From Support to Strength: The Journey of a Community-Minded Entrepreneur
In communities across Canada, food banks are often seen merely as places where people in crisis can receive emergency food. But the true impact of these community institutions runs far deeper. For many, food banks are not just places to fill a grocery bag —...
Loblaw’s Bold pledge to Feed More Families: 1 Billion Pounds of Food by 2028
In a landmark announcement that blends corporate responsibility with community impact, Loblaw Companies Limited — Canada’s largest grocery retailer — has unveiled an ambitious plan to help alleviate food insecurity across the country. The “Feed More Families” initiative pledges to provide 1 billion pounds of...
Cooking on a Budget: Smart, Simple, and Satisfying Meals Without Breaking the Bank
In a world where the cost of groceries keeps climbing and every budget stretch matters more, learning to cook on a budget isn’t just a skill — it’s a lifestyle choice that rewards you with better nutrition, less stress, and more money in your pocket....
Finding Stability, Community, and Hope: Ahmed’s Journey with North York Harvest
When Ahmed Hamza arrived in Canada in September 2024, he carried more than just a suitcase — he carried the hopes of building a new life in a new country. Like many newcomers, Ahmed was filled with ambition and professional experience, but also faced the...
Daily Bread Food Bank Named a Top 10 Canadian Impact Charity — A Recognition of Real-World Change
As the giving season begins, Daily Bread Food Bank has an announcement worth celebrating: it has been named one of Canada’s Top 10 Impact Charities by Charity Intelligence, earning a coveted spot on this national roster of organizations that deliver measurable, meaningful results per dollar...
20+ Easy & Inexpensive Meal Ideas to Feed a Crowd (Thriving Home Roundup)
Feeding a large group of people — whether it’s for a holiday gathering, family reunion, potluck, or community dinner — doesn’t have to be stressful, expensive, or complicated. The team at Thriving Home has been serving up crowd-pleasing meals in their homes for decades and...
Celebrating a Year of Choice and Dignity: Calgary Food Bank’s Client Choice Distribution Model
In October 2024, the Calgary Food Bank marked a transformative shift in how it serves people experiencing food insecurity by introducing the Client Choice Distribution Model. As the program reached its first anniversary in October 2025, the Food Bank and the community it supports took...