontario in 2021 than in 2020. In Toronto, food bank usage has tripled since before the pandemic. Families are struggling to make ends meet, and children are going hungry. In schools, Student Nutrition Programs ensure all children have...
With demand for nutrition increasing exponentially among students, and the cost of food out of control, this may well be a critical year for Student Nutrition Programs. Click here to learn more:...
As inflation rises, some food companies are shrinking portion sizes to save on costs, while prices remain at the same high levels. For Student Nutrition Programs (SNPs), which rely on large volumes of food to serve hundreds of children each day, this adds another...
Inflation continues to rise in Canada, bringing with it higher food prices. Over the past year the cost of food has risen 7.4% and, as prices continue to rise, it becomes increasingly important to ensure all children have access to nourishing food through Student...
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