March 26, 2019Media Releases, Stories
In 2016, after receiving a 12,800 pound donation of fresh squash from a local farmer, and subsequently seeing more than half of that donation go to waste on our dock, that we would do better.
View Blog PostMarch 19, 2019Media Releases
Using their creativity and more than 30,000 cans, 15 local businesses and community groups helped to feed approximately one in six individuals in Waterloo Region.
View Blog PostMarch 7, 2019Media Releases
Canstruction® Waterloo Region kicks-off this weekend with some exciting new changes, including Find Phil (scavenger hunt) and even the chance to Try-A-Build.
View Blog PostDecember 3, 2018Media Releases
The reality is hunger is on every street, in every neighborhood and community. Hunger can impact anyone, at any time.
View Blog PostNovember 28, 2018Media Releases
It is absolutely remarkable what can be achieved when we work together. Giving Tuesday was a perfect example of that.
View Blog PostNovember 2, 2018Media Releases, Uncategorized
Earlier this month, Canada Post employees began a series of rotating strikes, forcing Canadians who rely on the service to look for alternate options to mail a package or letter.
View Blog PostJune 26, 2018Events, Media Releases
The Food Bank of Waterloo Region unveiled a new on-site food processing facility this week that will increase the variety, quality and quantity of fresh food available to those in our community in need of food assistance.
View Blog PostMay 8, 2018Media Releases
Time is running out; don’t miss your chance to donate to vote!
View Blog PostApril 14, 2018Media Releases
Given the inclement weather conditions for this weekend and the safety of all involved, we have made the difficult decision to postpone tonight’s Canstruction® build, including the weeks event. Canstruction® was scheduled to run at Conestoga Mall this week, April 15-22.
View Blog PostNovember 27, 2017Media Releases
The annual HungerCount survey provides data about food assistance: how many people, their ages, family composition, source of income and their housing situation. In Waterloo Region the partners in the Community Food Assistance Network provide this important data to help us tell the stories of those accessing assistance.
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