September 13, 2021Agencies
The COVID-19 pandemic has introduced incredible, unprecedented challenges to our community. Amidst all the challenges, however, are great examples of how the Community Food Assistance Network worked together to safely operate and nourish neighbours in need of food hampers and meals.
View Blog PostJune 3, 2021In the Community
In their second profile we dig a bit deeper into why Morell Kelly Accident, Injury & Disability Law is so passionate about giving back to the community.
View Blog PostMarch 19, 2021Volunteers
Our volunteers have adjusted to changes in their day-to-day roles and operations with ease. While we haven't been able to welcome as many volunteers to The Food Bank, we continue to be inspired and humbled by our volunteers dedication to ensuring no one goes hungry in our community.
View Blog PostFebruary 25, 2021Awareness, COVID-19
Lack of affordable housing means that paying rent is often prioritized above other expenses, such as heat, hydro, transportation, and food. Locally, 71% of people accessing emergency food assistance live in rentals.
View Blog PostFebruary 4, 2021COVID-19, In the News
The provincial government recently announced they are pausing the enforcement of residential evictions, aligning with the stay-at-home order and state of emergency.
View Blog PostJanuary 19, 2021Agencies, COVID-19
To ensure the safe re-opening of the Community Food Assistance Network, we have worked closely with the Region of Waterloo Public Health Emergency Services to develop the COVID-19 Guidelines for Food Programs.
View Blog PostNovember 18, 2020Awareness
With many COVID-19 relief programs, such as the Canadian Emergency Response Benefit, having come and gone, many people are facing bankruptcy and wondering how they will survive.
View Blog PostNovember 10, 2020In the News
The pandemic has changed the way we live, work, and interact; with many people in Waterloo Region feeling the added stress of job loss, limited budgets, and illness and struggling to put food on the table.
View Blog PostSeptember 10, 2020COVID-19
Wendi Campbell, recently spoke at Feed Ontario's annual MPP breakfast, where she focused on the importance of working with municipalities, community collaboration, and pandemic emergency management.
View Blog PostJune 26, 2020COVID-19
In March, The Food Bank adjusted and adapted our operations - in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing state-of-emergency - to ensure the continuation of essential services offered throughout Waterloo Region.
View Blog Post
